Vs-preclean-vs.exe [repack] Jun 2026
If you confirm the file is a virus or simply want to uninstall Visual Studio components:
While the original file from Microsoft is legitimate, any executable file not in a protected system folder can be a target for malware masking: Verification vs-preclean-vs.exe
It is signed by Microsoft Corporation . To verify: If you confirm the file is a virus
or as part of the setup package cache for versions such as Visual Studio 2015 vs-preclean-vs.exe
, specifically appearing in older distribution media like the MSDN Disc 5095
If the file is causing errors or you no longer use the associated software, you can remove it using these steps: 1. Uninstall Vipre Security