How to Remove “setspn.exe”

What is setspn.exe?


setspn.exe is a legitimate file component of Query application. It belongs to Windows Operating System developed by the Microsoft Corporation. It is typically located in C:\Windows\System32 by default.
Malware programmers create files with malicious scripts and name them after setspn.exe with an intention to spread virus on the internet.
 
Affected Platform: Windows OS
 

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


Keep an eye for the following symptoms to see if your PC is infected with setspn.exe malware:
  • Internet connection fluctuates
  • setspn.exe takes too much CPU space
  • PC slows down significantly
  • Browser automatically redirects to some irrelevant websites
  • Unsolicited ads and popups starts appearing
  • Screen freezes constantly
If your PC is infected with setspn.exe malware, it will invite other malwares to cause more damage to your computer. Take the following steps to diagnose your PC for possible setspn.exe 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, then you should run an antivirus scan to get rid of the malware.
 
How to remove the setspn.exe file from system using Comodo Antivirus?
 
Step 1: Download the award-winning Free Internet Security.
 
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.
 
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 setspn.exe virus from your computer including all other malwares!
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