vstat.exe

vstat.exe

The vsstat.exe is the tray bar process for McAfee VirusScan. It provides a system tray icon that will allow you to view and change settings relating to your anti virus software. It is used to start a virus scan or access the McAfee VirusScan software. It also acts as 'at a glance' status icon. If you use McAfee Anti virus software, you should not stop this process, as it may reduce the effectiveness of your virus protection. The process vsstat.exe may be required at startup for a certain device or program to run properly. This process however, can safely be removed without reducing security in the system. Communication between vstat.exe and the VShield System Scan module can be started automatically or made available via Start -> Programs.

The process is related to programs that provides the following preventive and protective features: 1) adds ratings to websites to help you avoid online dangers; 2) automatically delivers the latest software features and threat updates and lets you easily manage security subscriptions for all your PCs; 3) blocks and removes viruses and even stops them before they even get to your PC; 4) protects and conceals your computer from hackers. 5) blocks spyware before it installs on your computer and removes existing spyware; 6) cleans clutter off your computer so it stays healthy and secure; 7) guards your identity from online fraud scams and identity thieves; 8) shields you from junk email.9) filters offensive content, pictures, and websites.;10) automated back-up and one-click restore to protect your photos, music and important files; 11) monitors your entire network for security weaknesses, and lets you easily share files and printers; and 12) extends safety ratings to links in emails and instant messages, and actively shields your PC from dangerous websites.

The vsstat.exe is related to alogserv.exe, mcmnhdlr.exe, mcshield.exe, mcupdate.exe, mcvsescn.exe, mcvsftsn.exe, mcvsrte.exe, mcvsshld.exe, avconsol.exe, avsynmgr.exe, cmgrdian.exe, cpd.exe, cpdclnt.exe, ecomwr.dll, frameworkservice.exe, mcagent.exe, mcappins.exe, mcinfo.exe, mgavrtcl.exe, mpfagent.exe, mpftray.exe, rulaunch.exe, rupdate.dll, shstat.exe, stinger.exe. updaterui.exe, vshwin32.exe, vstskmgr.exe, webscanx.exe.