PPActiveDetection.exe

Important: If your PC is producing PPActiveDetection.exe errors, you should check your Windows operating system immediately!

The file PPActiveDetection.exe is part of the program eTrust PestPatrol from the manufacturer Computer Associates. Its task: PPActiveDetection.exe checks the system in real-time for spyware and adware infection.
PPActiveDetection.exe is normally found in the directory unknown. If the file is located in another folder, you may have selected this path when installing the software. Under certain circumstances, this can also be an indication of a virus.

How to fix PPActiveDetection.exe errors

If Windows notifies you of PPActiveDetection.exe errors, the cause may be the result of damaged or corrupted registry entries.
In most cases, it helps to check the Windows registry for PPActiveDetection.exe errors!

If this does not fix PPActiveDetection.exe errors, we recommend uninstalling the program using the Control Panel and then running a scan of the Windows registry again.

PPActiveDetection.exe slows down my PC!

Programs and files can have a strong impact on the performance of a Windows operating system. In some cases, this also includes PPActiveDetection.exe.
In case of doubt, you should uninstall the program in question.
If PPActiveDetection.exe is in the Windows startup folder, it can slow down a PC. We recommend that you turn off the automatic startup of this program.
Our advise: AVG TuneUp disables unnecessary startup programs and Windows applications thereby minimizing the load on your computer. The software also fixes PPActiveDetection.exe errors!

Is PPActiveDetection.exe harmful to my computer?

PPActiveDetection.exe is considered to be trustworthy. If the file is not located in the standard path, this may indicate the presence of a virus. Scan your PC with an up-to-date virus scanner. We recommend using the free antivirus software AVG Anti-Virus Free.

All information about PPActiveDetection.exe:

The following information about PPActiveDetection.exe is available.
Product name: eTrust PestPatrol
Process name: PestPatrol Background Guard
manufacturer: Computer Associates
Website manufacturer: unknown
Standard path: unknown
Category: Utility program for eTrust PestPatrol.
Assessment: trustworthy