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What is Update.exe (updt exe) in Windows 10?

September 25, 2020 by Bonnie Martinez Leave a Comment

If you are using Windows 10, then you might have seen this update.exe process in the task manager. UPDATE.EXE process is a genuine Windows executable file by Microsoft Corporation. This updt exe process belongs to the Spyware Doctor Internet Security Product and is located in program files. It protects your system from Internet threats such as spyware and trojans. Also, it blocks unauthorized access to your computer.

Update.exe (updt exe) Windows Process

The update.exe is an executable file on the hard drive. This file contains machine code. The file is loaded with the main memory.

It is not a CPU intensive, but running many processes may affect your PC performance. You can use the task manager to disable startup programs on your Windows manually. Also, you can end unwanted services.

Is update.exe harmful?

This update.exe file is completely safe in Windows 10. But make sure that it is not malware. Check if the file is located in the folder C:\Program Files\Spyware Doctor else it is a virus and remove it.

Can I stop or remove update.exe?

Yes, you can remove the update.exe file from your system as it is not connected with Windows 10 OS. But once removed, Internet threats such as malware and spyware can harm your system.

Spyware Doctor Internet Security is created by PC Tools Research.

If you no longer use Spyware Doctor Internet Security, then you can permanently remove update exe process.

How to Check If Update.Exe is running to not?

Step 1: Go to task manager from taskbar > right-click and select task manager.

Step 2: Go to Startup or Processes and find update.exe.

How to detect whether your system is affected by UPDATE.EXE?

Viruses can easily corrupt “.exe” files on Windows OS, so you have to check if updt exe is harmful or not. Check the below issues and identify the Update.exe process is a virus or not.

  • Computer start-up Problem
  • Program start-up Issue
  • Damaged and missing link files
  • Missing or corrupted driver files
  • Invalid Windows registry

Recommended: What is TrustedInstaller.exe High CPU and should I remove it?

How does Antivirus help you to protect your system from UPDATE.EXE malware?

Step 1: Download and install Antivirus.

Step 2: Once installed, open the Antivirus app and then scan your entire system for malware and virus programs.

Step 3: Wait till the scanning is running. Once done, check the result and remove all listed files and programs from your Windows 10. If update.exe is listed there, then it means it is a malware.

Final Words

In most of the cases, Update.exe is not a virus. It is a genuine Windows process and required to protect your system again internet threats. If you like this article then comment below and share your thoughts.

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