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Removal instructions for FileRepMalware

Also Known As: FileRepMalware infection
Type: Adware
Damage level: Medium

What is FileRepMalware?

According to Avast and AVG anti-virus suites, FileRepMalware is a malicious file and a potential threat to computers. At time of research, a test file was a fake KMSPico - a third party Windows OS activation tool. Previously, this malware was called "Win32:Evo-gen [Susp]".

The "Win32" part indicates that the file is developed for the Windows operating system and, therefore, even if present, does not pose any threat to devices that run the Mac operating system. The "Evo-gen" part indicates a generic classification of trojan-type files.

Although it is not confirmed, FileRepMalware might be a trojan. As mentioned above, FileRepMalware was proliferated with a fake KMSPico tool, which, rather than illegally activating an OS, downloads and installs adware.

FileRepMalware adware

Potentially unwanted adware-type programs (PUPs) deliver intrusive advertisements (coupons, banners, pop-ups, and so on) and record sensitive information. Ads are delivered using various tools (e.g., "virtual layers") that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site.

Therefore, most conceal underlying website content, significantly diminishing the web browsing experience. Furthermore, displayed advertisements often lead to malicious websites and can even run scripts that download/install malware. Clicking them might result in high-risk computer infections.

Potentially unwanted programs are also known to gather various information that includes personal data. Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, Internet service providers (ISPs) geo-locations, URLs visited, queries entered into search engines, pages viewed, keystrokes, and other collected data is later shared with third parties to generate revenue.

These people generate revenue by misusing confidential details. Therefore, information tracking can lead to serious privacy issues or even identity theft.

For these reasons, all adware-type applications must be removed immediately. If you have executed a FileRepMalware file, continually see suspicious advertisements, and encounter unwanted browser redirects, follow the guide below to eliminate dubious applications and scan the system with a legitimate anti-virus/anti-spyware suite.

Threat Summary:
Name FileRepMalware infection
Threat Type Adware, Unwanted ads, Pop-up Virus
Symptoms Seeing advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. Intrusive pop-up ads. Decreased Internet browsing speed.
Distribution methods Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake flash player installers.
Damage Decreased computer performance, browser tracking - privacy issues, possible additional malware infections.
Malware Removal (Windows)

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All adware-type applications are very similar. Most offer "useful features", however, these programs typically deliver no real value for regular users. All are designed only to generate revenue for the developers.

Claims to provide valuable functionality are merely attempts to give the impression of legitimacy. Rather than enabling the features promised, potentially unwanted programs pose a direct threat to your privacy and Internet browsing safety.

How did adware install on my computer?

In most cases, potentially unwanted programs are distributed using the aforementioned intrusive advertisements and a deceptive marketing method called "bundling". Due to the lack of knowledge and careless behavior of many users, adware typically infiltrates systems without permission.

"Bundling" is stealth installation of third party applications together with regular software/apps. Developers do not disclose these installations properly.

They hide "bundled" software within "Custom/Advanced" settings (or other sections) of the download/installation processes. Research shows that many users click dubious advertisements and skip download/installation steps. This behavior often leads to inadvertent installation of potentially unwanted programs.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

To prevent system infiltration by PUPs, be very careful when browsing the Internet and, especially when downloading/installing software. Cyber criminals invest many resources into intrusive ad design. Therefore, most look legitimate. Once clicked, however, they redirect to gambling, adult dating, pornography, and other suspicious websites.

If you experience these redirects, immediately remove all dubious/unrecognizable applications and browser plug-ins. Furthermore, carefully analyze each window of the download/installation dialogs and opt-out of all additionally-included programs.

It is recommended that you download your applications from official sources only via direct download links. Using a legitimate anti-virus/anti-spyware suite is also paramount. The key to computer safety is caution.

Avast anti-virus has removed fake KMSPico tool once it was detected as FileRepMalware:

FileRepMalware removed by Avast anti-virus

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Quick menu:

Adware removal:

Windows 11 users:

Accessing Apps and Features in Windows 11

Right-click on the Start icon, select Apps and Features. In the opened window search for the application you want to uninstall, after locating it, click on the three vertical dots and select Uninstall.

Windows 10 users:

Accessing Programs and Features (uninstall) in Windows 8

Right-click in the lower left corner of the screen, in the Quick Access Menu select Control Panel. In the opened window choose Programs and Features.

Windows 7 users:

Accessing Programs and Features (uninstall) in Windows 7

Click Start (Windows Logo at the bottom left corner of your desktop), choose Control Panel. Locate Programs and click Uninstall a program.

macOS (OSX) users:

Uninstall app in OSX (Mac)

Click Finder, in the opened screen select Applications. Drag the app from the Applications folder to the Trash (located in your Dock), then right click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash.

FileRepMalware adware uninstall via Control Panel

In the uninstall programs window, look for any potentially unwanted programs, select these entries and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".

After uninstalling the potentially unwanted program that causes FileRepMalware redirects, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Remove adware from Internet browsers:

Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:

Internet Explorer logoRemove malicious add-ons from Internet Explorer:

Removing FileRepMalware ads from Internet Explorer step 1

Click the "gear" icon Internet Explorer options icon (at the top right corner of Internet Explorer), select "Manage Add-ons". Look for any recently-installed suspicious browser extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".

Removing FileRepMalware ads from Internet Explorer step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the filerepmalware infection, reset your Internet Explorer settings to default.

Windows XP users: Click Start, click Run, in the opened window type inetcpl.cpl In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows XP

Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: Click the Windows logo, in the start search box type inetcpl.cpl and click enter. In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 7

Windows 8 users: Open Internet Explorer and click the gear icon. Select Internet Options.

Reseting Internet Explorer settings to default in Windows 8 - accessing

In the opened window, select the Advanced tab.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 8 - Internet options advanced tab

Click the Reset button.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 8 - click the Reset button in the Internet options advanced tab

Confirm that you wish to reset Internet Explorer settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Resetting Internet Explorer settings to default on Windows 8 - confirm settings reset to default by clicking the reset button

Google Chrome logoRemove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Removing FileRepMalware  ads from Google Chrome step 1

Click the Chrome menu icon Google Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More tools" and click "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons, select these entries and click the trash can icon.

Removing FileRepMalware ads from Google Chrome step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the filerepmalware infection, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the Chrome menu icon Google Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select Settings. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. Click the Advanced… link.

Google Chrome settings reset step 1

After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.

Google Chrome settings reset step 2

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Google Chrome settings reset step 3

Mozilla Firefox logoRemove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:

Removing FileRepMalware ads from Mozilla Firefox step 1

Click the Firefox menu firefox menu icon (at the top right corner of the main window), select "Add-ons". Click "Extensions", in the opened window, remove all recently-installed suspicious browser plug-ins.

Removing FileRepMalware ads from Mozilla Firefox step 2

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with filerepmalware infection removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.

Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, firefox menu icon in the opened menu, click Help.

Accessing settings (Reset Firefox to default settings step 1)

Select Troubleshooting Information.

Accessing Troubleshooting Information (Reset Firefox to default settings step 2)

In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.

Clicking on Refresh Firefox button (Reset Firefox to default settings step 3)

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.

Confirm your want to reset Firefox settings to default (Reset Firefox to default settings step 4)

safari browser logoRemove malicious extensions from Safari:

removing adware from safari step 1 - accessing preferences

Make sure your Safari browser is active, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....

removing adware from safari step 2 - removing extensions

In the opened window click Extensions, locate any recently installed suspicious extension, select it and click Uninstall.

Optional method:

Make sure your Safari browser is active and click on Safari menu. From the drop down menu select Clear History and Website Data...

resetting safari step 1

In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.

resetting safari step 2

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) logoRemove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:

Removing adware from Microsoft Edge step 1

Click the Edge menu icon Microsoft Edge (chromium) menu icon (at the upper-right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and click "Remove" below their names.

Removing adware from Microsoft Edge step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the filerepmalware infection, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon Microsoft Edge (chromium) menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 1

In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 2

Select Restore settings to their default values. In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Microsoft Edge settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 3

  • If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.

Summary:

declining installation of adware while downloading free software sampleCommonly, adware or potentially unwanted applications infiltrate Internet browsers through free software downloads. Note that the safest source for downloading free software is via developers' websites only. To avoid installation of adware, be very attentive when downloading and installing free software. When installing previously-downloaded free programs, choose the custom or advanced installation options – this step will reveal any potentially unwanted applications listed for installation together with your chosen free program.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is FileRepMalware?

FileRepMalware is a malicious file, and it is considered to be a potential threat to devices. The presence of this file on an operating system (OS) can be an indicator of other issues, such as the presence of trojans, adware, or other harmful content - since it is commonly proliferated alongside unwanted/malicious supplements. During our research of FileRepMalware, it was spread together with KMSPico - a fake Windows OS activation ("cracking") tool, and various adware-type applications.

What threats does adware pose?

Adware can decrease browsing quality and system performance. It is also considered to be a privacy threat since advertising-supported software usually has data tracking abilities. Furthermore, adware-delivered ads can promote deceptive/malicious content that may cause serious problems (e.g., system infections, financial losses, etc.).

What threats does high-end malware pose?

The threats posed by a malicious program depend on its capabilities and the cyber criminals' modus operandi. Generally, malware infections can lead to diminished system performance or failure, permanent data loss, hardware damage, severe privacy issues, significant financial losses, and identity theft.

How do cyber criminals distribute malicious content?

Malware, adware, and other harmful programs are primarily distributed via drive-by (stealthy and deceptive) downloads, software bundling, online scams, untrustworthy download channels (e.g., unofficial and freeware sites, P2P sharing networks, etc.), spam emails/messages, illegal program activation tools ("cracks"), fake updates, and malvertising (malware advertising).

Will Combo Cleaner protect me from threats?

Yes, Combo Cleaner is designed to detect and eliminate threats. It is capable of locating and removing unwanted and malicious software. Combo Cleaner can eliminate nearly all known malware infections. It is noteworthy that high-end malware tends to hide deep within systems - therefore, performing a full system scan is paramount.

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