Process name:
Product: Command AntiVirus for Windows or Command AntiVirus SDK for
Company: Command Software Systems, Inc or Authentium, Inc (www.authentium.com) or Authentium inc
File: dvpapi.exe

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514 users ask for this file. 2 users didn't rate it ("don't know"). 16 users rated it as not dangerous. 2 users rated it as not so dangerous. 4 users rated it as neutral.

All comments about dvpapi.exe: The little proggie that scans to see if your ass is covered by a firewall, virus scanner, and makes sure you've got your microsoft automatic updates. This is part of the security center for windows xp. dont think its dangerous John Doggett from the link below: SAFE Application/Process Description Below is a basic description of the application/process you have selected. This application is safe to have on your computer. Summary : Command AntiVirus for Windows Component, Company :Command Software Systems, Inc., Description : Command AntiVirus for Windows Component, Threat Level (1-10) : 0, Processes :DVPAPI.EXE  See also: Link Zeb Anti-Virus for freedom firewall Peter C This file appears to be part of Cox.net security software grant lawsky command softwares dynamic virus protection engine This is Bundled in with Cox.net security applications. It is apart of cox.net and as trusable as cox.net is.  See also: Link Nancy This is antivirus for Freedom program Mark H. It is part of the LogiGuard program to monitor surveillance on your pc. This is an optional install not spyware. Alan Cain This file is a part of PC Guard an Anti-Virus package  See also: Link Jake Essential for Cox Internet Security Suite Component of Freedom Anti-Virus Suite. Distributed free to users of various Internet providers.  See also: Link Tina came with new antivirus Granny Stoping dvpapi caused ntl netguard to start without antivirus I use cox for highspeed internet. After installing the cox highspeed internet I saw this dvpapi in my system configuration utility, under the services tab. Andrew It is part of Windows XP ability to detect third party Antivirus, such as ones from your cable/phone company's internet service. If your third party virus protection is active, basically dvpapi.exe should too. You can still just call your phone/cable company if you still notice anything suspicious about it! JR This is antivirus for Freedom program part of freedom anitvirus SuperUserNT dvpapi.exe is a process belonging to Authentium Antivirus. This process should not be removed to ensure that your system is secure. Austin Adrew's comment above is spot on. Bob W. This file started to run on my computer after installing Verizon's security suite  See also: Link If you know more about dvpapi.exe, share your knowledge and help other users. Security Rating:  --- don't know ---  1 (not dangerous)  2  3 (neutral)  4  5 (dangerous) What do you know about this file: Link for more details: Your Name:

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