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cush29 Sep 7, 2017 @ 9:06am
PUP.InstallCore/Variant.Process-2
My anti spyware found this file on my computer
PUP.InstallCore/Variant.Process-2
I don,t know what it is
Do i keep it or do i need to get rid of it
its suppose to be connected with steam
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XBL Laberbacke Sep 7, 2017 @ 9:29am 
PUP = Potentially Unwanted Program. So, ask yourself: Do you WANT it? Also, use a search engine, not the Steam forums.
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Bumbefly (we/All) Sep 7, 2017 @ 1:56pm 
Should not be connected with Steam unless you downloaded the Steam Installer from a shady 3rd party website in stead of from Steam itself. It's addware that comes bundled with software you would want, like Google Chrome or McAffeee often is bundled when DLing installers from more legit DLsites.

Remove it. If the Steam software becomes damaged, DL a new installer from the Steam Website and no-where else.
http://store.steampowered.com/about/

some info
https://www.sophos.com/en-us/threat-center/threat-analyses/adware-and-puas/Install%20Core/detailed-analysis.aspx
https://blog.malwarebytes.com/detections/pup-optional-installcore/
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