smss.exe - smss process information

Process name: Session Manager Subsystem


Windows errors related to smss.exe?


smss.exe is a process which is a part of the Microsoft Windows Operating System. It is called the Session Manager Subsystem and is responsible for handling sessions on your system. This program is important for the stable and secure running of your computer and should not be terminated.

Note: smss.exe is a process which is registered as a trojan. This Trojan allows attackers to access your computer from remote locations, stealing passwords, Internet banking and personal data. This process is a security risk and should be removed from your system.

Determining whether smss.exe is a virus or a legitimate Windows process depends on the directory location it executes or runs from.




Recommendation

smss.exe should not be disabled, required for essential applications to work properly. It is highly recommended that you run a FREE performance scan to automatically optimize memory, CPU and Internet settings.


Determining whether smss.exe is a virus or a legitimate Windows process depends on the directory location it executes or runs from. Click here to scan your PC including smss.exe to detect any security threat.





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Security risk 0-5:

0


Spyware:

No (Free spyware scan)


Virus:

No (Remove smss.exe)


Trojan:

No (Remove smss.exe)




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General information


Author:

Microsoft Corp.


Part of:


Memory usage:

N/A (Free up memory)


Common smss.exe errors:

N/A (Repair)

System process:

Yes


Uses network:

No


Background:

Yes


Hardware related:

No





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