Estimated safety rating

winlogon.exe is a application 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 PC is clean, it is still recommended to use a good antivirus with a good track record, in order to yourself your system against potential security problems.

Executable file path

This application is normally stored in C:\Windows\system32\winlogon.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this executable is da3e2a6fa9660cc75b471530ce88453a.

Is running as a service

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

Belongs to the operating system

winlogon.exe appears to use the functions of 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 current PC processor.

Potentially dangerous functions

Some dangerous features of Windows have been used, such as functions for intercepting the keyboard. We advise you to be very careful regarding this program.

Digitally signed

The digital certificate is missing from this program. The publisher did not sign it. This is probably bad.

Can be uninstalled

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