VistaSrv.exe
Stardock WindowBlinds by Stardock Corporation (Signed)
Overview
There are 3 versions of vistasrv.exe in the wild, the latest version being 6.1. It is started as a Windows Service called 'Stardock WindowBlinds' with the name 'WindowBlinds' and described as “Stardock WindowBlinds Service”. . In addition, it is run under the context of the SYSTEM account with extensive privileges (the administrator accounts have the same privileges). The average file size is about 259.95 KB. The file is a digitally signed and issued to Stardock Corporation by The USERTRUST Network. The programs Stardock MyColors, MyColors and WindowBlinds 7 have been observed as installing specific variations of vistasrv.exe. The executable is a .NET framework assembly utilizing the CLR. During the process's lifecycle, the typical CPU resource utilization is about 0.0000% including both foreground and background operations, the average private memory consumption is about 1.22 MB with the maximum memory reaching around 3.45 MB. Addionally, typically read and write I/O disk operations is about 2 Bytes per minute for reads and 0 Bytes per minute for writes.
Details |
File name: | vistasrv.exe |
Publisher: | Stardock Corporation |
Product name: | Stardock WindowBlinds |
Description: | WindowBlinds Service. Part of Stardock WindowBlinds. Do not redistribute |
Typical file path: | C:\Program Files\stardock\mycolors\vistasrv.exe |
Certificate |
Issued to: | Stardock Corporation |
Authority (CA): | The USERTRUST Network |
Effective date: | Monday, October 13, 2008 |
Expiration date: | Friday, October 14, 2011 |
Windows Service |
Service name: | WindowBlinds |
Display name: | Stardock WindowBlinds |
Description: | “Stardock WindowBlinds Service” |
Type: | Win32OwnProcess |
Programs installed in
(Note, the programs listed below are for all versions of Stardock WindowBlinds.)
“The MyColors tab is for applying any MyColors themes you have loaded on your computer. This screen is divided into three areas. The sidebar menu down the left side, a preview area to the right of tha...”
MyColors is a digital distribution platform for themes developed by Stardock. It allows users to skin the Windows graphical user interface. Sets of themes have been made in partnership with GM, Ford, ...
“WindowBlinds is the world's most popular desktop enhancement utility. With a user base estimated at around 10 million, WindowBlinds is used by both consumers and corporations who want to change the wa...”
“You’re a unique individual with your own personal style - so why does your desktop look the same as everyone else’s? Choose from thousands of themes, change their colors, add textures, wallpapers, eve...”
“You’re a unique individual with your own personal style - so why does your desktop look the same as everyone else’s? Choose from thousands of themes, change their colors, add textures, wallpapers, eve...”
Behaviors
(Note, the behaviors below are for all versions of vistasrv.exe, select a unique version for details.)
Services
Runs under 'SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services' by the Service Controller (services.exe)
- 'WindowBlinds' (Stardock WindowBlinds)
- WindowBlinds
All file variations of vistasrv.exe
Distribution by Windows OS
OS version | distribution |
Windows 7 Home Premium |
50.00% |
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Windows 7 Ultimate |
50.00% |
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Distribution by country
Philippines installs about 50.00% of Stardock WindowBlinds.
Distribution by PC manufacturer
PC Manufacturer | distribution |
Dell |
57.14% |
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Toshiba |
28.57% |
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Hewlett-Packard |
14.29% |
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