Easy PC Optimizer, Potentially Superfluous Software.
Some legitimate programs like Easy PC Optimizer can be classified as unnecessary, they are not necessarily necessary for the functioning of the system and sometimes even unwanted.
More specifically, the Easy PC Optimizer program falls into the category of software that can optimize the performance of your system. It can be installed via downloading repackaged freeware. It displays system alerts and offers the purchase of a paid version to resolve problems. Some security solutions classify this software as Potentially Unwanted Optional Software (PUP/LPI), others as Riskware.
This program is classified as Potentially Unnecessary Software (LPS). It installs as a program and/or as a browser extension. It can start automatically from the Registry via a "Run" key, a service or a scheduled task. It may launch when you start your browser after changing its settings. Sometimes the launch is done silently, that is to say it works in the background. The virus analysis of this software does not show any malware detection.
These are mostly legitimate programs that may not be necessary for your system to function properly. The multiplication of programs launched at system startup can cause delays in the execution of ordinary system tasks but also when browsing the Internet. Note that some programs come from downloads with repackaging, a technique which consists of offering other software during installation. These additional programs are obviously superfluous, they can even be installed without your knowledge. It is recommended to read the EULA before installing packaged software. Before clicking, check the relevance of the pre-checked boxes offered to you.
This software falls into the category of system optimization software. It installs as a program or as a browser extension and usually loads into the registry every time the system starts. It can launch services, start scheduled tasks and create shortcuts on your Desktop. All these operations are done with your consent according to the terms of its user contract.
Potentially Unwanted Software (PUP/LPI) can launch services, start scheduled tasks, and create shortcuts on your Desktop. All these operations are done with or without your consent according to the terms of its user contract. Once installed, an LPI can modify certain parameters of your browsers such as search pages, the start page or even your error page. It can collect your browsing habits and communicate them to a server using the tracking method. While browsing, it may display advertisements (coupons) and advertising banners (popups). The goal of this program is often to make money by generating web traffic to sponsored sites.
Potentially unwanted software (LPI) or Potentialy Unwanted Programs (PUP) are the cause of many infections. The most common example is adware. InstallCore, Crossrider, Graftor ou Boxore which pollute the Registry and your data storage units. They are usually installed without your knowledge by downloading freeware. Indeed some sites use the repackaging method, an operation which consists of redoing the software installation module by adding download options. These options allow you to add other software such as browser toolbars, adware, potentially unwanted software, intrusive advertising software, or even browser hijackers.
Spyware (spyware) and adware (adwares) unwanted files, just like malware, can use the writing flaws of legitimate software or those of operating systems. It is therefore essential to have official software and that it has automatic updating. Likewise, your Windows operating system must be programmed in automatic update mode and activated, so that you can have the latest updates for critical security vulnerabilities.
TECHNICAL ELEMENTS
Features
- It is installed in the Registry Base in order to be launched each time the system starts (O4),
- Created multiple application shortcuts, Desktop, QuickLaunch, Taskbar, Programs (O4GS),
- It starts a scheduled task automatically (O38),
- It installs as a program (O42)
– Created multiple “Software” registry keys,
- Adds additional folders (O43),
- Registration in the Windows prefetcher folder (O45)
– Adds multiple user files (O61),
Preview in reports
Recorded on 16/02/2018
Numéro de série : 1121FFCC6FC8CE91606D91C8E6023D972C3D
O38 – TASK: {E1964FAD-3C98-4FBD-9C67-DC84B9838727}[\Easy PC Optimizer Scheduled Scan – Coolman] – (.WebMinds, Inc – Easy PC Optimizer.) — C:\Program Files\Easy PC Optimizer\EPIC. exe [3017192]
[MD5.F1F0301840DEEA5465090A9987CF27D0] – (.WebMinds, Inc – Easy PC Optimizer.) — C:\Program Files\Easy PC Optimizer\EPIC.exe [3017192] [PID.3320]
O4 – GS\Desktop [Administrator]: Easy PC Optimizer.lnk. (.WebMinds, Inc – Easy PC Optimizer.) C:\Program Files\Easy PC Optimizer\EPIC.exe
O4 – GS\Quicklaunch [Administrator]: Easy PC Optimizer.lnk. (.WebMinds, Inc – Easy PC Optimizer.) C:\Program Files\Easy PC Optimizer\EPIC.exe
O4 – GS\Desktop [Coolman]: Easy PC Optimizer.lnk. (.WebMinds, Inc – Easy PC Optimizer.) C:\Program Files\Easy PC Optimizer\EPIC.exe
O4 – GS\Quicklaunch [Coolman]: Easy PC Optimizer.lnk. (.WebMinds, Inc – Easy PC Optimizer.) C:\Program Files\Easy PC Optimizer\EPIC.exe
O42 – Software: Easy PC Optimizer – (.WebMinds, Inc..) [HKLM] — Easy PC Optimizer_is1
HKLM\SOFTWARE\EPIC =>.Epic
O43 – CFD: 16/02/2018 – [] D — C:\Program Files\Easy PC Optimizer {1121FFCC6FC8CE91606D91C8E6023D972C3D}
O43 – CFD: 16/02/2018 – [] D — C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Easy PC Optimizer
O43 – CFD: 16/02/2018 – [] D — C:\Users\Coolman\AppData\Roaming\Easy PC Optimizer
Alias
VirusTotal EPIC.exe :
Avast Win32: Malware-gen 20180216
AVG Win32:Malware-gen 20180216
DrWeb Program.Unwanted.909 20180216
ESET-NOD32 a variant of Win32/UwS.EasyPCOptimizer.A 20180216
Fortinet Riskware/UwS_EasyPCOptimizer 20180216
Jiangmin Hoax.DeceptPCClean.hr 20180216
Tencent Win32.Risk.Uws.Eegu 20180216
TrendMicro-HouseCall Suspicious_GEN.F47V0131 20180216
Zillya Backdoor.PePatchCRTD.Win32.9653 20180215
VirusTotal Installer :
Avast Win32: Malware-gen 20180216
AVG Win32:Malware-gen 20180216
AVware Hoax.Win32.DeceptPCClean 20180216
CAT-QuickHeal Hoax.Deceptpcclean 20180216
Comodo .UnclassifiedMalware 20180216
DrWeb Program.Unwanted.909 20180216
ESET-NOD32 a variant of Win32/UwS.EasyPCOptimizer.A 20180216
Fortinet Riskware/DeceptPCClean 20180216
GData Win32.Application.Agent.B07S43 20180216
K7AntiVirus Trojan (005230c71) 20180216
K7GW Trojan (005230c71) 20180216
Kaspersky HEUR:Hoax.Win32.DeceptPCClean.gen 20180216
Malwarebytes PUP.Optional.EasyPCOptimizer 20180216
McAfee Artemis!8F72FFEDB63D 20180216
McAfee-GW-Edition Artemis 20180216
Qihoo-360 Win32/Trojan.Hoax.7dc 20180216
Rising Hoax.DeceptPCClean!8.EEF9 (TOPIS:YqlPDFnWdkF) 20180216
Sophos AV Easy PC Optimizer (PUA) 20180216
Symantec SecurityRisk.gen1 20180216
Tencent Win32.Risk.Deceptor.Edxq 20180216
TrendMicro-HouseCall TROJ_GEN.R002H07AD18 20180216
VIPRE Hoax.Win32.DeceptPCClean (not malicious) 20180216
Zillya Backdoor.PePatchCRTD.Win32.9653 20180215
ZoneAlarm by Check Point HEUR:Hoax.Win32.DeceptPCClean.gen 20180216
Associate Editors
WebMinds, Inc
Some products
Easy PC Optimizer
MD5 encryption
F1F0301840DEEA5465090A9987CF27D0
Serial number
1121FFCC6FC8CE91606D91C8E6023D972C3D
How to Remove Easy PC Optimizer?
