27 June 2007
Msmsgs.exe
Msmsgs.exe is a legitimate Microsoft Windows process. It is an executable for the MSN Messenger, which is a built-in chat, file sharing and conference tool for the Windows OS. This process may be terminated at will, as it’s not an essential part of the operating system. It is located at C:\Program Files\Messenger by default.
In fact, msmsgs.exe is a process that is prone to hijack or corruption by spyware, most notably by trojans Zlob and Alcarys. These trojans use the name of msmsgs.exe as a cover to fool users that these threats are part of Windows.
Msmsgs.exe definition – the explanation of the process and most of the variations of its name used by malware for purposes of disguise.
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