Estimated safety rating

runtimebroker.exe is a application which is probably legit. So, if runtimebroker.exe is on your computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT be a cause for concern. Even if your PC is virus-free, it is still recommended to use a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your system against viruses and malware.

Executable file path

Usually, this application is found in C:\Windows\System32\RuntimeBroker.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this executable is bd4401441a21bf1abce6404f4231db4d.

Is running as a service

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

Belongs to the operating system

runtimebroker.exe appears to have something to do with Windows SFC (System File Checker) or Windows File Protection.

Is a 64 bit executable file

This is a 64-bit executable. It uses the full capacity of nowadays' CPUs.

Has valid windows

This program does NOT have visible elements of user interface. This is most likely a bad sign.

Digitally signed

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

Valid digital signature

The digital signature attached to runtimebroker.exe is valid. This is most likely a clean, ok program.

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 command set up in registry.