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Like any ordinary day when you turn on your computer and use it, suddenly your computer faces the problem of not being able to open EXE files (installation file format). This issue arises because your computer has encountered some malicious software. You try to fix the issue of not opening EXE files but fail, and the thought of reinstalling Windows crosses your mind, yet you hesitate due to the time it might take.
Mytour will guide you in a way that you don't need to reinstall Windows but can still fix this issue of not being able to open EXE files, allowing you to run files normally.
Addressing the issue of being unable to run .exe files. Some of you may know that malware and rootkits can block security programs from starting. Therefore, when downloading these tools, it's essential to rename them before saving them to the desktop.
Once downloaded, renaming the file may not be effective as they can be detected and prevent renaming, sometimes even hindering the downloading of the file.
If you want to copy this software from USB to a virus-infected computer, you must rename the software before plugging the USB into the computer.
Additionally, in some cases with MalwareBytes, you must rename the file twice:
First time: When downloading, remember to save the file to your computer.
Second time: After installation, go to the program's installation folder, find the mbam.exe file, and rename it.
You can also check for the presence of the TDSS driver by:
Choose Control Panel.
Click on System, select Hardware, and then choose Device Manager.
In Device Manager, under the View section, select 'Show hidden Devices'.
Click 'Non Plug and Play Drivers' to expand.
Choose Properties, click on driver, click Stop to disable it.
If prompted to restart the computer, choose No.
Note that it's necessary to disable other variants such as: seneka*, gao*, UAC*, geyek*, ytasfw*... these are variants of rootkits evolving over time. This is how to fix the .*exe file error. Additionally, you can explore ways to fix computer unable to open software programs or applications.
Here, Mytour has guided you on how to fix the error of not being able to open exe files due to virus attacks. You should download and use antivirus software to better protect your files and data.
Hope the article proves helpful for you. Wishing you success.
