polipo.exe is an executable file associated with software like VIPRE Business and Steganos Internet Anonym, developed by ThreatTrack Security. This file is typically located in the directory C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Internet Anonym 2012\polipo. It is a part of the software's core files and is responsible for certain functions within the program.
The associated software, such as VIPRE Business and Steganos Internet Anonym, are security and privacy tools. VIPRE Business is a high-performance antivirus solution that doesn't slow down your PC like older, traditional antivirus products. Steganos Internet Anonym is a VPN software that allows users to browse the internet anonymously, protecting their privacy online.
The polipo.exe file is needed for the associated software to function properly. It plays a crucial role in the operation of these programs. Like any executable file, it can potentially be used as a vehicle for malicious software. If the file is located outside of the usual file path or if your system shows signs of unusual activity (like high CPU usage), it might be infected with a virus or malware. In such cases, it is recommended to run a full system scan and remove the file if it is indeed a threat. Always ensure that your antivirus software is up-to-date to protect your system from such threats.
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Description: Polipo.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. Polipo.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—mostly C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Internet Anonym 2012\polipo\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\Vidalia Bundle\Polipo\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 181,248 bytes (47% of all occurrences), 632,272 bytes or 266,118 bytes.
Polipo.exe is a file with no information about its developer. The program has no visible window. The polipo.exe file is not a Windows system file.
Therefore the technical security rating is 59% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
If problems with Steganos Internet Anonym 2012 or Polipo come up, you can look for help on the www.steganos.com website or uninstall it from your computer using the Control Panel applet Uninstall a Program.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as polipo.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the polipo.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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This is for the Vidalia and Tor utility for Proxy etc. -see link Tom Dubfunk B (further information)
Ist Bestandteil z.B. von Steganos Internet Anonym 2012 (auf PCWelt-DVD 12/2011) Bert Ihringer
Programmteil für die Software TOR
It's part of Vidalia Bundle Pack (Tor) italiangirl6
This polipo.exe is a legit executable web proxy. However someone has used it lately for malicious exploit that downloads a worm onto the victim's computer through tor and powershell. This application runs on port 8123. It is located in %Appdata% under Roaming in a folder usually make up of numbers. Infects word and excel documents. If you delete polipo.exe from the Appdata directory. It replicates itself through the use of macros on the word and excel programs when you run the document or book. I'm still working on how to remove this file. Stay tuned. Max
Keine Panik, nur ein Programm um im Netz Anonym zu bleiben. Sowas wie'n IP-Changer nur besser. Sollte das Teil dennoch Sch***e bauen, schmeißt's einfach runter, kein Problem^^ Der Dezi
Polipo ist ein Proxy, u.a. für das Cachen von Webseiten, u. kann anstelle von Privoxy für das anonyme Surfen mit Tor eingesetzt werden. Das Original ist empfehlenswert, liegt aber m. Wissens für Windows nur als Source vor. Gut möglich, dass es in einem Vidalia Paket integriert ist, dann ist es zum anonymen Surfen notwendig. Aber von dubiosen Quellen bezogen, kann auch Vidalia virenverseucht sein. Deshalb Software immer nur direkt vom Hersteller herunterladen, um das Virenrisiko zu minimieren... Tuxel (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of polipo.exe:
based on 8 votes with 7 user comments.
2 users think polipo.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
2 users think it's probably harmless.
3 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
One user thinks polipo.exe is dangerous and recommends removing it.
Best practices for resolving polipo issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with polipo. 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 polipo.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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User Comments
Tom Dubfunk B (further information)
Bert Ihringer
italiangirl6
Max
Der Dezi
Tuxel (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of polipo.exe: based on 8 votes with 7 user comments. 2 users think polipo.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 2 users think it's probably harmless. 3 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. One user thinks polipo.exe is dangerous and recommends removing it.