virus popcorntime

[MONSTERHUNTER2215]

how to remove MAP Popcorntime?

 

[ChatGPT]

Yes, if you run that command from an elevated Command Prompt (i.e., "Run as Administrator") and no files inside the folder are locked by another process, it should forcibly delete the folder—even if you normally wouldn't have permission.

Just to reiterate:

• Ensure you're in an elevated Command Prompt.
• Make sure no process is using any files from that folder.
• If you still encounter permission errors, you might need to take ownership of the folder before running the command.

In most cases, running

rd /s /q "C:\Program Files (x86)\Popcorn Time"

as admin will remove the folder without any permission issues.

 

[MONSTERHUNTER2215]

Yes, if you run that command from an elevated Command Prompt (i.e., "Run as Administrator") and no files inside the folder are locked by another process, it should forcibly delete the folder—even if you normally wouldn't have permission.

Just to reiterate:

• Ensure you're in an elevated Command Prompt.
• Make sure no process is using any files from that folder.
• If you still encounter permission errors, you might need to take ownership of the folder before running the command.

In most cases, running

rd /s /q "C:\Program Files (x86)\Popcorn Time"

as admin will remove the folder without any permission issues.

The operation cannot be completed because the folder or a file in it is open in another program

CAN CMD DELETE FOLDER ANYWAY?

 

[ChatGPT]

No, the CMD command itself won't override the locking process. If a file or folder is in use by another program, Windows won't let you delete it using the rd command until that lock is released.

Here are a few methods to work around this:

• Identify and close the locking process using Task Manager or Process Explorer. Look for any processes that might be related to Popcorn Time and end them.
• Boot into Safe Mode so that most non-essential processes aren't running, then try the rd command again.
• Use a file unlocking tool (like IObit Unlocker or similar) to forcibly release file locks before deletion.

Once you ensure no processes are using any files in the folder, the command

rd /s /q "C:\Program Files (x86)\Popcorn Time"

should work without errors.

 

[MONSTERHUNTER2215]

No, the CMD command itself won't override the locking process. If a file or folder is in use by another program, Windows won't let you delete it using the rd command until that lock is released.

Here are a few methods to work around this:

• Identify and close the locking process using Task Manager or Process Explorer. Look for any processes that might be related to Popcorn Time and end them.
• Boot into Safe Mode so that most non-essential processes aren't running, then try the rd command again.
• Use a file unlocking tool (like IObit Unlocker or similar) to forcibly release file locks before deletion.

Once you ensure no processes are using any files in the folder, the command

rd /s /q "C:\Program Files (x86)\Popcorn Time"

should work without errors.

HOW CAN i FIND IT on Task manager? i only have this FILE IN MAP

Updater.exe

init.txt

 

[ChatGPT]

Hi @MONSTERHUNTER2215, finding the process that's locking the folder can be a bit tricky if it's not immediately visible in Task Manager. Here’s what you can do:

• 1. Check Task Manager Thoroughly:
  • Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) and switch to the Details tab for a more detailed view.
  • Look for “Updater.exe” in the list. It might be listed under its own name or bundled with another process, so sort the columns by Name or check for unfamiliar entries.
• 2. Use Process Explorer:
  • https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/downloads/process-explorer from Microsoft Sysinternals.
  • Run Process Explorer as Administrator, then press Ctrl+F to open the search dialog.
  • Type “Updater.exe” or “C:\Program Files (x86)\Popcorn Time” to see if any process is using a handle within that folder.
  • If you find a process, you can right-click the corresponding handle in Process Explorer and choose Close Handle to release the lock (exercise caution with this step).
• 3. Use Resource Monitor:
  • Open Resource Monitor by typing “resmon” in the Start menu search box.
  • Go to the CPU tab and, under Associated Handles, search for “Popcorn Time”. This might reveal the process that has locked files in that directory.

If none of these tools show a running process for Updater.exe, it’s possible the file is not actively running but still locked due to system caching or a background service. In that case, a reboot into Safe Mode usually helps, as most non-essential processes won’t run there, and you can then delete the folder.
Give these methods a try, and let me know if you need more help closing those locks!

 

[MONSTERHUNTER2215]

Hi @MONSTERHUNTER2215, finding the process that's locking the folder can be a bit tricky if it's not immediately visible in Task Manager. Here’s what you can do:

• 1. Check Task Manager Thoroughly:
    • Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) and switch to the Details tab for a more detailed view.
    • Look for “Updater.exe” in the list. It might be listed under its own name or bundled with another process, so sort the columns by Name or check for unfamiliar entries.
• 2. Use Process Explorer:
    • Download Process Explorer from Microsoft Sysinternals.
    • Run Process Explorer as Administrator, then press Ctrl+F to open the search dialog.
    • Type “Updater.exe” or “C:\Program Files (x86)\Popcorn Time” to see if any process is using a handle within that folder.
    • If you find a process, you can right-click the corresponding handle in Process Explorer and choose Close Handle to release the lock (exercise caution with this step).
• 3. Use Resource Monitor:
    • Open Resource Monitor by typing “resmon” in the Start menu search box.
    • Go to the CPU tab and, under Associated Handles, search for “Popcorn Time”. This might reveal the process that has locked files in that directory.

If none of these tools show a running process for Updater.exe, it’s possible the file is not actively running but still locked due to system caching or a background service. In that case, a reboot into Safe Mode usually helps, as most non-essential processes won’t run there, and you can then delete the folder.

Give these methods a try, and let me know if you need more help closing those locks!

HOW TO END IT FROM TASK Manager !?!

 

[ChatGPT]

Hi @MONSTERHUNTER2215, to end the locking process (such as Updater.exe) from Task Manager, follow these steps:

• 1. Open Task Manager:
    • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to launch Task Manager.
  
• 2. Switch to the Details Tab:
    • Click on the Details tab to see a comprehensive list of running processes.
  
• 3. Locate Updater.exe:
    • Scroll through the list or click on the Name column header to sort the processes alphabetically.
    • Look for "Updater.exe". If you suspect it might be hidden under another process name, expand the columns by clicking the small arrow next to processes.
  
• 4. End the Process:
    • Once you locate Updater.exe, right-click on it and select End Task.
    • Confirm if prompted. This should terminate the process and release any locks it may have on the Popcorn Time folder.
  
• 5. Verify the Lock is Released:
    • After ending the process, try deleting the folder again or using the rd command in CMD.
    • If the process restarts automatically, you may need to investigate further or use Safe Mode to ensure it stays inactive.

If you're still having trouble, consider using Resource Monitor or Process Explorer to find any handles still attached to the folder. Let me know if you need further help!

 

[MONSTERHUNTER2215]

Hi @MONSTERHUNTER2215, to end the locking process (such as Updater.exe) from Task Manager, follow these steps:

• 1. Open Task Manager:
    • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to launch Task Manager.
• 2. Switch to the Details Tab:
    • Click on the Details tab to see a comprehensive list of running processes.
• 3. Locate Updater.exe:
    • Scroll through the list or click on the Name column header to sort the processes alphabetically.
    • Look for "Updater.exe". If you suspect it might be hidden under another process name, expand the columns by clicking the small arrow next to processes.
• 4. End the Process:
    • Once you locate Updater.exe, right-click on it and select End Task.
    • Confirm if prompted. This should terminate the process and release any locks it may have on the Popcorn Time folder.
• 5. Verify the Lock is Released:
    • After ending the process, try deleting the folder again or using the rd command in CMD.
    • If the process restarts automatically, you may need to investigate further or use Safe Mode to ensure it stays inactive.

If you're still having trouble, consider using Resource Monitor or Process Explorer to find any handles still attached to the folder. Let me know if you need further help!

IF i END UPDATER.EXE AND REMOVE MAP Will it be gone?

 

[ChatGPT]

Hi @MONSTERHUNTER2215, terminating Updater.exe will usually release the lock on the Popcorn Time folder (or MAP), allowing you to delete it. Once you end that process and remove the folder (using CMD with the rd command or via Explorer), it should be gone—provided no other process is holding a file in that folder.

Just a few reminders:

• After ending Updater.exe, double-check with Task Manager or Resource Monitor to make sure no other related processes are running.
• Proceed with deleting the folder immediately after terminating the lock.
• If the process or folder reappears, it might indicate a deeper issue (like persistent malware), so running a full antivirus scan would be advisable.

Let me know if you run into any more issues or need extra help!

 

[MONSTERHUNTER2215]

Hi @MONSTERHUNTER2215, terminating Updater.exe will usually release the lock on the Popcorn Time folder (or MAP), allowing you to delete it. Once you end that process and remove the folder (using CMD with the rd command or via Explorer), it should be gone—provided no other process is holding a file in that folder.

Just a few reminders:

• After ending Updater.exe, double-check with Task Manager or Resource Monitor to make sure no other related processes are running.
• Proceed with deleting the folder immediately after terminating the lock.
• If the process or folder reappears, it might indicate a deeper issue (like persistent malware), so running a full antivirus scan would be advisable.

Let me know if you run into any more issues or need extra help!

NOTHING Will happend to my pc if i END IT BY task manager?

 

[ChatGPT]

Hi @MONSTERHUNTER2215, generally speaking, ending a process like Updater.exe from the Popcorn Time folder using Task Manager shouldn’t harm your PC. Here are a few points to consider:

• If Updater.exe is part of the unwanted Popcorn Time files, terminating it will simply end that program’s operation.
• Since it's not a critical system process, ending it won’t affect the core functionality of Windows.
• Once ended, you can proceed to delete the folder as planned.

That said, always double-check that you’re terminating the correct process. If you're unsure, running a quick antivirus scan is a good idea to confirm that it's not an essential or system-related process.

Let me know if you have any more questions!