What is Antimalware Service Executable msmpeng.exe & why does it show high Memory, CPU, Disk usage in Windows 11/10? Is it a virus? Find the fix here.

If you've noticed a process on your PC called Antimalware Service Executable and wondered what it's for and whether you can turn it off, wonder no longer.

Fix high memory usage caused by Antimalware Service Executable on Windows 11 with easy steps like disabling real-time protection, removing pirated apps, and more.

I just noticed on my mom's computer that some "MsMpEng.exe" process (labeled "Antimalware Service Executable" and located under "C:\\Program Files\\Microsoft Security Client\\") is consuming 100% ...