| Process
File: |
userinit.exe |
| Process
Name: |
Userinit Logon Application |
| Description: |
Userinit.exe is a key process in the Windows operating system. On boot-up it manages the different start up sequences needed, such as establishing network connection and starting up the Windows shell. This program is important for the stable and secure running of your computer and should not be terminated.
Note: userinit.exe is also a process which is registered as the Satiloler Trojan. This Trojan allows attackers to access your computer, stealing passwords, Internet banking and personal data. It is a registered security risk and should be removed immediately.
Determining whether this process is a virus or a Windows process depends on the directory location it executes or runs from in WinTasks. |
| Recommendation: |
Should not be disabled, required for essential applications to work properly. |
| Author: |
Microsoft Corp. |
| Part
of: |
Microsoft Windows Operating System |
| Security
Risk (0-5): |
0 ( Secure
Now ) |
| Spyware: |
No ( Free
Scan ) |
| Adware |
No ( Free
Scan ) |
| Virus: |
No ( Virus
Scan ) |
| Trojan: |
No ( Trojan
Scan ) |
| Memory
Usage : |
N/A ( Free
Up Memory ) |
| System
Process: |
Yes |
| Application: |
No |
| Background
Process: |
Yes |
| Uses
Network: |
No |
| Uses
Internet: |
No |
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