Trend Micro Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security EXE TMSToolEx.exe

How to Download TMSToolEx.exe and Fix EXE Error Messages

Last Updated: 11/30/2024
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TMSToolEx.exe is considered a type of TMSToolEx Application file. It is most-commonly used in Trend Micro Titanium developed by Trend Micro. It uses the EXE file extension and is considered a Win64 EXE (Executable application) file.

The first version of TMSToolEx.exe was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 09/10/2019 inside Trend Micro Maximum Security 16. The latest version update [v16.0.0.1146] for Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security was 16 released on 09/10/2019.

In this article, you will find detailed TMSToolEx.exe information, a EXE file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	TMSToolEx.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	TMSToolEx Application
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Trend Micro Inc.
Software Program:	Trend Micro Titanium
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2019 Trend Micro Incorporated. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Chinese (Traditional)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
Entry Point:	0x15c40
Code Size:	186880

View Other TMSToolEx.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	341 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:25 13:16:21+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:07:29 12:12:46+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	14.0
Code Size:	186880
Initialized Data Size:	150016
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x15c40
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	16.0.0.1146
Product Version Number:	16.0.0.1146
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Chinese (Traditional)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Trend Micro Inc.
File Description:	TMSToolEx Application
File Version:	16.0.0.1146
Internal Name:	TMSToolEx
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2019 Trend Micro Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Trend Micro Titanium
Product Version:	16.0
Legal Trademarks:	Copyright (C) Trend Micro Inc.
Private Build:	Build 1146 - 7/29/2019

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What are TMSToolEx.exe Error Messages?

TMSToolEx.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when TMSToolEx.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security.

In most cases, TMSToolEx.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these TMSToolEx.exe error messages mean that Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common TMSToolEx.exe errors include:

TMSToolEx.exe - Bad Image.
TMSToolEx.exe Application Error.
TMSToolEx.exe could not be found.
TMSToolEx.exe could not be installed.
TMSToolEx.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
TMSToolEx.exe could not be started.
TMSToolEx.exe failed to initialize properly.
TMSToolEx.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
TMSToolEx.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
TMSToolEx.exe is not running.
Cannot find TMSToolEx.exe.
Error starting program: TMSToolEx.exe.
Faulting Application Path: TMSToolEx.exe.
The file TMSToolEx.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - TMSToolEx.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because TMSToolEx.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the TMSToolEx.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting TMSToolEx.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Trend Micro Titanium. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Trend Micro Inc., conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of TMSToolEx.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix TMSToolEx.exe Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your TMSToolEx.exe issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the TMSToolEx.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security software.

You can uninstall Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16

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Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many TMSToolEx.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the TMSToolEx.exe error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your TMSToolEx.exe File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate TMSToolEx.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free TMSToolEx.exe files for every applicable version of Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download TMSToolEx.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Titanium\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Titanium\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Titanium\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve TMSToolEx.exe problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download TMSToolEx.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying TMSToolEx.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Trend Micro typically does not release Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security EXE files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing TMSToolEx.exe and all other EXE files for Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

TMSToolEx.exe

16.0.0.1146

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Trend Micro Titanium
Software Version:	16.0.0.1146
File Version:	16.0.0.1146
File Size:	348984
File Date:	11/25/2019
MD5 Checksum:	260cf0559e3dfbbd3d23fc01a8ba0367
SHA1 Checksum:	08690f331e665d733ba316d67493ba8b7ab5dbc9
SHA256 Checksum:	9706a6a782d353ac7e62ab00c291a0bf24b7d87478668d8dbc89dc8c3d992a65
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Titanium\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	150016
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/25/2019

Trend Micro Internet Security 16

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

TMSToolEx.exe

16.0.0.1146

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Trend Micro Titanium
Software Version:	16.0.0.1146
File Version:	16.0.0.1146
File Size:	348984
File Date:	11/25/2019
MD5 Checksum:	260cf0559e3dfbbd3d23fc01a8ba0367
SHA1 Checksum:	08690f331e665d733ba316d67493ba8b7ab5dbc9
SHA256 Checksum:	9706a6a782d353ac7e62ab00c291a0bf24b7d87478668d8dbc89dc8c3d992a65
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Titanium\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	150016
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/25/2019

Trend Micro Maximum Security 16

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

TMSToolEx.exe

16.0.0.1146

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Trend Micro Titanium
Software Version:	16.0.0.1146
File Version:	16.0.0.1146
File Size:	348984
File Date:	11/25/2019
MD5 Checksum:	260cf0559e3dfbbd3d23fc01a8ba0367
SHA1 Checksum:	08690f331e665d733ba316d67493ba8b7ab5dbc9
SHA256 Checksum:	9706a6a782d353ac7e62ab00c291a0bf24b7d87478668d8dbc89dc8c3d992a65
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\Titanium\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	150016
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/25/2019

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Files Related to TMSToolEx.exe

EXE Files Related to TMSToolEx.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
TMSToolEx.exe	TMSToolEx Application	Trend Micro Titanium (16.0)	348984	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Deleted\Microsoft....
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RescueHelper.exe	RescueHelper	Trend Micro Titanium (16.0)	4940344	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.ZuneMusi...
TMAS_OL.exe	Trend Micro Anti-Spam for Outlook	Trend Micro Anti-Spam (TMAS) for Outlook (SpamBuster) (8.2)	1001256	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDrive\
OneDriveUpdaterService...	Updater Service	Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012)	2487144	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\

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setupact.log	Log	Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
SA.DAT	Game Data	Trend Micro Internet Security 16	6	C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
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