MsMpEng.exe
Important: If your PC is producing MsMpEng.exe errors, you should check your Windows operating system immediately!
The file MsMpEng.exe is part of the program unknown from the manufacturer unknown. Its task: MsMpEng.exe monitors the system in the background to identify any attempts to install potentially undesired programs (such as spyware) and displays a warning when suspicious activity is detected.
MsMpEng.exe is normally found in the directory %programfiles%\Windows Defender. If the file is located in another folder, you may have selected this path when installing the software. Under certain circumstances, this can also be an indication of a virus.
How to fix MsMpEng.exe errors
If Windows notifies you of MsMpEng.exe errors, the cause may be the result of damaged or corrupted registry entries.
In most cases, it helps to check the Windows registry for MsMpEng.exe errors!
If this does not fix MsMpEng.exe errors, we recommend uninstalling the program using the Control Panel and then running a scan of the Windows registry again.
MsMpEng.exe slows down my PC!
Programs and files can have a strong impact on the performance of a Windows operating system. In some cases, this also includes MsMpEng.exe.
In case of doubt, you should uninstall the program in question.
If MsMpEng.exe is in the Windows startup folder, it can slow down a PC. We recommend that you turn off the automatic startup of this program.
Our advise: AVG TuneUp disables unnecessary startup programs and Windows applications thereby minimizing the load on your computer. The software also fixes MsMpEng.exe errors!
Is MsMpEng.exe harmful to my computer?
MsMpEng.exe is considered to be trustworthy. If the file is not located in the standard path, this may indicate the presence of a virus. Scan your PC with an up-to-date virus scanner. We recommend using the free antivirus software AVG Anti-Virus Free.
All information about MsMpEng.exe:
The following information about MsMpEng.exe is available.
Product name: unknown
Process name: Windows Defender
manufacturer: unknown
Website manufacturer: unknown
Standard path: %programfiles%\Windows Defender
Category: Part of unknown.
Assessment: trustworthy