Estimated safety rating

msascuil.exe is a application which is probably NOT a virus or malware. So, if msascuil.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is clean, it is still recommended to use a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself yourself against threats.

Executable file path

Usually, this application is stored in C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MSASCuiL.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this executable is e0d48e319dcfd31115d9f978d2be97ba.

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

msascuil.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 PC processor.

File description

The description written in the program is Windows Defender notification icon.

File version

File version 4.12.16299.15 (WinBuild.160101.0800).

Manufacturer

Producer Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Legal copyright © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Has valid windows

This executable does NOT have visible windows. This is usually a bad thing.

Potentially dangerous functions

Some dangerous features of the Operating System appear to be used, such as functions for intercepting the keyboard. We advise you to be very careful regarding this program.

Digitally signed

msascuil.exe is digitally signed. Nowadays the large majority of serious software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature extracted from msascuil.exe checks out perfectly. This is most likely a clean, ok program.

Certifier name

Digital certificate name: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Production PCA 2011

Can be uninstalled

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