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Learn how to prevent unauthorized Screenshots.The CSME-Version-Detection-Tool-console.exe by Intel Corporation is a command line tool that is designed to detect the version of the Intel Converged Security and Management Engine (CSME) firmware running on a system. CSME is a critical component of Intel platforms that provides security and manageability features. The tool allows users to check the CSME firmware version to ensure that it is up to date and secure. It provides valuable information for system administrators and users who need to verify the status of their CSME firmware. This can help in identifying potential security vulnerabilities and ensuring the overall stability and security of the system.
While researching this executable, I found this quote on the Intel website about the CSME software "The Intel® Converged Security and Management Engine Version Detection Tool (Intel® CSMEVDT) assists with detection of the security vulnerabilities described in recent Intel security advisories.".
Below are 4 simple steps you can take to see if the CSME-Version-Detection-Tool-console.exe process is safe or malware.
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CSME-Version-Detection-Tool-console.exevk_watchop.exeWindowsUpdateElevatedInstaller.exeGyazowin.exeUpdaterService.exegfwlivesetup.exeHP.DeliveryAndStatus.Desktop.App.exeNordPass.exeDevHome.HostsFileEditor.exeStoreDesktopExtension.exeHamRadioDeluxe.exeJsonVMAccessExtension.exeHeartbeatMetrics.exeNvProfileUpdater64.exeWe’ve found Intel Corporation should be the publisher of CSME-Version-Detection-Tool-console.exe.
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