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BleepingComputer.com -> Startup Programs Database -> MSASCui.exe Information

	This is a valid program that is required to run at startup. This program is required to run on startup in order to benefit from its functionality or so that the program will work. The following information is a brief description of what is known about this file. If you require further assistance for this file, feel free to ask about in the forums.
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Name:	Windows Defender
Filename:	MSASCui.exe
Fix MSASCui.exe errors:	Try a Registry Scan
Command:	"C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MSASCui.exe" -hide
Description:	Microsoft's Windows Defender Antispyware program.
File Location:	C:\Program Files\Windows Defender\MSASCui.exe
Startup Type:	This startup entry is started automatically from a Run, RunOnce, RunServices, or RunServicesOnce entry in the registry.
HijackThis Category:	O4 Entry

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