What is UpiCtrl.dll?

The file named UpiCtrl.dll is developed by an unknown developer. The program has not been involved in any particular malware attack. Hence is considered safe but poses a solid threat because it doesn’t receive updates from the developer. It can be hijacked by malware at any point. The threat level of the file is 4.

UpiCtrl.dll is located in c:\windows\system32. The total size of the file and the latest version of the program cannot be found in any records. The non-system process runs in the background whenever related software is being used but if disabled, it will not affect the actual performance of the Windows operating system. 

Affected Platforms: Windows Vista, 7, 8

How to determine if your computer is infected with UpiCtrl.dll malware?

Look out for these symptoms to check if your PC is infected with UpiCtrl.dll malware:

• Unstable internet connection
• UpiCtrl.dll occupies extra CPU space
• PC processing speed slows down
• Browser often redirects to irrelevant websites
• Browser is bombarded with hordes of popup ads
• Computer screen freezes repeatedly

Take the following steps to diagnose your PC for possible UpiCtrl.dll malware attack:

Step 1: Simultaneously press CTRL+ALT+DEL keys to open Task Manager.

Step 2: If you notice the file located outside C:\Windows\System32, perform an antivirus scan to get rid of the malware.

How to remove UpiCtrl.dll malware from system using Comodo Antivirus?

Step 1: Download our award-winning 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: Restart your PC after the installation gets over

Step 5: Wait for Comodo Internet Security to update the antivirus.

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

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

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