Files with aru file extension can be mostly found as some sort of fake autorun files from a malware/virus that infects Windows operating systems.
Software that open aru file
ARU file extension - Autorun.aru malicious data
What is aru file? How to open aru files?
File type specification:
The aru file extension is mainly associated with the malicious software called Autorun.aru that tries to infect computer through Autorun function integrated in Microsoft Windows operating system.
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Updated: August 12, 2022
The default software associated to open aru file:
Company or developer:
AVAST Software a.s.
Avast antivirus is one of the most used antivirus programs with over 220 mil. users. The Essential version is available for free and can be upgraded to All-inclusive or Top-notch editions.
The program is available mainly for Windows, but there is also version for Mac, Linux and main mobile OS platforms for Android phones and Apple iPhones/iPads.
List of recommended software applications associated to the .aru file extension
Recommended software programs are sorted by OS platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android etc.)
and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open aru file, edit aru file, convert aru file, view aru file, play aru file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
Unspecified and all other actions for computer programs working with aru file - Autorun.aru malicious data
Click on the software link for more information about Avast Antivirus. Avast Antivirus uses aru file type for its internal purposes and/or also by different way than common edit or open file actions (eg. to install/execute/support an application itself, to store application or user data, configure program etc.).
Microsoft Windows:
Main software associated with aru file by default:
Avast Antivirus
Other suggested software:
AVG Antivirus
BitDefender
Norton Antivirus
Kaspersky Anti-Virus
Panda Antivirus Pro
Norton Internet Security
Avira AntiVir Personal
Avira AntiVir Premium
Avira Premium Security Suite
