Estimated safety rating

conhost.exe is a application which is most likely NOT a virus. So, if conhost.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is most likely ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your PC is virus-free, it is still recommended to run a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your PC against potential security problems.

Executable file path

Usually, the default name and directory where this program is stored is
C:\Windows\system32\conhost.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this executable is 1bcdb508143b517f21bbdac10f5777bf.

Is running as a service

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

Belongs to the operating system

conhost.exe seems to have something to do with 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 nowadays' CPUs.

Has valid windows

This program does NOT have visible elements of user interface. This is most likely a bad thing.

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. Today the large majority of legit software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature attached to conhost.exe checks out perfectly. This is excellent.

Certifier name

Digitally signed by: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Verification PCA

Can be uninstalled

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