Estimated safety rating

runtimebroker.exe is a program which is most likely NOT a virus or malware. So, if runtimebroker.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is most likely ok, and will NOT be a cause for concern. Even if your system is clean, it is still recommended to use a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your PC against viruses and malware.

Executable file path

Normally, this program is located in C:\Windows\System32\RuntimeBroker.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this program is 46fdf02bda740cfab469022ef1f95474.

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

runtimebroker.exe seems to use the functions of Windows SFC (System File Checker) or Windows File Protection.

Is a 64 bit executable file

This is a 64-bit executable. It runs using the full capacity of nowadays' computer processors.

Has valid windows

This program does NOT have visible elements of user interface. This is usually a bad thing.

Digitally signed

runtimebroker.exe is digitally signed. Today the large majority of virus-free software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature extracted from runtimebroker.exe checks out perfectly. This is very good.

Certifier name

Digitally signed by: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Production PCA 2011

Can be uninstalled

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