Estimated safety rating

winlogon.exe is a program which is most likely NOT a virus. So, if winlogon.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 virus-free, we still advise you to use a well-known antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your system against potential security problems.

Executable file path

Usually, this application is stored in C:\WINDOWS\system32\winlogon.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 checksum for this program is de6df9bbbecafdef462a37d839167368.

Is running as a service

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

Belongs to the operating system

winlogon.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 x64 executable. It runs using the full capacity of nowadays' CPUs.

Digitally signed

winlogon.exe has a digital signature. Nowadays most clean programs are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature attached to winlogon.exe checks out perfectly. 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 routine stored in registry.