Severe tech issue that cripples computers
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If you have a directory called ENDPOINT SECURITY PROTECTION in your PROGRAM FILES directory, you have a big problem.
It will suck up about 1/3 of your CPU power. It is a roque anti-virus program that I promise you did not install. It is ESET, not the antivirus built into Windows - which is sufficient. Often, malware disguises itself as Anti-Viirus software so you will not delete it. It's purpose seems to be bitcoin mining - or something similar.
To get rid of it, reboot into safe mode and deleted all the files you can from the Endpoint directory. That is probably enough to get that program to stop harming your computer, but there will probably be one DLL file that will not delete.
To get rid of that one, use the free program UNLOCKER. You probably do not need to delete that one last annoying file, but I did. -
What is endpoint security?
Endpoint security protects end-user devices through a process that leverages threat intelligence to detect, block, and remediate cybersecurity threats in your network. As today’s threat landscape evolves, traditional antivirus software no longer provides necessary coverage against malware, zero-day threats, and sophisticated cyber-attacks.Endpoint protection platforms (EPP) encompass cloud-based, next-gen antivirus software that include multiple features to help share data across a suite of endpoint security technologies. Modern-day endpoint security solutions eliminate the risk of data loss and operational disruption to your business by proactively blocking malicious threats. Through predictive threat detection and remediation, comprehensive endpoint protection ensures your team continues productivity while keeping your network endpoints safe.
https://www.malwarebytes.com/cybersecurity/business/what-is-endpoint-protection
https://www.trellix.com/security-awareness/endpoint/what-is-endpoint-security/
https://usa.kaspersky.com/resource-center/definitions/what-is-endpoint-security
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/security/endpoint-security/index.html
https://www.fortinet.com/resources/cyberglossary/what-is-endpoint-security
https://www.ibm.com/topics/endpoint-security
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endpoint_securityCLOUDFARE : https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/security/glossary/endpoint-security/
What is endpoint security? | Endpoint protection
Endpoint security is the process of protecting endpoint devices like desktop computers, laptops, and smartphones from attacks and data leaks.ESET : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ESET
ESET, s.r.o., is a Slovak software company specializing in cybersecurity. -
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