Is httpproxy.exe safe or a potential security risk? or What exactly does httpproxy.exe do on my syste

httpproxy.exe could be part of a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program). Did you install any "free" software recently?

Run a scan with Norton Power Eraser—it’s aggressive but finds hidden junk. Also, check your browser extensions. Some inject proxies.

Yo, had this exact scare last month. httpproxy.exe was from my company’s remote desktop software.

If you’re not using anything like that, though, it’s sketch. Try:
- Netstat in CMD to see what connections it’s making.
- GlassWire to monitor network activity visually.