Estimated safety rating

dllhost.exe is a program which is probably legit. So, if dllhost.exe is on your system, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is virus-free, we still advise you to run a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your system against potential security problems.

Executable file path

Usually, the default filename and folder where the application is stored is
C:\Windows\System32\dllhost.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this file is 5d94fa288f4bb230fe77bc67de506257.

Is running as a service

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

Belongs to the operating system

dllhost.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' computer processors.

File description

The description present in the exe is COM Surrogate.

File version

File version 10.0.16299.15 (WinBuild.160101.0800).

Manufacturer

Maker Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Copyright notice © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Has valid windows

dllhost.exe appears to have a visible user interface. This is good because it doesn't work in a kind of stealth mode. Its operation is clearly displayed to you.

Digitally signed

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

Valid digital signature

The digital signature extracted from dllhost.exe verifies as ok. This is excellent.

Certifier name

Digitally signed by: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Production PCA 2011

Can be uninstalled

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