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: msascui.exe
File type:
Exe program – Files with an extension of “exe” are executable programs.
Purpose of this file:
MSASCui.exe is a program file which may have arrived on your pc when you bought it, or if you installed Microsoft Vista operating system or the Windows defender security program. It may also appear in your computer startup. The actual disk location is also shown below (where the file should be located on your disk), so always verify the location to make sure your file is not spyware or adware related. Msascui.exe belongs to Microsoft, and it is part of the “Windows Defender” software and is part of their security software package. This msascui.exe file is not considered adware or malware and it is considered safe. Visit msascui.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 msascui.exe location, where is it stored on my computer?
This file will be found on your hard disk at C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MSASCui.exe
Is msascui.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 msascui.exe considered a virus or trojan?
No, this Windows task is not a virus or trojan program.
Would you recommend that I remove msascui.exe?
No, we would not remove this file.