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More than one possible match was found; all matches are listed below in order of their prevalence. This only tells you what the file and the correct action might be.

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Prevalence

Percentage of recently scanned PC's with this process running: 27.16%
Average CPU use for this program: 0%
Average RAM for this program: 3 MB

Identification

In addition to the file name, ctfmon.exe, the following version information is used to identify the file. If the file does not match this information, it may be a different file. To ensure the file is absolutely correct, run a free and comprehensive scan.

To view version information with Windows Explorer, right-click the file and click Properties, Version.

Detailed Description and/or Removal Instructions

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/282599

PC Pitstop Analysis

ctfmon.exe supports speech input in Windows/Office.
In Office this process has been known to consume significant resources, especially processor time, if it is not configured correctly or is turned on by accident.
If you are not using this, is safe to disable it.

ctfmon.exe  is a user invoked program and a normal part of PC operations. No action required.

PC Pitstop recommends WinPatrol Plus for monitoring all of the background activity on your PC. WinPatrol Plus provides an easy to understand descriptions of over 15,000 processes and programs.

MD5 Hashes

MD5 hashes is the way that computers can define the uniqueness of a file. Anti malware vendors frequently use this technique to detect and clean malware. It is common for a program to have multiple MD5 hashes as the developers create newer versions of the program. For the program called ctfmon.exe, we have detected more than 10 different MD5 hashes. Click on a hash to research the hash in Google.

Prevalence

Percentage of recently scanned PC's with this process running: 0.00%
Average CPU use for this program: 0%
Average RAM for this program: 9 MB

Identification

In addition to the file name, ctfmon.exe, the following version information is used to identify the file. If the file does not match this information, it may be a different file. To ensure the file is absolutely correct, run a free and comprehensive scan.

To view version information with Windows Explorer, right-click the file and click Properties, Version.

PC Pitstop Analysis

ctfmon.exe -

ctfmon.exe  is returning insufficient information about this program.

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Prevalence

This program has not been seen on any systems tested at PC Pitstop in the past week.

Identification

In addition to the file name, ctfmon.exe, the following version information is used to identify the file. If the file does not match this information, it may be a different file. To ensure the file is absolutely correct, run a free and comprehensive scan.

To view version information with Windows Explorer, right-click the file and click Properties, Version.

Vendor or Distributor's Web Site

http://www.kmint21.com/

Detailed Description and/or Removal Instructions

http://ca.com/us/securityadvisor/pest/pest.aspx?id=453090753

PC Pitstop Analysis

ctfmon.exe file name has been used by some malware.
You can get more information from Mcafee

http://vil.nai.com/vil/content/v_131046.htm

According to CA

"Key Logger: (Keystroke Logger). A program that runs in the background, recording all the keystrokes. Once keystrokes are logged, they are hidden in the machine for later retrieval, or shipped raw to the attacker. The attacker then peruses them carefully in the hopes of either finding passwords, or possibly other useful information that could be used to compromise the system or be used in a social engineering attack. For example, a key logger will reveal the contents of all e-mail composed by the user. Keylog programs are commonly included in rootkits and RATs (remote administration trojans)."

ctfmon.exe  uses excessive system and memory resources with no corresponding benefit. Applications such as these should be disabled to improve overall system performance.

PC Pitstop recommends WinPatrol Plus for monitoring all of the background activity on your PC. WinPatrol Plus provides an easy to understand descriptions of over 15,000 processes and programs.

MD5 Hashes

MD5 hashes is the way that computers can define the uniqueness of a file. Anti malware vendors frequently use this technique to detect and clean malware. It is common for a program to have multiple MD5 hashes as the developers create newer versions of the program. For the program called ctfmon.exe, we have detected more than 10 different MD5 hashes. Click on a hash to research the hash in Google.

Prevalence

This program has not been seen on any systems tested at PC Pitstop in the past week.

Identification

The file name alone identifies this program.

Detailed Description and/or Removal Instructions

http://search.ca.com/search/ca?style=en&qt=ctfmon.exe&col=

PC Pitstop Analysis

ctfmon.exe is the name of a regular process from Windows. It has Vendor and Product information.
However this is not the case. We have detected that this process has no Vendor or Product information. Check the Information URL and see the list of threat that uses this same name.

ctfmon.exe is a VIRUS. Stop all work until the virus is removed or you run the risk of spreading the virus to other people. Worse yet, the virus may be doing harm to your computer and your information.

ctfmon.exe is a virus and should be removed immediately to avoid doing further harm. PC Pitstop recommends PC Matic in these types of situations.

MD5 Hashes

MD5 hashes is the way that computers can define the uniqueness of a file. Anti malware vendors frequently use this technique to detect and clean malware. It is common for a program to have multiple MD5 hashes as the developers create newer versions of the program. For the program called ctfmon.exe, we have detected more than 10 different MD5 hashes. Click on a hash to research the hash in Google.

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Tips from the PitCrew

Every process running on your computer takes up CPU cycles and valuable memory. For optimal PC performance and resource utilization, you should be aware of every process on your computer. PC Pitstop designed this process library to help you know which processes are worthwhile and others that slow system performance.

Important Note

A file name alone may not be enough for positive identification. PC Pitstop's Overdrive tests and spyware scan use information such as the company name, product name, or install directory.

If you are unable to identify a file, ask about it in our forums after running our full tests.