Windows process: Pnkbstra – what is it?

If you discover the process PnkBstrA.exe in the task manager, you are probably wondering what it is all about. We will explain where the file comes from.

Windows process PnkBstrA.exe – What it is all about

PnkBstrA stands for “PunkBuster Service Component A.” The file has an .exe extension.

• This is not a Windows operating system file. Rather, it is a PunkBuster anti-cheat tool developed by the American company Even Balance.

• You download the file to your computer when you install certain games, such as Medal of Honor Airborne.

• In principle, the file is not dangerous. It should be located in the folder C:_windows_system32. The file has a size of either 66,888 bytes or 66,872 bytes.

• If you uninstall the corresponding programme, the file and the associated process also disappear.

• However, malware can also hide behind the file name. You should be sceptical in any case if the file is located under C: \Programmes and has a size other than those mentioned.

• It is definitely worthwhile to scan the computer regularly for malware. If you are unsure, it is best to remove the file. You do not need the file for Windows to function.