windows.exe - windows process information

Process name: Trojan.W32.Zotob

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What is windows.exe?


windows.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.


Other instances of WINDOWS.EXE:

1) windows.exe could also be added to the system as a result of W32.Feldor.A WORM. It attempts to spread itself through file-sharing networks and e-mail applications. This process is a security risk and should be removed from your system. If found on your system make sure that you have downloaded the latest update for your antivirus application.

warning note
Warning: Multiple instances of WINDOWS may be running on your pc at one time. Some of these may or may not be the legitimate versions.
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Recommendation

DISABLE AND REMOVE windows.exe IMMEDIATELY. This process is most likely a virus or trojan. It is highly recommended that you run a FREE performance scan to automatically optimize memory, CPU and Internet settings.


Your PC's drivers may be out of date. This may cause hardware failures, conflicts and complete system crashes. We recommend you run a FREE driver scan to easily identify and list outdated drivers on your system.





Removal and security


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Security risk 0-5:

4


Spyware:

No (Free spyware scan)


Virus:

No (Remove windows.exe)


Trojan:

Yes (Remove windows.exe)




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General information


Author:

Unknown


Part of:


Memory usage:

N/A (Free up memory)


Common windows.exe errors:

N/A (Repair)

System process:

No


Uses network:

Yes


Background:

Yes


Hardware related:

No





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