Process Monitor (ProcMon)
An advanced monitoring tool for Windows that shows real-time file system, Registry and process/thread activity.
Overview
Process Monitor is an advanced monitoring tool for Windows that shows real-time file system, Registry and process/thread activity. It combines the features of two legacy Sysinternals utilities, Filemon and Regmon, and adds an extensive list of enhancements including rich and non-destructive filtering, comprehensive event properties such as session IDs and user names, reliable process information, full thread stacks with integrated symbol support for each operation, simultaneous logging to a file, and much more.
✨ Key Features
- Real-time monitoring of file system, Registry, and process/thread activity
- Non-destructive filtering
- Comprehensive event properties
- Boot time logging
- Process tree view
- Command-line interface
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Developed by Microsoft (Sysinternals)
- Highly reliable and stable
- Comprehensive event logging
Unique Value: Provides an unparalleled level of insight into the inner workings of the Windows operating system, making it an indispensable tool for a wide range of diagnostic and analysis tasks.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Observing malware's file and registry modifications
- Identifying persistence mechanisms
- Troubleshooting application startup issues
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Network traffic analysis
🏆 Alternatives
While other tools offer similar functionality, Process Monitor's reliability, stability, and the depth of information it provides are unmatched, especially for a free tool.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
💰 Pricing
Free tier: N/A (Free)
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