dwm.exe file report

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This report summarizes the file identity, detection status, publisher metadata, observed locations, and technical indicators for dwm.exe. The latest available status is Clean.

dwm.exe is a Windows file recorded in the ThreatInfo database. It is associated with Operation system Microsoft. The reported company name is Operation system Microsoft. The current detection status is Clean, based on the latest analysis from 2024-05-22 23:00:59 (2 years ago).

This record is currently marked as clean, but file reputation can depend on the exact path, hash, and source. Compare the MD5 and publisher data below with the file on your system.

File Details

Overview

ThreatInfo marks this publisher as trusted for this record, but the file hash and source should still match the expected software distribution.

ThreatInfo has observed dwm.exe in the locations listed above. Files found in temporary folders, user profile folders, startup locations, or unusual application directories should be reviewed more carefully than files installed under a known program directory.

The strongest geographic signal for this file is Russia with 100.0% of observed hits. Geographic distribution can help identify targeted campaigns, regional software bundles, or where a file is most commonly reported.

The most common operating system signal for dwm.exe is Windows 10 with 100.0% of observed hits. If your system differs from the common profile, check whether the file was introduced by a specific installer, archive, or removable device.

Analysis

dwm.exe is identified as pe for 64 systems. The subsystem is Windows GUI. PE header values are useful for triage, especially when they do not match the expected publisher, product, or release timeline.

PE section names and hashes can reveal packing, injected resources, or unusual build artifacts. Sections with uncommon names, very large raw data, or hashes that differ from a trusted copy deserve additional review.