Should I remove Update?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
35% remove it65% keep it
What do people think about it?
(click star to rate)
How common is it?
Reach 0.0014%
Versions
Version | Distribution |
1.26.153.3 |
92.86% |
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1.26.153.2 |
7.14% |
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Update
from Security Update
Overview
Update is a program developed by Security Update. The most used version is 1.26.153.3, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. It adds a Browser Helper Object (BHO) to Internet Explorer. The software installer includes 7 files and is usually about 7.7 MB (8,072,382 bytes). Update.dll is the automatic update component of the software designed to download and apply new updates should new versions be released. In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 10. While about 21% of users of Update come from India, it is also popular in Pakistan and the United States.
The program is built using the Crossrider framework, a cross browser monetization platform used to deploy a toolbar and extension for modern web browsers with monetization features including browser search and homepage redirection, contextual coupons and in-line text advertising. Crossrider extensions include background processes to monitor, update and automatically download new features/code without direct user interaction.
Program details
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\update
Uninstaller: C:\Program Files\Update\Uninstall.exe
Estimated size: 7.7 MB
Files installed by Update
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Uninstall.exe - Update (Update Installer)
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Update.dll - Update BHO
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Update64.exe - Update exe
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Update-bg.exe
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UpdateGui.exe
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ButtonUtil.dll
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ButtonUtil64.dll
Behaviors exhibited
Internet Explorer BHO
- Update.dll is installed in Internet Explorer as a BHO (Browser Helper Object) under the name 'Update' with the class of {11111111-1111-1111-1111-110311041113} (CrossriderApp0030413).
How do I remove Update?
You can uninstall Update from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Update, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Update.
How do I reset my web browser?
If your web browser homepage and search settings have been modfied by Update you can restore them to their previous default settings.
Microsoft Internet Explorer
- Open Internet Explorer and click the Tools button, and then click Internet options.
- Click the Advanced tab, and then click Reset. Select the Delete personal settings check box if you would also like to remove search providers, Accelerators and home pages. When Internet Explorer finishes applying default settings, click Close, and then click OK.
- The changes will take effect the next time you open IE.
Mozilla Firefox
- At the top of the Firefox window, click the Firefox button, go over to the Help sub-menu and select Troubleshooting Information.
- To continue, click Reset Firefox in the confirmation window that opens. It will close and be reset.
- When it's done, a window will list the information that was imported. Click Finish and Firefox will open.
Google Chrome
- Open Chrome and click the Chrome menu on the browser toolbar.
- Select Settings. In the "Search" section, click Manage search engine. Check if (Default) is displayed next to your preferred search engine. If not, mouse over it and click Make default. Mouse over any other suspicious search engine entries that are not familiar and click X to remove them.
- When the "Show Home button" checkbox is selected, a web address appears below it. If you want the Homepage button to open up a different webpage, click Change to enter a link.
- Restart Google Chrome.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 68%
Win XP 7%
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 35%
Keep it 65%
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COUNTRY POPULARITY
13.79%
United States
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 7 |
78.57% |
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Windows 10 |
14.29% |
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Windows XP |
7.14% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 7 Ultimate |
28.57% |
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Windows 7 Home Premium |
21.43% |
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Windows 7 Home Basic |
14.29% |
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Windows 7 Professional |
10.71% |
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Windows 8 |
7.14% |
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Microsoft Windows XP |
7.14% |
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Geography
20.69% of installs come from India
Which countries install it?
India |
20.69% |
Pakistan |
17.24% |
United States |
13.79% |
United Arab Emirates |
10.34% |
Qatar |
6.90% |
Philippines |
6.90% |
Saudi Arabia |
6.90% |
TT |
3.45% |
RS |
3.45% |
AF |
3.45% |
Greece |
3.45% |
Romania |
3.45% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Dell |
26.92% |
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Hewlett-Packard |
26.92% |
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Acer |
11.54% |
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Toshiba |
7.69% |
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Lenovo |
7.69% |
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ASUS |
7.69% |
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Sony |
3.85% |
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Samsung |
3.85% |
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American Megatrends |
3.85% |
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Common models |
LENOVO 20079 |
7.69% |
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Dell Inspiron N5110 |
7.69% |
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Dell Inspiron N4050 |
3.85% |
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Dell Inspiron 5523 |
3.85% |
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ATI___ AWRDACPI |
3.85% |
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ASUSTeK U30Jc |
3.85% |
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