WRSA.exe is an executable file associated with the software Webroot SecureAnywhere, developed by Webroot. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files\Webroot directory on your computer.
Webroot SecureAnywhere is a cybersecurity software that provides comprehensive internet security solutions for consumers and businesses. It offers real-time protection against malware, phishing, and identity theft. It also includes a firewall and network connection monitor, secure browsing, and password management features.
The WRSA.exe file is a crucial component of the Webroot SecureAnywhere software. It is responsible for running the program and implementing its various security features. Without it, the software will not function correctly.
Under normal circumstances, there is no need to remove WRSA.exe as it is an essential part of a legitimate security software. If you suspect that the file is causing problems or if it's a disguised malware, you may need to remove it. Always ensure to verify the file's location and the publisher's identity to confirm its legitimacy. If you no longer use Webroot SecureAnywhere, or if it's causing system issues, you might also choose to uninstall the entire program.
Since 2005, file.net has researched facts about Windows processes and files, analyzed user experiences, and examined files using its own analysis tools. Around 10,000 users rely on it every day.
Description: WRSA.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. WRSA.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files"—generally C:\Program Files\Webroot\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 5,513,728 bytes (4% of all occurrences), 4,917,608 bytes and 95 more variants.
The process is a service (WRSVC) running invisible in the background: Webroot SecureAnywhere Internet Security Plus v9.0.31.84.
The WRSA.exe file is not a Windows system file. WRSA.exe is digitally signed. The program has no visible window. The application starts upon Windows startup (see Registry key: MACHINE\Run).
The WRSA.exe file is a Verisign signed file. The application listens for or sends data on open ports to a LAN or the Internet.
WRSA.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs, manipulate other programs and monitor applications.
Therefore the technical security rating is 37% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
If problems with Webroot SecureAnywhere occur, you can also uninstall it software via Windows Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs (Windows XP) or Programs and Features (Windows 10/8/7), look for help from the software company Webrootanywhere or update the program.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as WRSA.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the WRSA.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.
Score
User Comments
It is the instalation file for Webroot Antivirus. It is tricky to delete. Regimen
It cannot be deleted from the "C:\Program Files\Webroot\WRSA.exe" CarlosAona
Anti virus
BEST BUY installs this antivirus on its computers and all repaired computers. Apparently, it is easy to hack and make changes to benefit the hacker. Pat
I believe it is a part of Webroot Secure Anywhere, an antivirus by Webroot. Anthony Ward
i know it is a installed app and hard to remove red ryder
WRSA runs for long periods, maybe 45 minutes at or soon after initial startup. That run time interferes and or prevents running other programs. Would you recommend I uninstall and then reinstall my Webroot Secure Anywhere program? Martin B. High
If Webroot anti virus is installed then that's what it is. Nathan
if wrsa is slowing your boot time then turn off the automatic scan at startup. i have mine set to run at night when i'm in bed. this is the best scanner out there! john cajka (further information)
My antivirus software (Avast) identifies this as Trojan. Norm Pence
WRSA.exe is an antivirus program with a checkered past in efficiency. Generally speaking it doesn't do well identifying actual viruses, but is great at blocking phishing attempts. With wrsa, avoid clicking unclear links and your PC should stay quite clean. Tim Smithen
I know its part of my Webroot program. I have used Webroot for over 5 years and I love its ease of use and protection of my machines and data. Keith
I delete it. It took 25% memory and causes my new laptop running like crazy. I just use uninstall from Control panel to get rid of it. Stephen
Antivirus software. Webroot SecureAnywhere in control panel files. May slow pc performance. OS is Best
an antivirus program, often used by business and home users. If you cant uninstall it, contact your Webroot admin. Custom Override (further information)
I got Webroot popup (WRSA.exe) which asked. Do you want the program to change you computer. I accidently hit yes. It wipe out my internet access and inhibited my restore access. Luckily by accident got to restore my computer when I shut off my computer when it was struggling to load Safe Mode. On restart it started a diagnostic check which ended with a restore mode. John T Jertson
Webroot installed but it didn't install with the program when I uninstalled with Windows. It was left behind in the program files x86 Webroot directory. Every time I bootup my PC, it pops up to ask if it can modify my system. If I don't, it installs anyway. Neither Task Manager nor Windows uninstall gets rid of it. Jim Jones
antivirus with its virus definitions in the cloud. ryan
Webroot Sevure Anywhere application. If you have that av installed, no issue. Great antivirus with a very small memory footprint Bill
I'm running Webroot (which is great) and this just started popping up as an application error since I installed Malwarebytes. It must have been read as malware and either got deleted or quarantined. I trust both programs, just not sure how to make them see eye to eye. Jeff
Webroot AV client David Dawson
WRSA antivirus is like the worst virus I've ever had. J McClure
Wrsa.exe Is Part of Webroot SecureAnywhere Antivirus. Sometimes, it may be threat and a lot more. Please checkout this link to know about it. David Miller (further information)
A terrible company that is impossible to deal with and to contact. Rita
Show all user comments
Summary: Average user rating of WRSA.exe:
based on 24 votes with 25 user comments.
10 users think WRSA.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
2 users think it's probably harmless.
5 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
3 users suspect danger.
4 users think WRSA.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
3 users don't grade WRSA.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving WRSA issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with WRSA. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.
Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.
To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.
To help you analyze the WRSA.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.
Score
User Comments
Regimen
Gabriele Giorgini (further information)
CarlosAona
Pat
Anthony Ward
red ryder
Martin B. High
Nathan
john cajka (further information)
Norm Pence
Tim Smithen
Keith
Stephen
OS is Best
Custom Override (further information)
John T Jertson
Jim Jones
ryan
Bill
Jeff
David Dawson
J McClure
David Miller (further information)
Rita
Summary: Average user rating of WRSA.exe: based on 24 votes with 25 user comments. 10 users think WRSA.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 2 users think it's probably harmless. 5 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 3 users suspect danger. 4 users think WRSA.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. 3 users don't grade WRSA.exe ("not sure about it").