Estimated safety rating

iexplore.exe is a program which is probably NOT a virus or malware. So, if iexplore.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 purchase a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your PC against threats.

Executable file path

This application is normally stored in C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this program is 49988e109823c2580e26e484d8fea550.

Is running as a service

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

Accesses the internet

This application uses the Internet to communicate. In this day and age this is expected from a program. For example, most of the apps on your PC check for updates. In order to do this, Internet communications are necessary.

Belongs to the operating system

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

Is a 32 bit executable file

This application runs in 32-bit mode. It can not benefit of the entire power of nowadays' computer chips. This is quite normal because the makers did not bother to upgrade it to 64-bit code.

File description

The description written in the file is Internet Explorer.

File version

File version 11.00.9600.18838 (winblue_ltsb.171013-1838).

Manufacturer

Producer Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Legal copyright © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Has valid windows

iexplore.exe appears to have a visible user interface. This is good because it doesn't run in some kind of invisible mode. Its activity is clearly displayed to you.

Digitally signed

iexplore.exe is digitally signed. Nowadays most legit programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in iexplore.exe is valid. This is very good.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Corporation

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Code Signing PCA

Can be uninstalled

This application does NOT have a removal routine stored in registry.