Remove Firefox-patch.js – Fake Urgent Update

Can’t Remove Firefox-patch.js? This page includes detailed Firefox-patch.js Removal instructions!

Are you having trouble using Mozilla Firefox? Do you now stumble across stubborn pop-ups on a daily basis? Do these pop-ups claim you need to update Firefox urgently? Well, it’s safe to say your PC is no longer infection-free. You’re stuck with Firefox-patch.js – a potentially unwanted program (PUP). However, you’ll soon see for yourself how unwanted this thing is. We have never come across a harmless PUP and Firefox-patch.js isn’t the great exception. This virus starts messing with your default browsing settings immediately after installation. For starters, it adds a malicious browser extension to Mozilla Firefox. This is how your browser gets injected with the nasty Firefox-patch.js pop-ups. One very important thing we simply cannot stress enough – these messages are fake. At the end of the day, they are caused by a dangerous, unpredictable cyber infection. It goes without saying you shouldn’t believe them. According to the pop-ups, you must download an update ASAP. You’re also provided a web link. If you click it, though, you most certainly won’t download a harmless browser update. You will download some highly questionable program that may or may not be safe. Firefox-patch.js was created by hackers to help them spread malware. That means its numerous messages are dangerous by default. Remember, these aren’t legitimate updates. Firefox  never updates by showing an endless, obnoxious pile of pop-ups. The reason you’re now bombarded with them is about as simple as it’s aggravating. Crooks are trying to scam you. Do not let them involve you in a pesky fraud because this cannot end well for you. Crooks were never famous for being honorable people so don’t believe their nasty pop-ups. As mentioned already, the Firefox-patch.js messages are one big lie. Restrain yourself from clicking the web link provided. Also, keep in mind these pop-ups are bogus. Firefox does not need any update right now. As if this trickery wasn’t enough, the parasite also poses a threat to your privacy. It might collect browsing-related data and cause serious harm. In order to prevent that, you have to take action immediately.

How did I get infected with Firefox-patch.js?

Infections are extremely secretive and sneaky. They get spread online using some quite unfair techniques. For example, parasites get attached to freeware/shareware bundles. Did you know this is one of the most commonly used infiltration techniques? All kinds of viruses imaginable apply it. To protect your computer, you have to be cautious. Stay away from illegitimate bundles and unverified websites. Keep in mind that infection-free and free of charge are two very different categories. Always check out all programs you’re about to install one by one. Such a thorough check may seem like a waste of time. However, it will save you quite a lot of time later on. It’s much easier to prevent installation than to uninstall a virus. Hence, take your time online. Keep an eye out for potential threats and don’t underestimate any program. Hackers are masters in the art of deceit. Furthermore, the Web is full of malware. Take care of your computer system before it’s too late. Last but not least, avoid spam messages and spam email-attachments. More often than not, those are corrupted.

Why is Firefox-patch.js dangerous?

The fake Firefox-patch.js updates are a complete and utter pest. They work behind your back and mislead you. As a result, you end up exposed to all types of infections. Firefox-patch.js serves as a back door to malware. It constantly disrupts your browsing activities and floods the PC screen with pop-ups. Don’t even for a minute believe these messages. Firefox-patch.js is on board to serve hackers’ malicious purposes. Then why tolerate its undesirable presence? The sooner you manage to uninstall this nuisance, the better. Remember, Firefox-patch.js is a dangerous script file. It also spies on your personal information. That includes passwords, usernames, IP addresses, email addresses. Your browsing history gets continually monitored as well. The problem is, Firefox-patch.js may go one step further. This pest may spy on some personally identifiable data as well. That means your bank account information, for example, might fall victim to the virus too. Before you know it,  Firefox-patch.js could result in financial scams or even identity theft. To delete it manually, please follow our detailed removal guide. You’ll find it down below.

How Can I Remove Firefox-patch.js?

If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the Firefox-patch.js infection. Please, follow the procedures in the exact order. Please, consider to print this guide or have another computer at your disposal. You will NOT need any USB sticks or CDs.

• Open your task Manager by pressing CTRL+SHIFT+ESC keys simultaneously
• Locate the process of fileopenerpro.exe and kill it

• Open your windows registry editor by typing”regedit” in the windows search box

Navigate to (Depending on your OS version)

[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run]

and delete the display Name: FileOpenerPro

Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command

Type “Appwiz.cpl”

Locate the Firefox-patch.js program and click on uninstall/change. To facilitate the search you can sort the programs by date. Review the most recent installed programs first. In general you should remove all unknown programs.

Navigate to C:/Program Files and delete FileOpenerPro folder. Double check with any antimalware program for any leftovers. Keep your software up-to date!