Process or task name:
Always double check your task spelling if you are concerned about spyware or viruses, as often they use similar spelling for these windows processes and tasks: dismhost.exe
File type:
Exe program – Files with an extension of “exe” are executable programs.
What is it:
DismHost.exe is a software program which was most likely on your computer the day you first acquired it. The hard drive folder location for this DismHost.exe file is also shown below, always verify where it is located on your hard drive. It is common for malware or virus writers to put a similarly named file in other folders hoping to fool you, so it’s always best to double check the folder location to make sure it’s the right program task you are viewing. This DismHost.exe program file is known as a windows defender related program. It provides various logging about windows defender and also will have multiple copies on your computer and in your temporary folders. This will be found on most Windows computers today. This file is considered safe, and is not considered malware, spyware, or virus related software. Visit dismhost.exe for complete information on this task or process. If you would like help on other tasks or processes, you can view the entire process and task directory here.
What is the dismhost.exe location, where is it stored on my computer?
This file will be found at: C:\Windows\System32\Dism\DismHost.exe
Is dismhost.exe spyware?
No, this Windows task is not spyware.
Is this software task considered adware or malware?
No, this windows task is not popup or adware related software.
Is dismhost.exe considered a virus or trojan?
No, this Windows task is not a virus or trojan program.Would you recommend that I remove dismhost.exe?
We do not recommend removing this file.