What is svc.exe?

svc.exe is a type of executable file associated with various software applications. It is a common filename for service executables in Windows operating systems. The specific function of svc.exe can vary depending on the software it is associated with.

For instance, in the context of {4CEC2908-5CE4-48F0-A717-8FC833D8017A} and AdShield, svc.exe is likely part of an ad-blocking software. It helps in blocking unwanted ads, providing a smoother and less intrusive browsing experience.

When associated with ScanPoint QuickPrint, svc.exe could be a component of a printing software, aiding in the quick printing of documents.

In the case of Teramind, svc.exe is part of a user activity monitoring software. It helps in tracking and analyzing user behavior on computers for security and productivity purposes.

With Verathon, svc.exe could be part of a medical device software, assisting in the operation of the device.

When found in the path C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Roaming\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\xxxxx.default\extensions\startup.service@mozilla.com, svc.exe is likely part of a Firefox extension. It could be responsible for certain functionalities of the extension.

While svc.exe is usually a legitimate file, it can sometimes be a disguise for malicious software. If you find svc.exe running on your computer and you're unsure of its origin, it's recommended to scan your system for potential threats. If the file is found to be harmful, it should be removed immediately to protect your system.

If svc.exe is part of a legitimate software that you use, it should not be removed as it is necessary for the proper functioning of that software.

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Svc.exe file information

Windows Task Manager with svc — Svc.exe process in Windows Task Manager

The process known as {4CEC2908-5CE4-48F0-A717-8FC833D8017A or appindexsvc or AdShield Service or ScanPoint QuickPrint belongs to software ScanPoint QuickPrint or AdShield by Teramind or Verathon or Limbo Solutions or Geodes Media.

Description: Svc.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. Svc.exe is located in a subfolder of the user's profile folder—in most cases C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Roaming\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\g59xlq2y.default\extensions\[email protected]\. Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 83,456 bytes (82% of all occurrences), 32,768 bytes, 2,904,064 bytes or 5,160,144 bytes.
It is a background process, and the service name is Firefox.
There is no information about the author of the file. The program is not visible. Svc.exe is not a Windows core file. Therefore the technical security rating is 61% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.

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If svc.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files", the security rating is 50% dangerous. The file size is 45,568 bytes (61% of all occurrences), 3,617,304 bytes, 41,472 bytes or 373,344 bytes. The program has no visible window. The file is not a Windows system file. Svc.exe is able to monitor applications.
Uninstalling this variant: You can uninstall the program AdShield or {4CEC2908-5CE4-48F0-A717-8FC833D8017A}, update it, or ask Customer Support for help. Go to adshield.pro to update it, go to adshield.pro for support, or go to AdShield or {4CEC2908-5CE4-48F0-A717-8FC833D8017A} in Windows Control Panel (Software or Programs section) to uninstall it.
If svc.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows, the security rating is 72% dangerous. The file size is 53,760 bytes. There is no description of the program. It is located in the Windows folder, but it is not a Windows core file. The file is not a Windows core file. The program has no visible window.
If svc.exe is located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder, the security rating is 90% dangerous. The file size is 348,160 bytes.
If svc.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files\Common Files", the security rating is 50% dangerous. The file size is 172,544 bytes.
If svc.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows\System32, the security rating is 72% dangerous. The file size is 53,760 bytes.

External information from Paul Collins:

"Svc" definitely not required. Hijacker, Clientman parasite variant, redirecting to madfinder.com. Detected by Symantec as the MADFIND TROJAN!

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as svc.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder, for example TROJ_GEN.R002C0PGS21 (detected by TrendMicro), and Trojan:Win32/Sefnit.CA or Trojan:Win32/Ymacco.AA73 (detected by Microsoft). Therefore, you should check the svc.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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trojan also known as Suspicious.MH690 [Symantec], New Malware.n [McAfee], Mal/EncPk-BW, Mal/EncPk-BW [Sophos], Trojan-Banker.Win32.Banker [Ikarus], Packed/Upack [AhnLab], packed with UPack [Kaspersky Lab]
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Summary: Average user rating of svc.exe: based on 3 votes with 3 user comments. 2 users think svc.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks svc.exe is dangerous and recommends removing it.

Best practices for resolving svc issues

A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with svc. 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 svc.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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