Estimated safety rating

explorer.exe is a program which is probably legit. So, if explorer.exe is on your computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is virus-free, it is still recommended 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 name and folder where this application is stored is
C:\WINDOWS\explorer.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this executable is 7522f548a84abad8fa516de5ab3931ef.

Is running as a service

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

Belongs to the operating system

explorer.exe appears to have something to do with Windows SFC (System File Checker) or Windows File Protection.

Is a 32 bit executable file

This application runs in 32-bit mode. It does not exploit the entire set of features of current computer CPUs. This ordinarily happens because the makers did not upgrade it to 64-bit code.

File description

The description present in the program is Explorador de Windows.

File version

File version extracted from the file 6.00.2900.5512 (xpsp.080413-2105).

Manufacturer

Author Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Intellectual property rights notice © Microsoft Corporation. Reservados todos los derechos..

Has valid windows

explorer.exe appears to have a visible user interface. This means it doesn't operate in some kind of stealth mode. Its activity is clearly displayed to the user.

Potentially dangerous functions

Some unusual features of Windows appear to be used, such as functions for tapping the keyboard. We advise you to perform more in-depth research about this program.

Digitally signed

explorer.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays most clean software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

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

Certifier name

Digitally signed by: Microsoft Windows Component Publisher

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Verification Intermediate PCA

Can be uninstalled

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