Estimated safety rating

lsass.exe is a application which is probably NOT a virus. So, if lsass.exe is on your PC, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your PC is clean, it is still recommended to purchase a well-known antivirus with a good detection rate, in order to yourself your PC against threats.

Executable file path

The default filename and directory where the program is stored is
C:\Windows\System32\lsass.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this executable is 382100e75b6f4668aeaef228c6ceffad.

Is running as a service

This application is registered as a Windows service. This means it runs on your PC in background, usually without displaying anything to you. Most Windows services are legit programs, which perform useful functions to other programs or to Windows in general.

Belongs to the operating system

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

Is a 64 bit executable file

64-bit code has been detected. This program can put to good use the full power of a modern computer processor.

Digitally signed

lsass.exe is digitally signed. Today most legit programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in lsass.exe checks out perfectly. This is very good.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Windows Publisher

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.