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How to Fix Shstat.exe Application & System Errors
Corrupt Windows entries can be responsible for this error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Several of our readers have reported that they encounter the shstat.exe system error message. While some request to know how to fix this error, others are interested in knowing what it is.
What is shstat.exe?
This shstat.exe file is an application of theMcAfee VirusScan Enterprise product. The VirusShield Statistics process, which manages program communication between various McAfee AntiVirus components, is run by the executable file shstat.exe.
It is well known that Shstat.exe, which is not a Windows system file, usually leads to computer issues. Shstat.exe can be found in aC:Program Filessubdirectory.
The Windows operating system excludes the shstat file from its components. Shstat.exe can alter other Windows tasks, and causesystem file errors, in addition to tracking other programs.
Because of this, most users believe that this file might pose a threat. It has a high likelihood of becoming harmful.
You may consider the following causes:
Now that you know some of the potential reasons behind the shstat.exe system error message, let’s proceed to how you can fix this issue.
How do I fix the shstat.exe application & system errors?
Before attempting the fixes we have identified, try these few tweaks:
If it does, then try the following solutions.
1. Run the SFC/ DISM Scan
The SFC and DISM scans are the most straightforward fixes for application and system errors through thecommand-line toolthat thoroughly checks your system for potentially damaged files.
2. Uninstall/Remove the app
By removing McAfee, you should uninstall the shstat.exe also. In case the shstat.exe file has an uninstall program, you can run the Uninstaller located in such a directory also.
Alternatively, you can remove shstat.exe from your PC’sControl Panelin theAdd/Remove Programssection.
Additionally, if your application or system is lagging, make sure to remove some of the unnecessary programs in your Task Manager.
And if you’reunable to open your Task Manager, try to follow the right solution provided in our dedicated guide.
If you have any questions or suggestions, do not hesitate to use the comments section below.
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Loredana Harsana
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Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts.
Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you’ll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.
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