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It’s not absolutely clear which product this file is part of and who is its author. UpdateTask.exe is usually located in the %PROGRAM_FILES% sub-folder and its usual size is 82,824 bytes.
Disable and delete the UpdateTask.exe process as soon as possible. Most likely it is a virus, a trojan, or some other malware.
We also recommend scanning your computer.
Common path(s): subfolder in %PROGRAM_FILES%Filesize(s): 82,824 bytes
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Add your commentYeah, this toolbar got installed on my domain controller (don't ask me how), then it started locking-out the account that was used to install it EVERY HOUR. Took me a couple weeks to figure out why this account kept getting locked. UGH!!!
This is a malware (WORM) and is produced by the Ask.com Company
Jenny is correct - the ASK toolbar uses updatetask.exe which calls the internet (hence zone alarm prompt)
Ask.com toolbar. Annoying adware.
google and click second entry. quick summary of sorts: to do with the ask.com toolbar =) if you've installed it-fine. uninstalled--not so much. never---uh...