What is HijackThis.exe?

Although the name sounds intimidating, HiJackThis.exe is a legitimate file by a company called TrendMicro. It is not an antivirus file either. It is used for overseeing the entry for Windows operation system. It is, by default, located in c:\program. Malware programmers write virus codes and save files replicating HijackThis.exe to spread malware on the internet.

Affected Platform: Windows OS

How to check if your computer is infected with HijackThis.exe malware?

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

Step 2: If you notice HijackThis.exe located outside the designated c:\program, you should run an antivirus scan to get ride of the malware.

How to remove the HijackThis.exe file from system using Comodo Free Antivirus?

Step 1: Download our 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 the HijackThis.exe virus from your computer including all other malwares!