What is HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL?

The file named HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL is developed by an unknown developer. The DLL file is a threat as it can be hijacked by a virus programmer at an unexpected point. There are no confirmed records of a Trojan or malware hijack making it temporarily safe to deal with. The threat level is 3.

HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL is located in c:\windows\system32. The total size of the DLL file and the last version is not known. The non-system process can be removed from the background processes if confirmed to be causing performance issues. The DLL file is missing will not harm Windows OS. The operating system will perform as it always does.

Affected Platform: Windows OS

How to check if your computer is infected with HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL malware?

Each malware is different and causes unique problems to the system. You will notice one or several of the following symptoms if your system is infected with HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL malware:

• Internet connection fluctuates
• HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL file is taking more of your CPU memory
• System performance is very low
• Browser is redirected to some strange websites
• Interference of annoying popup ads
• Other malwares infiltrate into the system

To further establish the malware infection, take the following steps:

• Go to Task Manager by pressing the combination of keys ctrl+alt+del
• Go to the process tab and right-click on the HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL and open the file location

If the file is located outside C:\Windows\System32, then it is likely that the system is affected with HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL malware.

How to remove HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL malware from system using Comodo Antivirus?

Ideally, replacing the existing HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL file on your computer with a different version procured from the internet is advisable. To remove the file using Comodo's trusted and effective antivirus software, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Download the award-winning Comodo Free Antivirus.

Step 2: Installation configuration frames will be displayed. Select the configuration you would like to apply.

Step 3: Select Customize Configuration option and arrange installers, configuration, and file location.

Step 4: Once the Installation is Finished, restart your PC.

Step 5: It will take some time for the Comodo Internet Security to update the antivirus.

Step 6: Proceed with a quick scan that automatically begins after the update.

Step 7: If threats are found during the scanning, you will be prompted with an alert screen.

Step 8: Comodo Antivirus will remove HPQD_HPQPSAPPUTILS_QM_PT.DLL malware from your computer including all other malwares!