Estimated safety rating

msiexec.exe is a application which is most likely legit. So, if msiexec.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is most likely ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is clean, we still advise you to run a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to defend yourself against threats.

Executable file path

This application is usually found in C:\Windows\System32\msiexec.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this program is 4708f4fb63d8f73c090cc4893b261692.

Is running as a service

This application is NOT a Windows service. This is good.

Belongs to the operating system

msiexec.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 use the full power of a current computer processor.

File description

The description written in the exe is Windows® installer.

File version

File version stored as a property 5.0.10586.0 (th2_release.151029-1700).

Manufacturer

Publisher Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Intellectual property rights notice © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Potentially dangerous functions

Some dangerous features of Windows appear to be used, such as functions for intercepting the keyboard. We advise you to read more about this program.

Digitally signed

msiexec.exe has a digital signature. Today the large majority of clean software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

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

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 a removal routine stored in registry.