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HackTool:Win32/Patch.A
HackTool:Win32/Patch.A is a generic detection for a series of hacking tools intended to "patch" programs that may be evaluation copies, or unregistered versions with limited features.
Alert level:
high
HackTool:Win32/Patch
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
This threat is used to patch or crack some software so it will run without a valid license or genuine product key.
We recommend you don't run this hacktool as it can be associated with malware or unwanted software.
In the past, we have seen malware on many PCs where hacktools are detected. You can read more in Volume 13 of the Security Intelligence Report.
Alert level:
high