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WinCtlAd.exe file information

The process belongs to the software Windows ControlAd or WinCtlAd.exe by unknown.

Description: File WinCtlAd.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". Known file sizes on Windows XP are 26112 bytes (91% of all occurrence), 28160 bytes.
There is no file information. The application is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run). File WinCtlAd.exe is not a Windows system file. The program is not visible. WinCtlAd.exe is able to monitor applications. Therefore the technical security rating is 61% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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External information from Paul Collins:

  • "Windows ControlAd" definitely not required. Windupdates adware variant

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as WinCtlAd.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the WinCtlAd.exe process on your pc whether it is pest. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. It is one of the Top Download Picks of 2005 of The Washington Post and PC World.

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WinCtlAdAlt.exe is a part of the WindUpdates Adware. This process is used to display advertisments on your desktop. This process should be removed to protect your personal privacy.
  Maximo Dominguez  
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winctlad.exe is a part of the WindUpdates Adware. This process is used to display advertisments on your desktop. This process should be removed to protect your personal privacy.
  sentia  

Summary: 2 users suspect danger.

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