Estimated safety rating

msiexec.exe is a program which is most likely NOT a virus. So, if msiexec.exe is on your PC, it is most likely ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your PC is clean, we still advise you to purchase a good antivirus with a good detection rate, in order to yourself your system against threats.

Executable file path

This application is normally stored on disk in C:\Windows\System32\msiexec.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this program is a190da6546501cb4146bbcc0b6a3f48b.

Is running as a service

This program is registered as a Windows service. This means it runs on your system in background, usually without displaying anything 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 seems 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 PC processor.

File description

The description written in the exe is Windows® installer.

File version

File version stored as a property 5.0.7601.17514 (win7sp1_rtm.101119-1850).

Manufacturer

Maker Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Copyright notice © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Potentially dangerous functions

Some unusual functions of Windows appear to be used, such as functions for intercepting the keyboard. We advise you to be very careful regarding this program.

Digitally signed

msiexec.exe is digitally signed. Nowadays the large majority of virus-free programs 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 Verification PCA

Can be uninstalled

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