The file exchangemaster.exe relates to the software known as WareOut, which is malware masquerading as a spyware and dialer remover. The rogue anti-spyware presents as a program that will scan and remove spyware from the computer. WareOut is created by Coteco LLC and has been distributed by non-consensual installations through security exploits. It puts entries into the Windows registry that it reports as spyware and often flags normal applications as spyware to trick users into paying for the program. After making a free scan and reporting the presence of malware that it has dropped, WareOut requests payment from the user for the removal of the supposed malwares that were found in the system. This software employs deception and unethical means that show a history of negligent false positives to urge the end user to make a purchase. This software is also suspected to be a front for a CoolWebSearch affiliate that is listed as unsolicited software because it is loaded without consent using browser security holes.
How can I stop exchangemaster.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. exchangemaster.exe. is used by WareOut, If you shut down exchangemaster.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop exchangemaster.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is WareOut, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.
Is this a virus or other security concern?
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as WareOut, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.
Is exchangemaster.exe known to be bad for my computer's performance?
We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.
What can I do if exchangemaster.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if exchangemaster.exe. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that exchangemaster.exe, belongs to, in this case WareOut