CFD.exe is a software component associated with BroadJump Client Foundation. It is developed by BroadJump, a company known for providing software solutions for broadband service providers.
The BroadJump Client Foundation is primarily used by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to manage and troubleshoot broadband connections. The CFD.exe is a part of this suite and plays a crucial role in monitoring the internet connection, diagnosing problems, and providing solutions to fix them. It helps in maintaining a stable and efficient internet connection.
CFD.exe is needed for the proper functioning of the BroadJump Client Foundation. It is responsible for executing and managing various tasks related to your internet connection. Without it, the BroadJump Client Foundation may not work as intended, leading to potential issues with your internet connection.
Some malware might disguise itself as CFD.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\Windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. You should check the CFD.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. If you find that it is not located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\BroadJump\Client Foundation folder or it is consuming excessive system resources, it might be a good idea to remove it.
Always make sure that your system is protected with an updated antivirus program to prevent any potential threats.
Description: CFD.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. CFD.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—mainly C:\Program Files (x86)\BroadJump\Client Foundation\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 368,706 bytes (85% of all occurrences) or 376,912 bytes.
The software has no file description. It is not a Windows system file. The program starts when Windows starts (see Registry key: MACHINE\Run).
The program is not visible.
Therefore the technical security rating is 66% dangerous, but you should also take into account the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
If you have any problems with CFD.exe, you may also want to uninstall the associated program (Start > Control Panel > Uninstall a Program > BroadJump Client Foundation), ask the software vendor, www.broadjump.com, for advice or look for a new, improved version.
"CFD" is not required to run at start up. BroadJump Client Foundation. Broadband troubleshooting software installed by various companies. Not required and you can remove it via Add/Remove programs
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as CFD.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the CFD.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.
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User Comments
The trouble with this software is that when you have the original, unmalwared version of cfd.exe it does function as described by some greenlighters here, as an autofix and connection manager for many ISP's broadband connections. However, malware of many breeds will call themselves cfd.exe, delete the original and start communicating masquerading as the ISP's program... many can even "take over" the original and all it's data and connectivity, which becomes a powerful tool for botmanagers when it's running on a high spec machine with a fast fibreoptic broadband connection. Jim Aitken
I was supporting a customer whose machine suddenly started freezing and running very slowly. Uninstalling Broadcom Suite (and related Broadcom programs) resolved the issue, and did not affect their Comcast connection.
Its basically a form of spyware that DSL and other internet companies use to monitor what you visit... basically them getting more out of you than you know. Zairs
Slows down my computer with this task running its a virus apparnetly none of my mates have it with COMODO James
It's an essential part of COMODO Anti Virus & Firewall User 42
I know after it was gone I was able to record music again. RC
This is the Comodo Firewall Pro. Check through msconfig from run on start menu. jhp
Summary: Average user rating of CFD.exe:
based on 55 votes with 9 user comments.
19 users think CFD.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
5 users think it's probably harmless.
12 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
13 users suspect danger.
6 users think CFD.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
9 users don't grade CFD.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving CFD issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with CFD. 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 CFD.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.
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User Comments
Jim Aitken
Zairs
James
User 42
RC
jhp
JW Finch
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Summary: Average user rating of CFD.exe: based on 55 votes with 9 user comments. 19 users think CFD.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 5 users think it's probably harmless. 12 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 13 users suspect danger. 6 users think CFD.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. 9 users don't grade CFD.exe ("not sure about it").