Estimated safety rating

msedge.exe is a application which is probably NOT a virus. So, if msedge.exe is on your system, it is probably ok, and will NOT be a cause for concern. Even if your system is clean, it is still recommended to purchase a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your PC against threats.

Executable file path

This application is normally found on disk in C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this executable is 5a00c91d1eb070b3c22f0ff296611849.

Is running as a service

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

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 computer check for updates. For this, Internet communications are required.

Is a 64 bit executable file

64-bit code has been detected. This application can exploit the full power of a modern PC cpu.

File description

The description written in the program is Microsoft Edge.

File version

File version 140.0.3485.94.

Manufacturer

Publisher Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Legal copyright notice Copyright Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Has valid windows

msedge.exe appears to have a visible user interface. This means it doesn't run in some kind of stealth mode. Its operation is clearly shown to the user.

Potentially dangerous functions

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

Digitally signed

msedge.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays the large majority of legit software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in msedge.exe verifies as ok. This is very good.

Certifier name

Digitally signed by: Microsoft Corporation

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Code Signing PCA 2011

Starts with windows

This executable is set up to start when your PC starts. Yes

Can be uninstalled

It has an uninstall string in registry, which is a good sign. si are uninstall.