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: rundll32.exe
File type:
Exe program – Files with an extension of “exe” are executable programs.
Purpose of this file:
Rundll32.exe is a program which would have been on your pc since the day you purchased your pc. Always verify the exact disk location as many virus and spyware writers will attempt to fool you by using a similar name or same name in a different location. This file is part of the Microsoft Windows operating system. Rundll32.exe will actually execute functions in DLLs. If you are deleting files on your computer as a spyware removal protection method, then note that this is a required system file. Note that rundll32.exe can also be running many different other DLL or EXE programs, so you may want to check the programs listed after it in your startup list also, as these may be executed by it. Rundll32.exe is considered safe and is not spyware, adware, or virus related and does not need to be removed. Visit rundll32.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 rundll32.exe location, where is it stored on my computer?
This will be found in your windows\system32 folder. You will see it starting up programs like: RUNDLL32.EXE C:\WINNT\System32\NvCpl.dll,NvStartup
Is rundll32.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 rundll32.exe considered a virus or trojan?
No, this Windows task is not a virus or trojan program.
Would you recommend that I remove rundll32.exe?
No, we would not remove this file.