Estimated safety rating

msiexec.exe is a application which is probably legit. So, if msiexec.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, 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 defend your system against potential security problems.

Executable file path

Usually, the default filename and path where this program is stored is
C:\Windows\System32\msiexec.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this file is 99f138f133e4328af5321f79462e2122.

Is running as a service

This program is a Windows service. This means it runs on your PC in background, usually without showing any user interface to you. Most Windows services are ok programs, which provide useful functions to other programs or to the Windows Operating System.

Belongs to the operating system

msiexec.exe appears to use the functions of 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 computer processor.

File description

The description extracted from the program is Windows® installer.

File version

File version 5.0.16299.15 (WinBuild.160101.0800).

Manufacturer

Author Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

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

Potentially dangerous functions

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

Digitally signed

msiexec.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays the large majority of virus-free software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature attached to 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 an uninstall routine set up in registry.