Multiple Browser.exe Virus in Task Manager – How to Remove Browser.exe Virus Completely?

I think my PC is infected with browser.exe virus. Every time I open a web browser, there will be about 6-7 browser.exe files appear in the task manger's processes. And then 2 files will be added into the list for each website I open. These will go when I close the web browser, but will immediately come back as soon as I reopen the web browser. I really do not know what to do to resolve this issue guys. HELP ME PLEASE!!!

If you encounter the same issue with what the above user describe, you might have Malware in your computer. Commonly, malware usually disguises itself as a legit program to attract you to install it in your computer or it will be bundled into some software that will finally be uploaded to the file-sharing platform. So when you download software or files from unreliable resource, you will download malware to your computer as well.

Once installed, malware will inject your system and mess up your important settings. It has the ability to generate bogus or harmful browser.exe processes in the background to use a lot of your CPU usage and Memory. As a result, you will encounter a series of troubles like fake alert popups, browser redirects, browser crashes, or slow computer.

It is dangerous if your computer is infected by malware. Once you see your computer acting weirdly with multiple browser.exe virus in task manager, you are recommended to Run a Free Malware Scan for your PC.

How to Remove Browser.exe Virus?

Browser.exe Virus can be removed either manually or automatically. But the manual removal guide is often for the experienced users. You can pick up the suitable one to get rid of it.

Here is a Removal Video for the Similar Issue. Please Watch it For Reference.

Manually Remove Browser.exe Virus Step by Step

Please be careful for this part and make sure you can handle it on your own. If not, you should follow the automatic removal guide.

Firstly, please restart your computer and before Windows interface loads, hit F8 key repeatedly. Choose “Safe Mode with Networking” option, and then press Enter key. System will load files and then get to the desktop in needed option.



Secondly, you can follow these steps to get rid of Browser.exe Virus manually: it’s to end virus related processes, search and remove all other relevant files and registry entries. Follow the removal guides below to start.

Step 1: Launch Windows Task Manager by pressing keys Ctrl+Alt+Del or Ctrl+Shift+Esc, search for Browser.exe Virus processes and right-click to end them.



Step 2: Open Start menu and search for Folder Options. When you’re in Folder Options window, please click on its View tab, check Show hidden files and folders and uncheck Hide protected operating system files (Recommended) and then press OK.



Step 3: Click on the “Start” menu and then click on the “Search programs and files” box, Search for and delete these files created by Browser.exe Virus:

%AppData%\<random>.exe
%CommonAppData%\<random>.exe
C:\Program Files
C:\Documents and Settings

Step 4: Open Registry Editor by pressing Windows+R keys, type regedit in Run box and click “OK” to proceed. When Registry Editor is open, search and get rid of all the malicious registry entries:







Thirdly, reboot the computer normally to check whether the virus is completely removed or not.

Step 5: Reset browser settings

Type "internet options" on start menu and hit enter. Navigate to Advanced >> Reset... >> Delete personal settings >> Reset

Automatically Remove Browser.exe Virus with SpyHunter

SpyHunter has the ability to detect and remove rootkits, which are used to stealth install rogue anti-spyware programs and other trojans. It is designed to assist the average computer user in protecting their PC from malicious threats. Maybe the inexperience users can get help from it. If you find it hard to remove with the manual removal instruction, you can also use this automatic removal tool.





SpyHunter's free scanner is for malware detection. You have the choice of buying SpyHunter for malware removal. Here are some install procedures for it. You can read it for reference.

Step 1: After finishing downloading, click Run to install SpyHunter step by step.

Step 2: After finishing installing, SpyHunter will scan and diagnose your entire system automatically.



Step 3: As the scanning is complete, all detected threats will be listed out. Then, you can click on “Fix Threats” to remove all of the threats found in your system.



Good to know:

SpyHunter responds with advanced technology to stay one step ahead of today’s malware threats. It offers additional customization capabilities to ensure every user is able to custom tailor this anti-malware application to fit their specific needs. It is great if you remove the threats on your own. If you cannot make it yourself, SpyHunter will be another choice for you.