Estimated safety rating

searchui.exe is a application which is probably NOT a virus. So, if searchui.exe is on your computer, it is probably ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your PC is virus-free, we still advise you to use a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your system against potential security problems.

Executable file path

Usually, the default filename and directory where this application is stored is
C:\Windows\SystemApps\Microsoft.Windows.Cortana_cw5n1h2txyewy\SearchUI.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this executable is 911bb5ff07569510fd08e4be27fd5394.

Is running as a service

This application does NOT run as a Windows service. This is usually a good sign.

Accesses the internet

This executable uses the net to communicate. In this day and age this is quite normal. For example, most of the apps on your computer check for new updates. In order to do this, Internet communications are necessary.

Belongs to the operating system

searchui.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 program can put to good use the full power of a modern PC processor.

File description

The description present in the exe is Search and Cortana application.

File version

File version 10.0.10586.494 (th2_release_sec.160630-1736).

Manufacturer

Author Microsoft Corporation.

Copyright

Legal copyright notice © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved..

Digitally signed

searchui.exe has a digital signature. Today most legit software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in searchui.exe is valid. This is most likely a clean, ok program.

Certifier name

Digitally signed by: Microsoft Windows

Issuer name

Certificate's issuer name: Microsoft Windows Production PCA 2011

Can be uninstalled

This application does NOT have an uninstall command set up in registry.