Windows 10: issue synaptic ponting device

Recently I was getting a process in the taskmgr, called 'Synaptics Pointing Device Driver'.I have no idea what is it, plus i don't think I have anything related to Synaptics.My files are also getting infected with it. If I run an infected file, it will create a file ._cache_FILENAME.EXE FILENAME = The name of the fileThe file description is also being changed to Synaptics Pointing Device Driver and the company is being renamed to Synaptics. If the app required administrator rights, the shield also disappeared and the icon was also being low qualityI tried checking task manager, I saw thisIs

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synaptics Pointing Device Driver

Try Uninstalling your device first, restart and then Install again.

Step 1:

• Open device manager by right clicking This PC and select Manage. On the left pane, click the same.
• Under Mouse and pointing devices, right click the synaptics driver and click Uninstall.

Step 2:

Restart when prompted. Remember, Restart!

Step 3:

Install the synaptics driver again using the setup utility provided by the manufacturer

 

Synaptics driver update for Synaptics SMBus ClickPad - Error 0x800f0248

Hi,

This issue may occur due to the outdated Synaptic Touchpad
drivers. Try the below steps and check if it helps.

I would suggest you to download and install the latest Synaptic Touchpad drivers from the device manufacturer’s website and uninstall the Synaptic touchpad drivers and re-install the same again.

Note: Make sure you download and save the Touch Pad driver and installed it before uninstalling the same.

To uninstall Synaptic touchpad drivers, follow these steps:

• 
  Press Windows key + X and click on
  Device Manager.
  
• 
  Locate Mice and other pointing devices and expand the same.
  
• 
  Right-click the Synaptic driver and select
  Uninstall. (Note: keep the latest installed Synaptic driver)
  
• 
  Restart the computer, if prompted.
  

Let us know if you need further assistance, we will be glad to help you.

 

Synaptics Driver issues

Hi,

To assist you better with your Synaptics concern, kindly answer the questions below:

• When did this issue started?
• Were there any updates installed recently?
• Have you done any troubleshooting steps?

We look forward for your reply.