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No, this file is 100% safe to run.

VersionsAdditional versions

2.4.3.08240 3.13%
2.4.2.02150 21.88%
2.4.1.09140 28.13%
2.4.0.06160 9.38%
2.3.0.11090 15.63%
2.3.0.11090 3.13%
2.2.0.06080 15.63%
2.0.0.14050 3.13%

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executionproxy.exe

VAIO Gate by Sony Corporation (Signed)

Remove executionproxy.exe
Version:   2.2.0.06080
MD5:   dee02a8a19551b63705aef9abd8a6006
SHA1:   df8cc6011a8a163a08c186a60aad9c1db521b863

Overview

executionproxy.exe is an auto-starting process that used the Windows Task Scheduler service to load when the user logs into Windows (sometimes this is required to bypass the UAC protection). It is installed with a couple of know programs including VAIO Gate published by Sony Corporation and VAIO Gate Default published by Sony Corporation. The assembly utilizes the .NET run-time framework (which is required to be installed on the PC). The file is digitally signed by Sony Corporation which was issued by the VeriSign certificate authority (CA).

DetailsDetails

File name:executionproxy.exe
Publisher:Sony Corporation
Product name:VAIO Gate
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\sony\vaio gate\executionproxy.exe
File version:2.2.0.06080
Size:390.34 KB (399,712 bytes)
Certificate
Issued to:Sony Corporation
Authority (CA):VeriSign
Digital DNA
File packed:No
Code language:Microsoft Visual C# / Basic .NET
.NET CLR:Yes
.NET NGENed:No
More details

ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Sony Corporation
9% remove
VAIO Gate offers fast and easy access to favourite multimedia programs and entertainment. This gateway is always there as a visually attractive bar at the top of your desktop and keeps track of your most popular programs and media. Fully integrated onto your desktop for quick access with large icons. Simple and easy to use, click or touch an icon to go straight to a program. RSS feed enables web recommendations and links. Personalise VA...
Sony Corporation
7% remove
VAIO Gate offers fast and easy access to favourite multimedia programs and entertainment. This gateway is always there as a visually attractive bar at the top of your desktop and keeps track of your most popular programs and media. Personalise VAIO Gate by moving icons within the browser or adding and removing them completely by simple drag and drop. Configure easily your VAIO Gate via the "Settings" menu. Fully integrated onto your des...

BehaviorsBehaviors

Scheduled tasks
  • The task 'StartExecuteProxy' runs on boot in the path '\SONY\VAIO Gate\StartExecuteProxy'
  • Entry path '\Sony Corporation\VAIO Gate\StartExecuteProxy'
  • Entry path '\SONY\VAIO Gate\StartExecuteProxy'
Scheduled tasks startups
Set to load on user login (bypasses Windows UAC if enabled)
  • Login entry path '\SONY\VAIO Gate\StartExecuteProxy'
  • Login entry path '\Sony Corporation\VAIO Gate\StartExecuteProxy'

Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Windows 7 Home Premium 59.38%
Windows 7 Ultimate 12.50%
Windows 7 Home Basic 12.50%
Windows 8 Pro with Media Center 6.25%
Windows 7 Professional 6.25%
Windows 8.1 Pro 3.13%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 31.25% of VAIO Gate.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
Sony 100.00%
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