• Properties:

• System Process: No
• Background Process: Yes
• Application Process:Yes
• Common Path:
  C:\ program files\ Alwil Software\ Avast4\ ashMaiSv.exe
• Uses Network:No
• Uses Internet:No

Description:

The program ashmaisv.exe is part of the Avast Anti-Virus software from ALWIL Software. The executable file asmaisv.exe primarily functions as an add-on utility for Avast Antivirus.

The application, along with the file ashmaisv.exe file, was first developed on September 3, 2006. The process ashmaisv.exe supports the application Avast Antivirus by providing an e-mail scanner service that is capable of detecting invalid spam messages. The program ashmaisv.exe shouldnt be removed from computer systems because it helps in securing the system against viruses (particularly Trojans and worms). The process ashmaisv.exe is not associated with the Microsoft Windows operating system, thus it is highly recommended that the file ashmaisv.exe be kept as a background process. There are also known risks in using the file ashmaisv.exe.

The ALWIL Softwares best selling product Avast Anti-virus comes with the optional components for securing famous instant messaging and filesharing program files, and also allows scanning of POP3 email without the need of a unique setup in supported email programs. Avast has passed multiple stringent Virus bulletin tests, and the program Avast Anti-Virus has been very efficient when it comes to results, comparable to paid programs. Avast is one of the first on-access antivirus software released especially for Windows x64 edition. Today, Avast remains a popular choice among users across the world. Avast also uses 27 different languages that can be easily utilized by users and supports almost all popular languages. With the Avast Anti-Virus, computer security has been made much easier. The Avast Anti-Virus also has an easy-to-use interface that makes the application more accessible. This program comes with the freeware version for home computer users and a shareware version wherein there are multiple additional features at the users disposal.

The ashmaisv.exe, along with the files that compose the application Avast Anti-Virus was made by the software developer ALWIL, which is primarily based in the Czech Republic, and was established in April 1991. ALWIL Software specializes in developing system security solutions, mainly applications that protect computers from malicious programs. Since January 1, 2007 the official name was changed to ALWIL. Along with the name change, changes were also made in their corporate lineup as well.

Recommendations:

This is a safe process. There is no necessity to remove this process from your system or change it in any way.