Estimated safety rating

winlogon.exe is a application which is most likely NOT a virus or malware. So, if winlogon.exe is on your laptop or desktop computer, it is most likely ok, and will NOT cause problems. Even if your system is virus-free, we still advise you to use a well-known antivirus with a good detection rate, in order to defend your PC against potential security problems.

Executable file path

Usually, the default name and path where the application is stored is
C:\Windows\System32\winlogon.exe.

MD5 hash of the executable file

The MD5 fingerprint for this file is 1494f9aa83791a4f588122a539702f7f.

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

64-bit code has been detected. This application can exploit the full power of a current PC processor.

Digitally signed

winlogon.exe has a digital signature. Today the large majority of clean software applications are digitally signed.

Valid digital signature

The digital signature found in winlogon.exe verifies as ok. This is excellent.

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 a removal routine set up in registry.