Avast Software Avast Internet Security EXE ashUpd.exe

How to Download AshUpd.exe and Fix EXE Error Messages

Last Updated: 11/29/2024
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ashUpd.exe uses the EXE file extension, which is more specifically known as a Avast Antivirus updater file. It is classified as a Win64 EXE (Executable application) file, created for Avast Antivirus by Avast Software.

The initial introduction of ashUpd.exe released in AVG Antivirus 19.8.3108 was for Windows 10 on 09/20/2019. The latest file update released for Avast Internet Security 19.6.2383 was on 06/28/2019 [file version 19.8.4793.0].

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting EXE file problems with ashUpd.exe, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ashUpd.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Avast Antivirus updater
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	AVAST Software
Software Program:	Avast Antivirus
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (c) 2019 AVAST Software

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x29490
Code Size:	213504

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File Info	Description
File Size:	363 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:10:30 20:07:50+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:09:18 09:32:27+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	14.16
Code Size:	213504
Initialized Data Size:	152576
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x29490
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	19.8.4793.0
Product Version Number:	19.8.4793.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:	AVAST Software
File Description:	Avast Antivirus updater
File Version:	19.8.4793.0
Internal Name:	aswUpd.exe
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (c) 2019 AVAST Software
Product Name:	Avast Antivirus
Product Version:	19.8.4793.0

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What are ashUpd.exe Error Messages?

ashUpd.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Avast Internet Security errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when ashUpd.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Avast Internet Security is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Avast Internet Security.

In most cases, ashUpd.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these ashUpd.exe error messages mean that Avast Internet Security was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Avast Internet Security will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common ashUpd.exe errors include:

ashUpd.exe - Bad Image.
ashUpd.exe Application Error.
ashUpd.exe could not be found.
ashUpd.exe could not be installed.
ashUpd.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
ashUpd.exe could not be started.
ashUpd.exe failed to initialize properly.
ashUpd.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
ashUpd.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
ashUpd.exe is not running.
Cannot find ashUpd.exe.
Error starting program: ashUpd.exe.
Faulting Application Path: ashUpd.exe.
The file ashUpd.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - ashUpd.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because ashUpd.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the ashUpd.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting ashUpd.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Avast Antivirus. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of AVAST Software, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of ashUpd.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix ashUpd.exe Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your ashUpd.exe issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the ashUpd.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Avast Internet Security (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Avast Internet Security software.

You can uninstall Avast Internet Security software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Avast Internet Security 19.6.2383 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Avast Internet Security software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Avast Internet Security 19.6.2383

Avast Software

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many ashUpd.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the ashUpd.exe error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your ashUpd.exe File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate ashUpd.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ashUpd.exe files for every applicable version of Avast Internet Security. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download ashUpd.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Avast Internet Security folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\AVAST Software\Avast\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\AVG\Antivirus\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\AVAST Software\Avast\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\AVG\Antivirus\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve ashUpd.exe problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download ashUpd.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ashUpd.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Avast Software typically does not release Avast Internet Security EXE files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing ashUpd.exe and all other EXE files for Avast Internet Security. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Avast Internet Security 19.6.2383

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ashUpd.exe

19.8.4793.0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Avast Antivirus
Software Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Size:	372104
File Date:	10/30/2019
MD5 Checksum:	37cc39df130aa31769548b13a7d03376
SHA1 Checksum:	eded1bef26ccfef42d8f1c960ee164cca1ba7487
SHA256 Checksum:	3cb960a59e47a0685543f62fae44dc28c9802dcbb930893b25648784468e7fe5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\AVAST Software\Avast\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	152576
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/30/2019

AVG Internet Security 19.8.3108

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ashUpd.exe

19.8.4793.0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	AVG Internet Security System
Software Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Size:	420272
File Date:	10/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	968f2046c77af4819d9ef8dbe14b17cd
SHA1 Checksum:	9010f235c42d6d934f66f77e934215d174dc449e
SHA256 Checksum:	2db04b4f8f7ec4a3d1517cfcbd0aefaacb80963c4c398aee5a41f97de141a24a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\AVG\Antivirus\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	200704
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/23/2019

Avast Antivirus 19.8.2393

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ashUpd.exe

19.8.4793.0

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Avast Antivirus
Software Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Size:	372104
File Date:	10/30/2019
MD5 Checksum:	37cc39df130aa31769548b13a7d03376
SHA1 Checksum:	eded1bef26ccfef42d8f1c960ee164cca1ba7487
SHA256 Checksum:	3cb960a59e47a0685543f62fae44dc28c9802dcbb930893b25648784468e7fe5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\AVAST Software\Avast\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	152576
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/30/2019

AVG Antivirus 19.8.3108

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ashUpd.exe

19.8.4793.0

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	AVG Internet Security System
Software Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Version:	19.8.4793.0
File Size:	420272
File Date:	10/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	968f2046c77af4819d9ef8dbe14b17cd
SHA1 Checksum:	9010f235c42d6d934f66f77e934215d174dc449e
SHA256 Checksum:	2db04b4f8f7ec4a3d1517cfcbd0aefaacb80963c4c398aee5a41f97de141a24a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\AVG\Antivirus\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	200704
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/23/2019

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