Associated Program:
Rbot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans
Programm Category:
Worm/Trojan
What is system32.exe
The system32.exe process is a type of file that is dangerous to use and install in the computer. It is a variant of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans from the Rbot family. This is one of the malicious and dangerous files that must be deleted right away before it can fully damage the computer and what’s in it. The system32.exe has the function to steal information, such as passwords, Internet banking data, and other personal or sensitive details in the system, infect other files which may be also important, and slow down the performance of the PC. Because of these cons, a user has to immediately remove it using a helpful antivirus program. This file process can also replicate itself which may further provide damage much faster and stronger. With that said, once the file is scanned or seen to be running in the task manager, system32.exe must be necessarily deleted.
How can I stop system32.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. system32.exe. is used by Rbot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans, If you shut down system32.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop system32.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Rbot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.
Is this a virus or other security concern?
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as Rbot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.
Is system32.exe known to be bad for my computer's performance?
We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.
What can I do if system32.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if system32.exe. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that system32.exe, belongs to, in this case Rbot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans