VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D: what it is and how to remove it
VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D is the detection name of a malicious program that Windows users have recently discovered. It is a Trojan that engages in cryptojacking activities, which means it can use the machine's resources, such as CPU power, to mine cryptocurrencies.
Facts checked October 6, 2026. Removal steps tested on Windows 11 (26H2) and checked against Microsoft's and the browser makers' current documentation. Sections marked as our earlier report are the original text: they describe the threat as it was then and have not been reviewed since. The 2026 status, the removal steps and the questions are current.
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VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D: summary
| Distribution | Infected email attachments; "cracked" software installations |
|---|---|
| NAME | VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D |
| TYPE | Trojan, cryptovirus, malware |
| SYMPTOMS | The slowness of the machine, suspicious processes running in the background, other threats installed, notifications from AV programs |
| DANGERS | Trojans can be set to act as a vector for different malware or directly steal information or even data from the computer. It can also use your machine's CPU power to mine cryptocurrencies |
| Detection names | No Microsoft detection name is known |
| Removal | Scan the PC with security software to find and remove the malware and anything installed with it. Fortect scans Windows for malware and repairs the system files and settings it damaged. Remove it nowTo use the full-featured product, you have to purchase a license for Fortect. The scan is free. |
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| Damage | Not recorded in the old report |
|---|---|
| Name | VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D |
| Type | Loader |
| Symptoms | An unknown process in Task Manager |
| Evidence | 6 write-ups by security sites; details still limited |
| File names | ReimageRepair.exe |
| First seen | 25 May 2022 |
| Facts checked | 6 October 2026 |
What VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D does on an infected PC
From our report of May 2022 · not reviewed since
VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D can generate revenue for cybercriminals by using your computer
VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D is the detection name of a malicious program that Windows users have recently discovered.
It is a Trojan that engages in cryptojacking activities, which means it can use the machine's resources, such as CPU power, to mine cryptocurrencies. Users may notice a number of symptoms, like slow performance, lagging, crashing, and bugs.
Trojans can also deliver other malware into the system, like spyware, ransomware, etc. Such infections can result in monetary losses, identity theft, data loss, and operating system damage. It is best to take action immediately if you have received a warning from your system.
Most Trojans do not even show any signs of infection. It is very important to pay close attention to the performance of your PC, and investigate if you experience any issues.
From our report of May 2022 · not reviewed since
More from our earlier report on VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D
- Your device can be cleaned with anti-malware tools that check various parts of the machine to find all possible infections
How VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D got on your PC
From our report of May 2022 · not reviewed since
Usually, malware spreads through third-party download sites.
People use torrent websites and peer-to-peer file-sharing networks which are unsafe. "Cracked" software installations often lead to infections as no one regulates these platforms. Even though it might get costly, it is best to use official sources whenever you want to install programs as you can prevent damage and keep your system running smoothly.
Cybercriminals also use email to distribute their malicious programs. They use social engineering methods to disguise the emails as legitimate and include infected attachments that users are asked to open. The email can look like it came from a well-known company, or someone you know, so never download email attachments without first making sure they are safe.
Another delivery method that threat actors like is vulnerability exploitation. They find specific cracks in code that could be used to infiltrate the system with a malicious program. That is why it is so important to keep your operating system and software updated. Developers often release security patches that fix these gateways so they cannot be used for malicious purposes.
How to check the PC for VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D
- File:
ReimageRepair.exe
How to remove VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D
A loader's job is to install other malware, so treat the PC as infected with more than one program until the scans are clean.
Step 1: Check where ReimageRepair.exe runs from and stop it
In Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) find
ReimageRepair.exeon Processes, right-click it and choose Open file location before ending anything.Windows' own files live in
C:\Windows\System32; the same name in%AppData%, %Temp% or C:\Users\Public is an impostor. If the folder is wrong, right-click the process again, choose End task and delete the file.If it starts again within seconds, a task or another process restarts it, so run the scan step in Safe Mode. Task Manager works the same in Windows 11 and Windows 10.
Full procedure with screenshots: Close a frozen app (Task Manager, Force Quit) On uGetFix
Step 2: Delete scheduled tasks that bring it back
Programs like VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D add a scheduled task so they return after an uninstall or reopen a page at every sign-in. Start Task Scheduler, open Task Scheduler Library and sort by Last Run Time to see what ran recently.
On the Actions tab, a program in a user folder, a script or a web address is a warning sign; right-click such a task and choose Delete.
Tasks with names copying Google, Edge or Windows updaters but pointing to an odd folder are typical. The tool looks the same in Windows 11 and Windows 10.
Windows 11: Task Scheduler Library, the task selected, the Actions tab shows the file it runs. Full procedure with screenshots: Remove what malware leaves behind in Windows
Step 3: Remove it from startup
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager and select Startup apps (Windows 11) or the Startup tab (Windows 10). Disable entries you do not recognise, especially ones with no publisher or with a name that copies a Windows component.
Right-click an entry and choose Open file location to see where it runs from: programs in
%AppData%or%Temp%deserve a closer look. Some entries are not listed there but in the registry Run keys, which the procedure below shows how to check.Full procedure with screenshots: Stop apps from opening at startup On uGetFix
Step 4: Delete the folders left behind
Uninstalling often leaves the program's folders, and some threats reinstall themselves from them.
Press Windows + R, type
%LocalAppData%and press Enter, then do the same for%AppData%and %ProgramData%, and look for folders named after VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D, its publisher or created on the day the problem started. Delete those folders, and check C:\Program Files and C:\Program Files (x86) too.If Windows says a file is in use, end it in Task Manager or delete the folder after a restart in Safe Mode. The folders are the same in Windows 11 and Windows 10.
Full procedure with screenshots: Remove what malware leaves behind in Windows
Step 5: Scan the PC, then run the offline scan
A scan finds the parts of VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D that the manual steps cannot see. In Windows Security > Virus & threat protection > Scan options, start a Full scan and quarantine what it reports.
Follow it with Microsoft Defender Antivirus (offline scan) > Scan now, which restarts the PC and checks the disk while Windows and the malware are not running.
It takes about 15 minutes and works the same in Windows 11 and Windows 10. If either scan finds something, run the full scan again after removal until it comes back clean.
Windows 11: Windows Security > Virus & threat protection > Scan options. Full procedure with screenshots: Run a Microsoft Defender Offline scan
Step 6: Change passwords from another device and sign out other sessions
VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D can copy saved passwords, cookies and session tokens and send them out in seconds, so cleaning the PC does not undo the theft.
Change your passwords on a device that was never infected, starting with the e-mail account, since every other reset goes through it. On each account, end all other sessions and check the recovery e-mail, phone number and forwarding rules.
Then turn on two-step verification. Sign in on the Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC again only after the offline scan is clean.
Full procedure with screenshots: Turn on two-step verification / secure a hacked account
From our report of May 2022 · not reviewed since
Trojan removal with anti-malware tools
Once a Trojan enters the system, there is no better way to remove it than good quality, automized professional security tools.
However, the malicious program may block such tools, so you need to perform additional steps. It becomes difficult to remove serious threats like this over time as their damage increases.
You need to enter Safe Mode with Networking if malware is blocking it. From there, you will be able to perform a scan with anti-malware tools with no problems. If you are not sure how to do that, follow the guide below:
Windows 7 / Vista / XP
Windows 10 / Windows 8
Once you reach Safe Mode, launch or , and perform a full system scan to eradicate malware and all its malicious components. VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D can cause serious damage if you leave it on the system.
Trojans can execute themselves automatically and install other threats on the machine without your permission. This is a sneaky infection that can perform malicious tasks unnoticed. Even though crypto mining does not cause you financial losses, this malware can sometimes access your credentials, sensitive data and steal funds from accounts online.
This is why we do not suggest you try to remove the threat manually, as the process is very complicated and not suitable for people with minimal IT skills.
Trojans are sometimes hard to locate in the system and in some cases, can even be invisible. They can be placed on the desktop and if users click by accident on the spot it is placed, it can launch the infection process.
- Click Start > Shutdown > Restart > OK.
- When your computer becomes active, start pressing F8 button (if that does not work, try F2, F12, Del, etc. - it all depends on your motherboard model) multiple times until you see the Advanced Boot Options window.
- Select Safe Mode with Networking from the list.
- Right-click on Start button and select Settings.
- On the left side of the window, pick Recovery.
- Click Restart now.
- Select Troubleshoot.
- Go to Advanced options.
- Select Startup Settings.
- Click Restart.
- Press 5 or click 5) Enable Safe Mode with Networking.
From our report of May 2022 · not reviewed since
Fix system damage
We highly recommend using a one-of-a-kind, patented technology of repair.
Not only can it fix virus damage after the infection, but it is also capable of removing malware that has already broken into the system thanks to several engines used by the program. Besides, the application is also capable of fixing various Windows-related issues that are not caused by malware infections, for example, Blue Screen errors, freezes, registry errors, damaged DLLs, etc.
By employing , you would not have to worry about future computer issues, as most of them could be fixed quickly by performing a full system scan at any time. Most importantly, you could avoid the tedious process of Windows reinstallation in case things go very wrong due to one reason or another.
- Download the application by clicking on the link above.
- Click on the ReimageRepair.exe.
- If User Account Control (UAC) shows up, select Yes.
- Press Install and wait till the program finishes the installation process.
- The analysis of your machine will begin immediately.
- Once complete, check the results - they will be listed in the Summary.
- You can now click on each of the issues and fix them manually.
From our report of May 2022 · not reviewed since
Follow safety measures to prevent future infections
If you successfully removed the VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D intruder, it is important to know how you can prevent virus infections in the future.
As we mentioned before, it is best to use official web stores and developer websites if you want to download software because fraudsters use clever tactics to disguise their malicious programs on third-party sites.
Another important thing to remember is that email attachments can also lead to malware infections. Before ever opening an attachment, investigate the sender and the text presented. Look for any grammar or spelling mistakes. Avoid emails that claim you have won a prize because most of the time they are fake.
Also, be cautious while browsing the web. Do not visit websites you do not know and do not click on random links and ads. Malicious links can be used to deliver drive-by downloads. It is almost impossible to spot them for the average user so just keep away from pages that engage in illegal activities because they are unregulated and may lead to other dangerous websites.
After removal: passwords, accounts and prevention
Secure your accounts after the clean-up
Assume that whatever was saved in the browsers on this PC while the PC showed an unfamiliar process called ReimageRepair.exe in Task Manager has been copied:
- passwords
- cookies
- autofill data
Work from a clean device, or from this PC once the offline scan finds nothing.
Start with your main e-mail account, because it can reset everything else, then banking and payment, then social and gaming accounts. Change each password, sign out of all sessions and turn on two-step verification: Turn on two-step verification / secure a hacked account.
The full order, including crypto wallets and card replacement, is in securing your accounts after malware.
Do not let government spy on you
The government has many issues in regards to tracking users' data and spying on citizens, so you should take this into consideration and learn more about shady information gathering practices.
Avoid any unwanted government tracking or spying by going totally anonymous on the internet.
You can choose a different location when you go online and access any material you want without particular content restrictions. You can easily enjoy internet connection without any risks of being hacked by using VPN.
Control the information that can be accessed by government any other unwanted party and surf online without being spied on. Even if you are not involved in illegal activities or trust your selection of services, platforms, be suspicious for your own security and take precautionary measures by using the VPN service.
Backup files for the later use, in case of the malware attack
Computer users can suffer from data losses due to cyber infections or their own faulty doings.
Ransomware can encrypt and hold files hostage, while unforeseen power cuts might cause a loss of important documents. If you have proper up-to-date backups, you can easily recover after such an incident and get back to work. It is also equally important to update backups on a regular basis so that the newest information remains intact - you can set this process to be performed automatically.
When you have the previous version of every important document or project you can avoid frustration and breakdowns. It comes in handy when malware strikes out of nowhere. Use for the data restoration process.
Questions about VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D
Is ReimageRepair.exe safe?
It depends on where the file is and who signed it, not on the name. Open Task Manager, go to the Details tab, right-click ReimageRepair.exe and choose Open file location. A file inside Program Files or System32 with a valid digital signature from a known company is usually part of a legitimate program.
A file in AppData, Temp or ProgramData with no signature, especially one that restarts itself after you end it, is suspicious. If you cannot tie the process to anything you installed, uninstall recent unfamiliar programs and run a Microsoft Defender Offline scan.
Can I end ReimageRepair.exe in Task Manager?
Ending an unknown process is safe in the sense that Windows will warn you before you close anything critical, and a restart brings back whatever Windows needs. Ending ReimageRepair.exe will not remove it, though: if a task or startup entry launches it, it returns at the next sign-in.
Use ending the process as a test. If something important stops working, it belonged to a program you use. If nothing changes and it comes back by itself, find and disable its starter, delete the file and scan the PC.
Is ReimageRepair.exe a virus?
If it sits outside the Windows and Program Files folders and your antivirus links it to VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D, yes. ReimageRepair.exe is the file name used by this trojan. Some trojans borrow the names of real Windows components, so the name alone does not decide it:
- right-click the process in Task Manager
- choose Open file location
- look at the folder and the publisher under Properties > Details
A file in a user folder with no publisher is the trojan. Do not delete it by hand while it runs; use the offline scan in the plan above.
Should I report VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D?
Report it if you lost money, if accounts were taken over, if you are a business, or if the trojan came through a scam call. A police or national cybercrime report gives you a reference number for your bank and insurer and helps link cases.
You do not need to report a trojan that antivirus blocked before it ran. Before reporting, write down the dates, the detection name, file names and any messages or transactions linked to the attack; screenshots of antivirus alerts are useful evidence. The country list is in the report section above.
Should I check my other computers too?
Yes, it takes little time and removes doubt. VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D itself usually stays on one PC, but the download that carried it may have been copied to other computers, shared drives may hold the same installer, and an attacker who had access could have tried saved passwords on other devices.
Run a full scan on every Windows PC in the home or office, check shared folders for the original download, and change Wi-Fi and router passwords if they were stored on the infected machine.
How do I know if my PC has VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D?
Often you do not, which is the point of a trojan. Possible signs are an antivirus alert naming VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D or a generic trojan detection, unknown programs or scheduled tasks, processes with random names in Task Manager, browser extensions you did not add, security settings turned off, slower performance, or account alerts about logins from unknown places.
The reliable check is a full scan followed by Microsoft Defender's offline scan. If you recently ran a crack, a fake installer or a command a website told you to paste, scan even without symptoms.
Is it safe to do online banking after seeing an unfamiliar process called ReimageRepair.exe in Task Manager?
Not on that PC until it is clean. A program that produces an unfamiliar process called ReimageRepair.exe in Task Manager runs with your rights and could read what you type or what the browser shows. Use a phone or another computer for banking and for changing passwords.
When the offline scan of the affected PC is clean and nothing suspicious starts with Windows any more, you can go back to using it. Check your bank statements for the past weeks either way, and call the bank if anything looks unfamiliar; banks can block cards and reset access quickly.
Do I need to reinstall Windows to get rid of VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D?
Usually not. A thorough clean-up is enough when the offline scan finds nothing afterwards and you do not see an unfamiliar process called ReimageRepair.exe in Task Manager again. A reset is the safer choice if an attacker had remote control, if security tools were switched off, or if detections come back after every clean-up.
Windows 11 can reset itself without a USB stick under Settings > System > Recovery > Reset this PC. Copy documents and photos out first and scan the copies. A reset does not change passwords or undo stolen data, so the account steps still apply.
I found AnyDesk or ScreenConnect that I did not install. Is that VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D?
Not necessarily VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D, but it is a warning sign. These are legitimate remote support tools, and criminals use them as ready-made backdoors, especially after tech support scams or fake invoice calls.
If you did not install it and no one you trust set it up, uninstall it, change passwords from a clean device and check your bank account. If someone connected to your PC through it, follow the steps for remote access trojans and consider a Windows reset. Installed apps sorted by date shows when it appeared.
Will Fortect remove VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D?
Fortect scans Windows for malware and unwanted programs and repairs the system files and settings they change, and its free scan shows what it finds on your PC before you decide anything.
For VirTool:Win32/ExcludeProc.D, follow the plan above as well: the browser steps take back permissions and settings that no scanner treats as a threat, and uninstalling the program that brought it removes the source.
Run Microsoft Defender's full scan and, if anything was found, its offline scan as a second opinion. If the symptoms are gone after the plan and both scans are clean, there is nothing more to do.
Sources
- Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: Central processing unit (read October 6, 2026)
- Smallbusiness: What Are the Dangers of Torrents? (read October 6, 2026)
- Exabeam: Top 8 Social Engineering Techniques and How to Prevent Them [2022] (read October 6, 2026)
- FTC: How to recognize, remove and avoid malware (read October 6, 2026)
- Microsoft Learn: Microsoft Defender Offline (read October 6, 2026)