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More than one possible match was found; all matches are listed below in order of their prevalence. This only tells you what the file and the correct action might be.

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Prevalence

Percentage of recently scanned PC's with this process running: 13.70%
Average CPU use for this program: 0%
Average RAM for this program: 3 MB

Identification

In addition to the file name, jusched.exe, the following version information is used to identify the file. If the file does not match this information, it may be a different file. To ensure the file is absolutely correct, run a free and comprehensive scan.

To view version information with Windows Explorer, right-click the file and click Properties, Version.

Vendor or Distributor's Web Site

http://java.sun.com/

PC Pitstop Analysis

jusched.exe is a process that occasionally checks for updates to Sun's Java technology. This program should normally be found in the Java folder of Program Files. jusched.exe has been identified as a spyware trojan when it is located in the Windows\System32 folder.

If you do not use (or do not want to use) Java in your browser, you can uninstall Java totally. Is not rare to have multiple installations of Java because the update does not uninstall the old version.
We recommend you to check it manually at http://java.sun.com/, if you find a new version, uninstall the old version before update to the new one.

jusched.exe uses excessive system and memory resources with no corresponding benefit. Applications such as these should be disabled to improve overall system performance.

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MD5 Hashes

MD5 hashes is the way that computers can define the uniqueness of a file. Anti malware vendors frequently use this technique to detect and clean malware. It is common for a program to have multiple MD5 hashes as the developers create newer versions of the program. For the program called jusched.exe, we have detected more than 10 different MD5 hashes. Click on a hash to research the hash in Google.

Prevalence

Percentage of recently scanned PC's with this process running: 0.28%
Average CPU use for this program: 0%
Average RAM for this program: 2 MB

Identification

In addition to the file name, jusched.exe, the following version information is used to identify the file. If the file does not match this information, it may be a different file. To ensure the file is absolutely correct, run a free and comprehensive scan.

To view version information with Windows Explorer, right-click the file and click Properties, Version.

Vendor or Distributor's Web Site

http://java.sun.com/

PC Pitstop Analysis

jusched.exe is a process that occasionally checks for updates to Sun's Java technology. If you do not use (or do not want to use) Java in your browser, you can uninstall Java totally. NOTE: This is the older Java 1.4 engine. Is not rare to have multiple installations of Java because the update does not uninstall the old version.
We recommend you to check it manually at http://java.sun.com/, if you find a new version, uninstall the old version before update to the new one.

jusched.exe uses excessive system and memory resources with no corresponding benefit. Applications such as these should be disabled to improve overall system performance.

PC Pitstop PC Matic removes jusched.exe and many other unnecessary processes making your PC faster and more efficient. In addition to unnecessary software, PC Matic keeps your system at peak performance through registry analysis, junk file cleaning and internet optimization.

Run a free scan and analysis to learn how much faster your PC can be.

MD5 Hashes

MD5 hashes is the way that computers can define the uniqueness of a file. Anti malware vendors frequently use this technique to detect and clean malware. It is common for a program to have multiple MD5 hashes as the developers create newer versions of the program. For the program called jusched.exe, we have detected more than 10 different MD5 hashes. Click on a hash to research the hash in Google.

Prevalence

Percentage of recently scanned PC's with this process running: 0.05%
Average CPU use for this program: 0%
Average RAM for this program: 4 MB

Identification

In addition to the file name, jusched.exe, the following version information is used to identify the file. If the file does not match this information, it may be a different file. To ensure the file is absolutely correct, run a free and comprehensive scan.

To view version information with Windows Explorer, right-click the file and click Properties, Version.

PC Pitstop Analysis

jusched.exe -

jusched.exe  is returning insufficient information about this program.

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Prevalence

Percentage of recently scanned PC's with this process running: 0.04%
Average CPU use for this program: 0%
Average RAM for this program: 3 MB

Identification

In addition to the file name, jusched.exe, the following version information is used to identify the file. If the file does not match this information, it may be a different file. To ensure the file is absolutely correct, run a free and comprehensive scan.

To view version information with Windows Explorer, right-click the file and click Properties, Version.

PC Pitstop Analysis

jusched.exe, when found in the Windows\System32\ folder, has been identified as a trojan spyware added by Troj/Banker-BOV. It should be removed. It should not be confused with the legitimate version of jusched.exe that is Sun Micros java update scheduler that is normally found in the Program Files\Java folder.

jusched.exe is spyware/adware. PC Pitstop recommends strongly that all adware and spyware be immediately removed. This application category consumes considerable system resources and the performance gain is quite noticeable. Furthermore, adware/spyware pose a security risk to your computer as it sends your personal information back to the mothership.

PC Pitstop Exterminate removes jusched.exe and all other forms of malware and spyware. Run a free scan and analysis to learn how to quickly and easily rid your computer of adware and spyware.

MD5 Hashes

MD5 hashes is the way that computers can define the uniqueness of a file. Anti malware vendors frequently use this technique to detect and clean malware. It is common for a program to have multiple MD5 hashes as the developers create newer versions of the program. For the program called jusched.exe, we have detected 1 different MD5 hashes. Click on a hash to research the hash in Google.

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Tips from the PitCrew

Every process running on your computer takes up CPU cycles and valuable memory. For optimal PC performance and resource utilization, you should be aware of every process on your computer. PC Pitstop designed this process library to help you know which processes are worthwhile and others that slow system performance.

Important Note

A file name alone may not be enough for positive identification. PC Pitstop's Overdrive tests and spyware scan use information such as the company name, product name, or install directory.

If you are unable to identify a file, ask about it in our forums after running our full tests.