What is Nvsvc32.exe? Should I remove it?

Nvsvc32.exe is an executable file that belongs to NVIDIA Control Panel

Nvsvc32.exe is a legitimate executable file that is responsible for launching particular parts of Nvidia graphics cards. This is a core process utilized by Nvidia Control Panel, and is used to troubleshoot various problems related to this software. The name of this process can be misused by malware and can act as a malicious executable launching various cyber threats on the system or run suspicious tasks in the background. This is not essential for Windows system, so if you find it useless, you can get rid of it. However, diagnosis is required because deleting a safe file might interrupt Nvidia app's functionality and can cause other problems.  

Name Nvsvc32.exe
Type Application file
developer Nvidia 
main tasks To launch particular parts of Nvidia graphics cards
Symptoms of being malicious Causes high usage of CPU's resources, initiates the system's malfunction
Distribution Comes together with Nvidia drivers. If malicious, comes together with an insecure software
Removal Use FortectIntego for diagnosis and possible Nvsvc32.exe removal

Nvsvc32.exe and other executable files might be used as a disguise for malware. Since EXE files are commonly seen as running in the background, it is easy to hide malicious activity behind the seemingly-legitimate files. Although, this silent activity becomes noticeable when CPU usage goes as high as 100%. 

This is the reason many users are calling this file a Nvsvc32.exe virus. Also, Windows might display some error messages regarding the malicious version of this file. This is an indication that this process is either malicious or the file itself needs fixing/replacing. You should first check the place of this file and make sure that this is placed in the C:\Windows\System32 folder. 

If you see one of these error messages caused by Nvsvc32.exe appearing on your screen, make sure you double check the origin of the file:

  • “Nvsvc32.exe Application Error.”
  • “Error starting program: nvsvc32.exe.”
  • “Nvsvc32.exe is not running.”
  • “Cannot find nvsvc32.exe.”
  • “Nvsvc32.exe not found.”
  • “Nvsvc32.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.”
  • “Nvsvc32.exe failed.”
  • “Faulting Application Path: nvsvc32.exe.”
  • “Error starting program: nvsvc32.exe.”
  • “Nvsvc32.exe is not running.”

In most of the cases, the presence of exe file does not indicate that your computer is infected. It can be installed by legitimate and harmless software (Nvidia in this case) and, therefore, may not pose any threat to your privacy and the whole system. However, you should still examine this file thoroughly to make sure that there is no need for Nvsvc32.exe removal.

However, you have to remove Nvsvc32.exe file immediately if you found it malicious. The parasite behind this process can continue initiating numerous harmful activities if left on your computer for longer than it should be. You can determine the purpose of this file with the anti-malware program that scans your system and detects malicious programs or outdated files. If you have difficulties erasing the record yourself, use the same anti-malware program like FortectIntego for the elimination. 

You might install malicious files during insecure freeware installations

Executable files are installed with the particular software. However, any file might be related to malware if its name was misused by hackers. In this case, insecure files come with questionable software and potentially unwanted programs during unsafe freeware installations.

Getting freeware from peer-to-peer networks or other similar services can be useful, and all but not paying enough attention during those installation processes can be dangerous. You need to choose Advanced or Custom options during the installation. This way you can de-select unwanted programs from the list and get only the software you need.

Determine the purpose of a Nvsvc32.exe file and remove it safely

If you find that this executable file is related to malware, you should check its trustworthiness by using anti-malware tools like FortectIntego, SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes. These programs can scan the system of your computer and detect corrupted files, malware or other system issues. This tool can also remove Nvsvc32.exe with all possible threats and can also improve the performance of your device.

If you consider Nvsvc32.exe removal without checking the purpose of this file, be aware that deleting a safe file might cause issues with the leading software. Corrupted or outdated files can also generate those error messages. So check for updates and driver replacements before getting rid of the questionable data. 

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