CRYPT32.EXE Malware Application/Process Description
Below is a description of CRYPT32.EXE. This application may not be safe to have on your computer. If this application is running on your computer, it is advised that you scan your computer for both viruses and malware immediately.
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Summary of CRYPT32.EXE
Trojan.DESKAdp.Process
Company Information
Unknown
Description of CRYPT32.EXE
Trojan.DESKAdp appears in the Windows System folder and is usually under 100K in size. May be related to the Sober Worm. Trojans are programs that can appear to serve a legitimate purpose but actually have an unwanted or harmful effect. A large segment of trojan programs download other harmful software components to a user's PC without his/her knowledge. This application is most likely downloaded and installed by another application that is considered to be adware or spyware.
Threat Level (1-10)
8
Processes
CRYPT32.EXE
CLSID List
N/A
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