It is known as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). However, this file is associated with PCAntiMalware too. If you find this executable in other directories, such as C:\windows or C:\windows\system32, your computer might be infected with virus or malware. However, sometimes it might be placed in Windows Temp sub-category. Originally, this file is located in C:\Program Files subfolder. The main difference between real and obfuscated InstUp.exe file is its location.
The obfuscated file helps to bypass computer’s security and run malicious tasks. Just like many other processes, the name of this one might also be used to spread computer viruses and malware. Slowdown of the PC, increased CPU/GPU usage, software crashes, etc. Malicious websites, spam emails, repacked or cracked software, file-sharing sites, etc.
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