Estimated safety rating

conhost.exe is a application which is probably legit. So, if conhost.exe is on your computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your PC is clean, it is still recommended to use a good antivirus with a good detection rate, in order to yourself yourself against potential security problems.

Executable file path

The default name and folder where the program is stored is
C:\Windows\system32\conhost.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this executable is bf95ea5809e3bbf55370f7cb309febd0.

Is running as a service

This application does NOT operate as a Windows service. This is normally a good sign.

Belongs to the operating system

conhost.exe appears to use the functions of Windows SFC (System File Checker) or Windows File Protection.

Is a 64 bit executable file

64-bit code has been detected. This program can exploit the full power of a current computer cpu.

Has valid windows

This executable does NOT have visible elements of user interface. This is usually a bad sign.

Potentially dangerous functions

Some insecure features of the Operating System have been used, such as functions for tapping the keyboard. We advise you to read more about this program.

Digitally signed

conhost.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays most virus-free programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature attached to conhost.exe checks out perfectly. This is most likely a clean, ok program.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Verification PCA

Can be uninstalled

This application does NOT have a removal routine set up in registry.