putty.exe
putty.exe known as PuTTY has the following information and may help up understand this process better.
putty.exe - Here is the scoop on PuTTY as it pertains to computer network security. The big question: what is putty.exe and is it spyware, a trojan and if so, how do I get rid of PuTTY?
putty.exe (PuTTY) - Details
The process called putty.exe is the main executable for the free Telnet/SSH client program PuTTY. If you are using PuTTY, this process will appear in the process list. Putty.exe is not required for your system to work correctly and so can be terminated if you are not using it.
putty.exe is an application that does NOT appear to be a security risk
The Process Server database currently registers putty.exe to PuTTY.
This is part of PuTTY Telnet/SSH Client.
Whenever you have a concern about a file like putty.exe, feel free to visit our Anonymous Surfing section to help verify your file you are not giving away too much personal information.
The Process Server database is updated often, but inaccuracies may still exist, often caused by viruses named after valid files such as PuTTY. Always verify your results just to play it safe.
PUTTY.EXE - Disclaimer
Every attempt has been made to provide you with the correct information for putty.exe or PUTTY. Many spyware / malware programs use filenames of usual, non-malware programs. If we have included information about putty.exe that is inaccurate, we would greatly appreciate your help by updating the Process Information database and we will do our best to correct it.
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