Bit Driver Updater, Potentially Superfluous Software

Some legitimate programs like Bit Driver Updater can be classified as superfluous, they are not necessarily necessary for the functioning of the system and sometimes even unwanted.

More specifically, the program falls into the category of software that can optimize your system. It offers updating of drivers for hardware and software installed in your computer. It can be installed via downloading repackaged freeware. It displays alerts, often false positives, about the quality of the system and the supposed presence of malware. Then he tries to convince the user to buy a paid version to solve the problems.

Many security solutions, such as ESET and Malwarebytes, classify this software as Potentially Unwanted Optional Software or Applications (PUP/PUA/LPI)

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.


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

– Starts a process at system launch (RP),
- 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)

Preview in reports

Recorded on 03/05/2020
Serial number: {0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5}
O38 – TASK: {A8B67477-46A5-475B-A741-DC8A5416FA4E}[\Bit Driver Updater skipuac] – (.Bit Guardian – Bit Driver Updater.) — C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\bitdu.exe [6240784]
O38 – TASK: {C6E107AC-1DAC-4899-B601-13CFAC943B1C}[\Bit Driver Updater_Logon] – (.Bit Guardian – Bit Driver Updater.) — C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\bitdu.exe [6240784]
C:\Windows\System32\Tasks\Bit Driver Updater skipuac – (.Bit Guardian.) — C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\bitdu.exe []
C:\Windows\System32\Tasks\Bit Driver Updater_Logon – (.Bit Guardian.) — C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\bitdu.exe [stplaunch]
[MD5.3DD40B59C0C39357EAE5E132F7642E9F] – (.Bit Guardian – Bit Driver Updater.) — C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\bitdu.exe [6240784] [PID.2740] {0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5}.
O4 – GS\CommonDesktop [Public]: Bit Driver Updater.lnk. (.Bit Guardian – Bit Driver Updater.) C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\bitdu.exe {0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5}.
O42 – Software: Bit Driver Updater – (.Bit Guardian GmbH.) [HKLM] — {58F37DC7-B149-4FF4-B494-47116D53180E}_is1 {0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5}.
HKLM\SOFTWARE\bdu-pr
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Bit Guardian
HKCU\SOFTWARE\Bit Guardian
HKU\S-1-5-21-1145994586-2316496797-479707283-1000\SOFTWARE\Bit Guardian
O43 – CFD: 01/05/2020 – [] D — C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater {0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5}.
O43 – CFD: 01/05/2020 – [] D — C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Bit Driver Updater
O43 – CFD: 01/05/2020 – [] D — C:\Users\Coolman\AppData\Roaming\Bit Guardian
[0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5] [01/05/2020] (.Bit Guardian GmbH.) – C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\unins000.exe
[0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5] [28/04/2020] (.Bit Guardian GmbH.) – C:\Program Files\Bit Driver Updater\bitdu.exe

Alias

Analyse VirusTotal bitdu.exe : https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/8b0db66591c59096593cf0d7af28526e517961f0493e9571060898c93905a515/detection

ESET-NOD32 A Variant Of MSIL/GT32SupportGeeks.AC Potentially Unwanted
Malwarebytes PUP.Optional.BitDriverUpdater

Associate Editors

BitGuardian
BitGuardian GmbH

Some products

Bit Driver Updater

MD5 encryption

3DD40B59C0C39357EAE5E132F7642E9F

Serial number

0091676DE29F678B480C1850BF88F6DBE5

How to Remove Bit Driver Updater?

Delete with Windows

Delete with ZHPCleaner

   Delete with ZHPSuite

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