What is MHOSTS.EXE and is it safe?
Below is a description of MHOSTS.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 MHOSTS.EXE
Trojan.Downloader-Gen/Win.Process
Company Information
Unknown
Description of MHOSTS.EXE
Trojan.Downloader-Gen/Win.Process 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
MHOSTS.EXE
CLSID List
N/A
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