rpcnetp.exe is a software component associated with Absolute Software's Persistence Technology. It is also known as the Persistence Agent. This executable file is a part of the Absolute Software's Computrace product suite, which is a tracking solution for laptops and mobile devices.
The associated software, Absolute Software's Computrace, is primarily used for asset management and theft recovery. It allows organizations to track and secure their computing devices. The software is embedded in the firmware of the device, enabling it to survive operating system re-installations and hard drive formatting. This makes it particularly effective for recovering stolen devices.
The need for rpcnetp.exe depends on the user's requirements. If you are an organization or individual that requires robust asset management and theft recovery solutions, then rpcnetp.exe is necessary as it is a part of the Computrace suite that provides these services.
If you do not require these services, or if you did not knowingly install Computrace, then rpcnetp.exe could potentially be a security risk. There have been instances where hackers have exploited Computrace to gain unauthorized access to systems. In such cases, it would be advisable to remove rpcnetp.exe. Always ensure that your system is protected with up-to-date antivirus software.
Description: Rpcnetp.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. Rpcnetp.exe is located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 17,920 bytes (69% of all occurrences), 17,408 bytes, 22,932 bytes, 39,968 bytes or 30 bytes.
It runs as background service rpcnetp.
It is a file with no information about its developer. The program is not visible. It is an unknown file in the Windows folder. The rpcnetp.exe file is not a Windows system file.
Rpcnetp.exe is able to manipulate other programs.
Therefore the technical security rating is 69% dangerous, however you should also read the user reviews.
If rpcnetp.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows, the security rating is 81% dangerous. The file size is 17,920 bytes (66% of all occurrences) or 17,408 bytes.
The file is a file with no information about its developer. Rpcnetp.exe is an unknown file in the Windows folder. It is not a Windows system file. The program has no visible window. The process listens for or sends data on open ports to a LAN or the Internet.
Rpcnetp.exe is able to manipulate other programs.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as rpcnetp.exe. Therefore, you should check the rpcnetp.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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I think rpcnetp.exe might be part of the security software called "LoJack for Laptops" made by Absolute. It helps to recover stolen laptops by sending info about the location that the laptop has connected to the internet from. Joe (further information)
Absolute software(formerly computrace) LoJack for laptops theft dialer Demosthenes
My Norton AntiBot removes it at every startuop jrszabo
LoJack for LapTops bsevans
I've found this installed on a computer that does not have "LoJack for Laptops" and it has been identified as Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Agent.caye spiff
If you have LoJack or CompuTrace installed on the machine then it is should be safe, especially if this is a company laptop. Check Add-Remove Programs list to confirm. TurcoLoco (further information)
It's the downloader of the Computrace software from "Absolute Software" (cf. complete report in German) El Wolfo (further information)
LoJack for Laptops. It is embedded into the BIOS, so it comes back after every removal. It comes installed in a wide range of laptops (Gateway, Dell, etc) from the manufacturer, so you do NOT have to install it or activate it first. There are NO workarounds currently known, so the only thing you can do is add it to a trusted list on your scanner and submit bug reports to the maker of the scanner Wayfarer (further information)
Some computers have a BIOS feature that will load something that reinstalls Computrace. However it is alarming that someone might be spoofing their software to spread malware. Perhaps Absolute Software should add another name for their software agents. Rational Keith
Someones said it might be related to Absolute Software, if it is then why doesnt it show any information in its properties as rpcnet.exe does. and I removed rpcnet.exe, it is not coming back, but I remove the service rpcnetp and delete the fiel rpcnetp.exe and rpcnetp.dll from system32 folder but everyday it comes back. So it definitely is suspicious Kashif Umar
It dials home to Absolute every day reporting location, IP address and a list of programs running. If reported stolen, it does this every 15 minutes. It is not meant to be active unless you buy Absolute's software for it, however has been seen running and sending messages regardless. I consider it a privacy invasion and disabled: Properties - Security: Set everything to Deny. Seems to have worked. Paul
My AVG had a panic attack when it found it and quarentined it and made me system restart which took longer than normal.. Tim
Yes it is Absolute software, but for me it was malware preventing all EXEs from opening John
In Windows 2003 and earlier versions of Windows, the Remote Procedure Call (RPC) Locator service is used to link apps like rpcnet.exe and the service manages the RPC name service database. In Windows Vista and later versions of Windows, this service does not provide any functionality and is present for application compatibility. Rpcnet.exe is used to give the service specific function. Set the service to manual in Control Panel / Administrative tools / Services. After AVG or any other antivirus finds and removes rpcnet.exe the BIOS won't see an active service and look for a app to execute. mlhco12 (further information)
I found this on my laptop on second boot up. After the first boot up I had installed AVG via a known clean USB drive before ever connecting to the internet. First reboot this file was detected (still no internet access). If it was a virus then it was put on the hard disc by the OEM! (ASUS 1225B netbook purchased 17/04/12) Gavin Davies, UK
guys you could delete rcpnetp in regedit.msc, click the EDIT then FIND, type rpcnetp.. wait till it shows u the registry then delete it.. nielz
LoJack for Laptops. It is embedded into the BIOS, it comes back after every removal. Was activated and started reporting every 15 min. on my Toshiba and after contacting Absolute and furnishing proof of ownership it was "deactivated" - it is still running and could also be used to read/block my system - a shameless thing indeed ...I never paid or wanted such a thing... alex torok (further information)
some laptop bioses create this file , check with you laptop supplyer , if it should be there , some viruses spread themselves by this name , so be carefull traincybertools
I dont get this... my AVG says to delete it on every startup... dafuqbruh
My antivirus, Avast, told me it was a virus and removed it. ETFEWT UEHUIEH
RPCNETP.exe is pre-installed by nearly every PC manufacture as part of Absolute Software's remote management tools, but it should only be active on your machine if the machine has been enrolled. If this is showing up on your work machine it's probably activated by your IT team. If it's showing up on a machine you bought second hand then the machine might be stolen. Brian Friend (further information)
My Avast declares it dangerous
check the properties of the rpcnetp.exe file and look at the digital signatures. If signed by Absolute Software, it is legit. sparky
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Summary: Average user rating of rpcnetp.exe:
based on 21 votes with 23 user comments.
4 users think rpcnetp.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
3 users think it's probably harmless.
4 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
5 users suspect danger.
5 users think rpcnetp.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
7 users don't grade rpcnetp.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving rpcnetp issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with rpcnetp. 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 rpcnetp.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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Joe (further information)
Demosthenes
jrszabo
bsevans
spiff
TurcoLoco (further information)
El Wolfo (further information)
Wayfarer (further information)
Rational Keith
Kashif Umar
Paul
Tim
John
mlhco12 (further information)
Gavin Davies, UK
nielz
alex torok (further information)
traincybertools
dafuqbruh
ETFEWT UEHUIEH
Brian Friend (further information)
sparky
Summary: Average user rating of rpcnetp.exe: based on 21 votes with 23 user comments. 4 users think rpcnetp.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 3 users think it's probably harmless. 4 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 5 users suspect danger. 5 users think rpcnetp.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. 7 users don't grade rpcnetp.exe ("not sure about it").