VSHWIN32.EXE

VSHWIN32.EXE

The process vshwin32.exe also known as McAfee On-access scanner (up to version 4.x) is a process belonging to McAfee VirusScan.
The vshwin32.exe process runs in the background when your computer starts. The program is not visible. The file is not a Windows core file The process vshwin32.exe is an application that does not appear to be a security risk. This program is required to run on startup in order to benefit from its functionality. The vshwin32.exe process detects viruses and spyware application while you are using it.
This program protects your system from viruses, worms, Trojans.

Real-time background scanning eliminates manual scanning process which saves a lot of time for the user. This program hides your online presence and files from hackers, identity thieves and unauthorized communication , intercepts spyware before it installs on your computer and removes existing spyware .The process protects you from on–line fraud. The program which vshwin32.exe is a part of, automatically receives the latest software features, threat updates and version upgrades. It quickly scans, blocks and cleans out over 200,000 known threats. Real-time background scanning eliminates manual scanning process which saves a lot of time for the user. This Color-coded alerts from McAfee SiteAdvisor to websites helps you to avoid online danger. Other protections provided are: 1. it extends safety ratings to links in emails and instant messages; 2. let you easily share files and printers; 3. protects your precious on-line items (files, music, photos) by automatically backing it up; 4.actively shields your PC from dangerous websites and 5. cleans clutter off your computer so it stays healthy and secure;.
If this process is stopped, your computer will not be protected.

The process vshwin32.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". Known file sizes on Windows XP are 122897 bytes (66% of all occurrence), 118801 bytes.

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