iPCAP virus

iPCAP, also known as PC Accelerate Pro, xPCAP, or iPCAP virus, is a malicious and rogue program that masquerades as a Windows security program. According to VirusTotal, an online scanner owned and maintained by Google, iPCAP is detected by a large number of legitimate Antivirus programs in the malware and potentially unwanted program (PUP) categories. Files associated with iPCAP malware are given detection names including Malicious (high Confidence), Program.Unwanted.4735, and Heuristic.

iPCAP is known to be problematic for many users. Once iPCAP is installed it will create tasks in Windows Task Manager to run every time Windows starts which can have a negative impact on system resources. In addition to booting with the operating system, the malware will constantly launch, run a scan, and display pop-up messages that showcase fraudulent scan details. Since this malware is not a legitimate Antivirus program it will display fraudulent scan results in order to deceive victims into purchasing a license.

If iPCAP malware has infected your device you may expect one or more of the symptoms listed below:

• Slow and sluggish computer
• Windows loads slower
• System disturbances and crashes
• Blue screen
• Data retention resulting in unethical telephone calls, junk mail, and email messages

  Unauthorized bank and credit card transactions

In addition to these symptoms, iPCAP malware bundles with other malware, adware, spyware, and unwanted programs that can cause supplementary issues. The only way to stop this kind of threat from occurring is to stay alert and follow online safety guidelines or to use a reputable security program with real-time protection against active threats such as Malwarebytes Premium.

How to remove iPCAP (Virus Removal Guide)

Follow the instructions to remove the iPCAP virus and stop unwanted browser redirects to websites that track you online and collect your personal data.

Windows 10

1. Right-click the Start menu (Windows icon in the taskbar) and go to Apps and Features.

2. Locate the program you want to remove, click it, and then click the Uninstall button.

Windows (Other)

1. Open the Start menu and go to the Control Panel.

2. Click Uninstall a program button.

3. Locate the program you want to remove, click it, and click Uninstall.

1. Download and install Malwarebytes. Malwarebytes will seamlessly guide you through the quick installation process.

2. Once Malwarebytes is installed, click the blue Scan button to begin scanning your computer for malware, viruses, and potentially unwanted programs. The scan may take several minutes to complete.

3. When the scan is complete, click the Quarantine button to remove all threats detected by Malwarebytes.

4. Reboot your computer.

1. Download and install CCleaner. CCleaner will seamlessly guide you through the quick installation process.

2. Once CCleaner is installed, click the Take my PC Health Check button or go to Health Check > Next and follow the instructions to begin checking your PC’s health.

3. When the scan is complete, click Make it better button to remove trackers, remove junk files, disable startup apps, and more.

4. Go to Registry and click Scan for Issues to check your computer for registry issues.

5. When the scan is complete, click Fix selected Issues, backup the registry, and click Fix Issue or Fix All Issues.