This program showed up on my computer located in the task bar. The installation of this malware was not detected by Avast nor was it detected by MalwareBytes that I have installed.
However I did find the program folder on my “C” drive and did a scan with Avast and the result said no virus or malware was found. Additional scan with MalwareBytes did detect numerous “PUP” type viruses that the folder contained.
Upon this discovery & doing some online investigation, I am happy I did not try to just “uninstall” the malware as it can really foul up the boot process & not give access to windows.
Further research at “Bleeping Computers” I downloaded a scanner program called “JRT.EXE” which removed the malware entirely.
My question is this: WHY DID NOT AVAST DETECT THIS MALWARE PROGRAM PREVIOUS TO IT’S INSTALLATION???
DID I WASTE MY MONEY ON AVAST???
Further research at "Bleeping Computers" I downloaded a scanner program called "JRT.EXE" which removed the malware entirely.
name of that tool say it all. JRT = [b]Junkware Removal Tool[/b]
Junkware Removal Tool is a security utility that searches for and removes common adware, toolbars, and[b] potentially unwanted programs (PUPs)[/b] from your computer. A common tactics among freeware publishers is to offer their products for free, but bundle them with PUPs in order to earn revenue. This tool will help you remove these types of programs.