Estimated safety rating

smss.exe is a application which is most likely NOT a virus or malware. So, if smss.exe is on your system, it is most likely 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 PC against potential security problems.

Executable file path

Usually, this application is located in C:\WINDOWS\System32\smss.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this program is f3dc4781c85bf8cb5716d5086511802b.

Is running as a service

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

Belongs to the operating system

smss.exe appears 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 application can put to good use the full power of a modern computer cpu.

Digitally signed

smss.exe has a digital signature. Today most serious programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature extracted from smss.exe verifies as ok. This is excellent.

Certifier name

Digitally signed by: Microsoft Windows Publisher

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.