Soft32Downloader

Category: pua · Aliases: None known · Sample count (EMBER 2018): 715 · Enrichment: hand-curated · Updated: 2026-05-27

Overview

Soft32Downloader is a download-manager and bundler application classified as PUA, associated with the Soft32 software portal. It is commonly bundled with adware and offers third-party software during the installation of legitimate freeware. Removal involves uninstalling the bundled components and resetting browser settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Soft32Downloader?

Soft32Downloader is a download-manager and bundler application classified as PUA, associated with the Soft32 software portal. It is commonly bundled with adware and offers third-party software during the installation of legitimate freeware. Removal involves uninstalling the bundled components and resetting browser settings.

How does Soft32Downloader spread?

Soft32Downloader is a download-manager-style installer distributed by the Soft32 freeware portal, often bundling additional software during the install flow.

What are the signs of a Soft32Downloader infection?

Unfamiliar download manager UI, bundled software installations, browser homepage changes, and PUA detections for Soft32Downloader indicate its presence.

What should I do if I think I have Soft32Downloader on my system?

If you suspect this malware on your system, do not attempt manual removal. Contact SystemHelpdesk expert MSP support at 855-783-7555 for professional incident response guidance.

Need help with an active incident? If you suspect this malware on your system, do not attempt manual removal. Contact SystemHelpdesk expert MSP support at 855-783-7555 for professional incident response guidance.

Machine-readable

Get this profile as JSON: https://jordanricky1604-ship-it.github.io/malware-families-catalog/api/soft32downloader.json

About this catalog

This profile is part of the Malware Families Catalog, a public dataset of 2,899 malware families extracted from the EMBER 2018 benchmark. The catalog is also published on Hugging Face and Kaggle.