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mcvsescn.exe

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  • Properties:
  • System Process: No
  • Background Process: Yes
  • Application Process:Yes
  • Common Path:
    C:\ Program Files\ McAfee.com\ Vso\
  • Uses Network:No
  • Uses Internet:Yes
Description:

The mcvsescn.exe process is a part of McAfee Virus Scan, an application which is used to protect the computer against harmful applications such as viruses, worms, and trojans. This software presents the user with a graphical interface where he can perform tasks such as scanning individual files, folders, or the entire hard disk of the computer. This antivirus software is developed and distributed by McAfee, Inc.

The primary function of the mcvsescn.exe process is to scan the inbound emails received by the computer for viruses and threats caused by malware. Once the user starts his email client program, the mcvsescn.exe process will automatically scan the new messages that arrive in his inbox or in any specified folder. When it has detected a virus or any other harmful application within a particular message, it will notify the user and will provide a set of recommendations to quickly remove the malware which it has found. The mcvsescn.exe process is an essential component of McAfee Virus Scan and is particularly important for individuals who frequently access their email software, read inbound emails, and download attachments included with the received messages.

In order for the file mcvsescn.exe to correctly perform its tasks, it works with a number of processes including mcmnhdlr.exe, mcshield.exe, mcupdate.exe, mcvsftsn.exe, mcvsrte.exe, avconsol.exe, avsynmgr.exe, cmgrdian.exe, cpd.exe, cpdclnt.exe, frameworkservice.exe, and mcagent.exe. Moving on, since the mcvsescn.exe process checks emails for malware, the computer it has been installed on should have reliable Internet access. The mcvsescn.exe program file can run on stand-alone computers and it is not related to any hardware. Lastly, to optimize the use of the mcvsescn.exe process, the user should choose the set of procedures to be taken by the said process when it has detected a harmful application in any of the new emails.

Additional mcvsescn.exe Info:

Part of: McAfee Virus Scan, Author URL: http:// www.mcafee.com/, File Created by: McAfee, Inc.

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