sbrc.exe
GFI AntiMalware Active Protection SDK Merge Module by GFI Software (Florida) Inc. (Signed)
Overview
There are 3 versions of sbrc.exe in the wild, the latest version being 6.1.5496. During installation, a run registry key for all users is added that will cause the program to run each time any user logs on to Windows. The average file size is about 196.88 KB. The file is a digitally signed and issued to GFI Software (Florida) Inc. by VeriSign. The programs VIPRE Internet Security, UnThreat Free AntiVirus 2013 and SpeedMaxPc AntiVirus have been observed as installing specific variations of sbrc.exe.
What is sbrc.exe?
Registry Cleaner is part of GFI AntiMalware Active Protection SDK Merge Module. GFI/VIPRE Antivirus combines antispyware and antivirus together which detects and removes viruses, spyware, rootkits, bots, Trojans and all other types of malware.
About sbrc.exe (from GFI Software (Florida) Inc.)
“VIPRE Antivirus is the all-in-one security solution that protects against identity thieves, spammers, hackers and cybercriminals to keep your PC safe without impacting performance. From always-on Acti”
 Details
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| File name: | sbrc.exe |
| Publisher: | GFI Software |
| Product name: | GFI AntiMalware Active Protection SDK Merge Module |
| Description: | Registry Cleaner |
| Typical file path: | C:\Program Files\gfi software\vipre\sbrc.exe |
| Certificate |
| Issued to: | GFI Software (Florida) Inc. |
| Authority (CA): | VeriSign |
| Effective date: | Wednesday, January 25, 2012 |
| Expiration date: | Sunday, January 25, 2015 |
Programs installed in
(Note, the programs listed below are for all versions of GFI AntiMalware Active Protection SDK Merge Module.)
From the site: "The free download of Ascentive’s Registry Cleaner, Anti-Malware Software, and other trial products are intended to find issues, errors, threats, junk, and clutter that can be removed b...
“VIPRE Internet Security is the award-winning antivirus software that includes a firewall, a spam filter and bad website blocking into one powerful solution for complete protection against malware. Fro...”
“Vipre Antivirus is the essential antivirus software that protects against over 100,000 new web threats every day without slowing down your computer. It also eliminates conflicts during installation wi...”
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
AntiVirus software that uses the GFI AntiMalware engine with a custom UI.
“XoftSpy scans your computer's memory, registry, files & folders for Spyware, Adware, Spybots, Malware, Spy Pop-ups, Keyloggers, and Unwanted Toolbars.”
XoftSpy Detects & Removes Spyware, Adware, Hijackers & Other Malicious Files.
“ParetoLogic Internet Security provides premium protection against all kinds of cyber threats. Your email messages and contact list are protected by Anti-Phishing technology and advanced Email Security...”
“Scan, and remove malware from your Windows PC now with PC MRI Anti-Malware software. In minutes, you can remove malware and other errors from your computer that can slow it down. Easy to use features ...”
“Run the free scan to identify the issues affecting your system and register a full version of the software for just $29.97 semiannually to clean, fix and optimize identified issues with your computer ...”
“SparkTrust AntiVirus is a versatile protector. It searches your computer deeply to find and boot out all kinds of malicious and unwanted programs: viruses, adware, spyware, malware, pop-up generators,...”
“SparkTrust AntiVirus protects your computer by using a variety of proven and cutting edge detection methods to catch viruses and malware. It utilizes signature-based detection and, with free, frequent...”
“This program includes extensive protection by kicking out spyware, viruses, adware, Trojan downloads and other malware. Not only is it easy to use, it will install and set up quickly. It also has acti...”
“This program includes extensive protection by kicking out spyware, viruses, adware, Trojan downloads and other malware. Not only is it easy to use, it will install and set up quickly. It also has acti...”
“Several programs out there today advertise that they can help you remove the infections slowing your computer down. OMG Tech Help’s personnel have all the training to help you eliminate all the spywar...”
Behaviors
(Note, the behaviors below are for all versions of sbrc.exe, select a unique version for details.)
Startup files (all users) run
Runs under the registry key 'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run'
- 'SBRegRebootCleaner' → "C:\Program Files\GFI Software\VIPRE\SBRC.exe"
All file variations of sbrc.exe
Distribution by Windows OS
| OS version | distribution |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
66.67% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
16.67% |
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| Windows 8 Pro with Media Center |
16.67% |
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Distribution by PC manufacturer
| PC Manufacturer | distribution |
| Hewlett-Packard |
33.33% |
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| Dell |
33.33% |
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| GIGABYTE |
16.67% |
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| Acer |
16.67% |
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