Estimated safety rating

conhost.exe is a application which is probably NOT a virus. So, if conhost.exe is on your computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT be a cause for concern. Even if your PC is virus-free, it is still recommended to use a good antivirus with a good detection rate, in order to yourself your PC against viruses and malware.

Executable file path

Usually, the default filename and folder where the application is stored is
C:\Windows\system32\conhost.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this program is 46392e6bddcb04cbd4d48be01d3ca715.

Is running as a service

This program does NOT operate as a Windows service. This is usually a good sign.

Belongs to the operating system

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

Is a 64 bit executable file

This is a 64-bit executable. It runs using the full capacity of modern CPUs.

Has valid windows

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

Potentially dangerous functions

Some dangerous features of the Operating System appear to be used, such as functions for tapping the keyboard. We recommend you to read more about this program.

Digitally signed

conhost.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays the large majority of legit software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in conhost.exe verifies as ok. This is very good.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Verification PCA

Can be uninstalled

This program does NOT have an uninstall routine stored in registry.