Estimated safety rating

mqsvc.exe is a program which is probably NOT a virus. So, if mqsvc.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is virus-free, it is still recommended to use a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your PC against potential security problems.

Executable file path

The default filename and path where this program is stored is
C:\Windows\System32\mqsvc.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this executable is 30130e99810283026c5fa2f57a4bb488.

Is running as a service

This program is set up as a Windows service. This means it runs on your system in background, usually without displaying any user interface to you. Most Windows services are legit programs, which perform useful features to other applications or to the Windows Operating System.

Accepts incoming connections

mqsvc.exe appears to act as a internet server. This means other programs can connect to it. This is sometimes ok, but in some situations it can create a security breach. We advise looking at this carefully.

Accesses the internet

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

Belongs to the operating system

mqsvc.exe seems 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 exe can exploit the full power of a modern PC cpu.

Digitally signed

mqsvc.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays the large majority of clean programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature extracted from mqsvc.exe is valid. This is most likely a clean, ok program.

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 a removal routine stored in registry.