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VersionsAdditional versions

1, 05, 793, 0 4.00%
1, 04, 36597, 0 4.00%
1, 04, 36005, 0 4.00%
1, 04, 35127, 0 44.00%
1, 03, 33730, 0 20.00%
1, 03, 32328, 0 12.00%
1, 03, 28304, 0 12.00%

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advapi32.dll
RegQueryInfoKeyA, SetKernelObjectSecurity, ConvertStringSecurityDescriptorToSecurityDescriptorW, ConvertStringSecurityDescriptorToSecurityDescriptorA, RegOpenKeyExW, RegOpenKeyExA, RegCloseKey, RegQueryValueExW, RegSetValueExW, RegSetValueExA, RegCreateKeyExA, RegDeleteKeyA, RegQueryValueExA, RegEnumKeyA, SetSecurityDescriptorDacl, InitializeSecurityDescriptor, CreateProcessAsUserW, StartServiceCtrlDispatcherA, CreateServiceA, CloseServiceHandle, DeleteService, OpenServiceA, OpenSCManagerA, SetServiceStatus, RegisterServiceCtrlHandlerExA, GetUserNameW, RegEnumValueA, RegQueryInfoKeyW, RegEnumKeyExA, RegDeleteValueA
kernel32.dll
LoadLibraryA, SetUnhandledExceptionFilter, CreateFileW, GetCurrentThreadId, GetCurrentProcess, GetFileSize, LoadLibraryW, FindFirstFileW, FindClose, GetSystemTime, SystemTimeToFileTime, FreeLibrary, DeleteCriticalSection, InitializeCriticalSection, EnterCriticalSection, LeaveCriticalSection, LocalAlloc, LocalFree, OpenMutexA, CreateMutexA, GetStartupInfoA, CreateProcessA, TerminateProcess, WaitForMultipleObjects, GetModuleFileNameW, WideCharToMultiByte, MultiByteToWideChar, InterlockedExchange, GetTimeZoneInformation, SetLastError, GetLocalTime, OutputDebugStringW, WriteFile, ReadFile, SetFilePointerEx, ReleaseMutex, CreateMutexW, OpenMutexW, DeleteFileW, MoveFileExW, GetFileAttributesW, CreateDirectoryW, GetFileSizeEx, GetSystemTimeAsFileTime, QueryPerformanceCounter, IsDebuggerPresent, UnhandledExceptionFilter, InterlockedCompareExchange, ProcessIdToSessionId, GetCurrentProcessId, VirtualProtect, GetProcAddress, GetModuleHandleA, OpenThread, GetModuleFileNameA, ResetEvent, CreateEventA, GetLastError, WaitForSingleObject, Sleep, GetTickCount, SetEvent, CreateThread, CloseHandle, GetSystemInfo, RaiseException, SwitchToThread, CreateProcessW, GetModuleHandleW
msvcp80.dll
DllMain
msvcr80.dll
DllMain
shell32.dll
SHGetFolderPathW
user32.dll
TranslateMessage, GetMessageA, GetWindowLongA, DispatchMessageA, SetWindowLongA, DefWindowProcA, RegisterClassExA, CreateWindowExA, PostThreadMessageA
userenv.dll
DestroyEnvironmentBlock, LoadUserProfileW, UnloadUserProfile, CreateEnvironmentBlock
wtsapi32.dll
WTSQuerySessionInformationW, WTSEnumerateSessionsA, WTSQueryUserToken, WTSFreeMemory

fshoster32.exe

F-Secure Common Client Foundation by F-Secure Corporation (Signed)

Remove fshoster32.exe
Version:   1, 03, 33730, 0
MD5:   99bfd8bffa1dbc5e2a272b5ba4cc0521
SHA1:   cfead41f4b4a9259d281ab46f009b29cf5991be5
SHA256:   a4ae6532c1bb25114ec31c3cec5bdd64c2886237fccff2943c9c87d2c213c75b

What is fshoster32.exe?

F-Secure Host Process part of F-Secure security line of products.

About fshoster32.exe (from F-Secure Corporation)

“F-Secure protects the content on your computer and safeguards you when you are browsing the web. Computer security is protection against viruses, spyware, hacker attacks and identity theft. Online saf”

Overview

fshoster32.exe runs as a service under the name F-Secure Dll Hoster (fshoster) with extensive SYSTEM privileges (full administrator access). It is set to be run when the PC boots and the user logs into Windows (added to the Run registry key for the current user). It is installed with a couple of know programs including Cogeco Security Services published by F-Secure Corporation, Frontier Secure from F-Secure Corporation and Frontier Secure by F-Secure Corporation. The file is digitally signed by F-Secure Corporation which was issued by the GlobalSign nv-sa certificate authority (CA).

DetailsDetails

File name:fshoster32.exe
Publisher:F-Secure Corporation
Product name:F-Secure Common Client Foundation
Description:F-Secure Host Process
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\f-secure\fshoster32.exe
Original name:CCFDLLHoster.exe
File version:1, 03, 33730, 0
Size:163.68 KB (167,608 bytes)
Certificate
Issued to:F-Secure Corporation
Authority (CA):GlobalSign nv-sa
Digital DNA
PE subsystem:Windows GUI
File packed:No
Code language:Microsoft Visual C++ 8.0
.NET CLR:No
More details

ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Cogeco Security Services
 F-Secure Corporation
8% remove
“Optimized by F-Secure, a worldwide leader in the field of the Internet security, Cogeco Security Services are state of the art. You are protected at all times and your computer is always up and running. Provides enhanced protection against viruses, spyware, infected e-mail attachments and other malware. rotects your computer from viruses, spyware, worms and other malicious software. Parental control and Firewall protect you and your chi...”
Frontier Secure
 F-Secure Corporation
6% remove
“FREE yourself from PC problems. Who's got time to waste on computer concerns when there's so much of life to live? Frontier Secure frees you from computer-related downtime, so you can have more you-time. Help is always there when you need it. Protect your digital life with all benefits of our Max Security and Backup & Sharing products AND Personal Security Plus includes 24/7 support from an all-American team that's available to provide ...”
WOW! Security
 F-Secure Corporation
7% remove
WOW! Security is a branded verrsion of F-Secure's security product offered to WOW! Wireless customers.
Charter Security Suite
 F-Secure Corporation
8% remove
“Protection against all types of malicious software including: viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans, rootkits, and zero-hour attacks. The program also updates its definitions automatically and on continual basis. And there’s no need to ever renew licenses for as long as you remain a Charter customer. All infections are handled automatically by default, and without any disturbances. All you see is a notification that confirms your continued s...”
Kabel Deutschland Launchpad
 F-Secure Corporation
6% remove
Kabel Deutschland Launchpad is a Kabel branded verison of the F-Secure Launch pad which is included as part of the F-Secure Internet Security product. Kabel Deutschland distributes a branded version of the software as part of its security offering to their broadband cable customers.
CenturyLink Online Security
 F-Secure Corporation
9% remove
“Eliminate the need for stand-alone PC security software like firewalls, anti-virus and content filters with CenturyLink™ Online Security. This security package provides all the protection your business needs. Partnering with F-Secure®, a leading provider of anti-virus and firewall software, CenturyLink™ has committed to ensuring that your online experience is safe and secure. Automatic updates ensure that your security services are kept...”
Telenet Security Pack
 F-Secure Corporation
8% remove
“Het Telenet Security Pack van Telenet beschermt je persoonlijke gegevens (bv. je aanmeldgegevens voor online banking en social media) en zorgt ervoor dat heel je gezin veilig kan surfen. De functie Computer Bescherming heeft een heel gebruiksvriendelijke interface, update zichzelf continu en beschikt over een ingenieuze firewall. Dat zorgt ervoor dat…”
TDC Sikkerhedspakke
 F-Secure Corporation
9% remove
“The complete protection for up to 5 computers. Forget about spam and viruses. The security package also gives you parental controls that ensure your children from undesirable content on the Internet. With TDC Security, you and your family always feel safe on the Internet. You can safely explore the many opportunities on the web and both shopping and internet banking and social media without worry. TDC Security protects the contents of y...”
TDS Internet Security Launch Pad
 F-Secure Corporation
1% remove
TDS Internet Security Launch Pad is a TDS branded verison of the F-Secure Launch pad which is included as part of the F-Secure Internet Security product.
F-Secure Launch pad
 F-Secure Corporation
8% remove
“Once you have downloaded the F-Secure network installer (F-SecureNetworkInstaller.exe) and installed the product, the F-Secure Launch pad is displayed at the bottom of your screen. If it is not visible on the screen, you can open it from the F-Secure icon on your desktop. This is where you can access all your F-Secure applications and manage your subscriptions. The launch pad's common settings are settings that apply to all of the progr...”
F-Secure setup
 F-Secure Corporation
9% remove
Ziggo Internetbeveiliging
 F-Secure Corporation
2% remove
“In Internet Ziggo receive free Basic Internet Security. This package was developed by F-Secure. With Basic Internet Security protects you from Ziggo free a Windows computer with anti-virus and anti-spyware. These filters automatically check your mail for viruses and spyware. Basic Internet security is not suitable to protect while surfing or downloading files on your PC. Internet Security Basics of Ziggo protects against viruses and spy...”
Cincinnati Bell Launch Pad
 F-Secure Corporation
1% remove
Säker surf
 F-Secure Corporation
7% remove
Elisa Turvakeskus
 F-Secure Corporation
4% remove

BehaviorsBehaviors

Services
Runs under 'SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services' by the Service Controller (services.exe)
  • 'fshoster' (F-Secure Dll Hoster)
  • fshoster
Startup files (user) run
Runs under the registry key 'HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run'
  • 'F-Secure Hoster' → "C:\Program Files\Frontier\Backup & Sharing\fshoster32.exe" -app -pointappfamilC:300 -hosteriC:1
Startup files (all users) run
Runs under the registry key 'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run'
  • 'F-Secure Hoster (44515)' → "C:\Program Files\TalkTalk\Security\fshoster32.exe" -app -hosteriC:1
  • 'F-Secure Hoster (44095)' → "C:\Program Files\Cogeco Security Services\fshoster32.exe" -app -hosteriC:1
  • 'F-Secure Hoster (47755)' → "C:\Program Files\TDC Sikkerhedspakke\fshoster32.exe" -app -hosteriC:1
  • 'F-Secure Hoster (42626)' → "C:\Program Files\Charter Security Suite\fshoster32.exe" -app -hosteriC:1
Network connections
  • [TCP] a23-60-76-32.deploy.akamaitechnologies.com (23.60.76.32:80)
  • [UDP] listens on port 49403
  • [UDP] listens on port 63571

    • ResourcesResource utilization

    (Note: statistics below are averages based on a minimum sample size of 200 unique participants)
    Averages
     
    CPU
    Total CPU:0.00032452%
    0.028634%
    Kernel CPU:0.00014308%
    0.013761%
    User CPU:0.00018144%
    0.014873%
    Kernel CPU time:9,844 ms/min
    100,923,805ms/min
    CPU cycles:143,913/sec
    17,470,203/sec
    Context switches:138/sec
    284/sec
    Memory
    Private memory:21.32 MB
    21.59 MB
    Private (maximum):13.87 MB
    Private (minimum):960 KB
    Non-paged memory:21.32 MB
    21.59 MB
    Virtual memory:178.2 MB
    140.96 MB
    Virtual memory (peak):186.39 MB
    169.69 MB
    Working set:9.55 MB
    18.61 MB
    Working set (peak):30.46 MB
    37.95 MB
    Page faults:885,818/min
    2,039/min
    I/O
    I/O read transfer:4.34 KB/sec
    1.02 MB/min
    I/O read operations:2/sec
    343/min
    I/O write transfer:1.36 KB/sec
    274.99 KB/min
    I/O write operations:2/sec
    227/min
    I/O other transfer:286 Bytes/sec
    448.09 KB/min
    I/O other operations:12/sec
    1,671/min
    Resource allocations
    Threads:47
    12
    Handles:934
    600
    GUI GDI count:59
    103
    GUI GDI peak:106
    142
    GUI USER count:118
    49
    GUI USER peak:120
    71

    BehaviorsProcess properties

    Integrety level:System
    Platform:64-bit
    Command lines:
    • "C:\Program Files\cogeco security services\fshoster32.exe" -hosteriC:0
    • "C:\Program Files\cogeco security services\fshoster32.exe" -app -hosteriC:1
    • "C:\Program Files\centurylink online security\f-secure launchpad\fshoster32.exe" -hosteriC:0
    • "C:\Program Files\centurylink online security\f-secure launchpad\fshoster32.exe" -app -hosteriC:1
    Owner:SYSTEM
    Windows Service
    Service name:fshoster
    Display name:F-Secure Dll Hoster
    Description:“F-Secure Dll Hoster Service”
    Type:Win32OwnProcess
    Parent process:services.exe (Services and Controller app by Microsoft)

    ResourcesThreads

    Averages
     
    fshoster32.exe (main module)
    Total CPU:0.00119256%
    0.272967%
    Kernel CPU:0.00040706%
    0.107585%
    User CPU:0.00078550%
    0.165382%
    CPU cycles:93,395/sec
    5,741,424/sec
    Context switches:2/sec
    79/sec
    Memory:156 KB
    1.16 MB
    wow64.dll (Win32 Emulation on NT64 by Microsoft)
    Total CPU:0.00002189%
    Kernel CPU:0.00000625%
    User CPU:0.00001564%
    CPU cycles:46,370/sec
    Context switches:6/sec
    Memory:252 KB

    Common loaded modules

    These are modules that are typiclaly loaded within the context of this process.

    Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

    OS versiondistribution
    Windows 7 Home Premium 20.00%
    Windows 7 Professional 16.00%
    Windows 7 Home Premium N 16.00%
    Microsoft Windows XP 16.00%
    Windows 8.1 12.00%
    Windows Vista Ultimate 8.00%
    Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center 4.00%
    Windows 8 Pro 4.00%
    Windows 7 Ultimate N 4.00%

    Distribution by countryDistribution by country

    United States installs about 48.00% of F-Secure Common Client Foundation.

    OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

    PC Manufacturerdistribution
    Lenovo 63.64%
    Medion 18.18%
    Dell 18.18%
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