What is DriverUpdate.exe?

DriverUpdate.exe is an executable file associated with the software "Driver Support One" developed by SlimWare Utilities. This software is typically located in the directory C:\Program Files (x86)\DriverUpdate. The primary function of this software is to manage the drivers on your computer system.

Driver Support One is designed to scan your computer for outdated or missing drivers and provide you with an easy way to download and install the latest driver versions, which can help to resolve driver-related issues with your computer's hardware or devices. It can be beneficial for maintaining the optimal performance of your computer.

Whether DriverUpdate.exe is needed or not depends on your specific circumstances. If you frequently update your system or hardware, or if you're experiencing issues that could be driver-related, this software can be a useful tool. Most modern operating systems automatically handle driver updates, making third-party tools like this less necessary.

You might want to remove DriverUpdate.exe if you find it unnecessary, or if it's causing issues on your system. Some users have reported that it uses excessive system resources or that it's been flagged by their antivirus software. In some cases, it might be installed as bundled software without the user's full knowledge, which is a common trait of potentially unwanted programs (PUPs).

Before deciding to remove it, you should consider whether the benefits of the software outweigh any potential downsides. If you decide to remove it, make sure to do so using a reliable uninstallation tool to ensure all its components are properly removed.

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DriverUpdate.exe file information

Windows Task Manager with DriverUpdate — DriverUpdate.exe process in Windows Task Manager

The process known as Driver Support One or Driver Booster Driver Update belongs to software Driver Booster (version 12) or Driver Support One by SlimWare Utilities or IObit (www.iobit.com) or Asurvio, LP.

Description: DriverUpdate.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. DriverUpdate.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—normally C:\Program Files (x86)\DriverUpdate\. Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 13,179,660 bytes (84% of all occurrences), 1,406,224 bytes and 7 more variants.
The DriverUpdate.exe file is not a Windows system file. The file has a digital signature. It is a Verisign signed file. The application can be uninstalled in the Control Panel. The program has no visible window. DriverUpdate.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs and monitor applications. Therefore the technical security rating is 19% dangerous, however you should also read the user reviews.

Uninstalling this variant: If you want to remove the program completely, go to Control Panel ⇒ Software ⇒ DriverUpdate or Driver Booster 7.

If DriverUpdate.exe is located in the Windows folder for temporary files, the security rating is 100% dangerous. The file size is 44,544 bytes. The application has no file description. The program is not visible. It is not a Windows core file. The software is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: Run, TaskScheduler, MACHINE\Run, DEFAULT\Run). DriverUpdate.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs and manipulate other programs.

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as DriverUpdate.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder, for example Backdoor:MSIL/Bladabindi.AJ or Trojan:Win64/Donut.CIK!MTB (detected by Microsoft), and BKDR_BLADABI.SMC or TROJ_GEN.R011C0PBN22 (detected by TrendMicro). Therefore, you should check the DriverUpdate.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.

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User Comments

It just came in at random to save, so I did a bit of searching after i downloaded it. Not running it clearly. It said it came from another computer so I have no Idea what that's about. Also it's saying it's coming from Speedbit technologies, and there isn't much on them.

it updates the pc faster
ALVIN

Do NOT install! The $9.99 charge is recording every month and the only thing it does is prompt you to spend more money. Zero services rendered and shady at best business practices. Save yourself a headache.
Michael Allensworth

Download of this apparently was part of an ad shown before download of the real program, so probably unnecessary bloatware/adware.
Gargish

Googling it says I have to remove instantly
Seán McGuinness

Cars
Decarri

Summary: Average user rating of DriverUpdate.exe: based on 11 votes with 6 user comments. 6 users think DriverUpdate.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous. 2 users suspect danger. 2 users think DriverUpdate.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. 4 users don't grade DriverUpdate.exe ("not sure about it").

Best practices for resolving DriverUpdate issues

A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with DriverUpdate. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.

Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.

To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.

To help you analyze the DriverUpdate.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.

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