Cimmanifest.exe: What Is It & How to Fix its Errors

All the information you need about the cimmanifest.exe process

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Key notes

  • The cimmanifest.exe process comes with the Radeon Software Crimson Edition.
  • This process is completely safe and does not consume high resources normally.
  • You can fix its related issues by reinstalling the graphics driver.
cimmanifest.exe

You might have noticed a process named cimmanifest.exe under the processes tab on Task Manager, and you are wondering what it does.

There is nothing to worry about with this process, as it is safe. This guide will alleviate your worries with detailed information about cimmannifest.exe and how to fix its related issues.

What is cimmanifest.exe?

Cimmanifest.exe is an executable file part of the Radeon Software Crimson Edition. It helps to check for updates for its parent software and notify you when a newer version is available.

This process is not harmful and works in the background without hogging your PC resources. It should be noted that viruses can sometimes disguise as different processes.

So, if you notice cimmanifest.exe using a high CPU or disk, it might be due to malware activity. But this should be fixed by performing a malware scan.

How can I fix cimmanifest.exe issues?

1. Uninstall the AMD Radeon Software Crimson Edition software

  1. Press the Windows key, type control, and click the Control Panel option.
    control panel cimmanifest.exe
  2. Click the Uninstall a program link under the Programs option.
    uninstall a
  3. Now, right-click the Radeon Software Crimson Edition software, select Uninstall, and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
    uninstall correct cimmanifest.exe
  4. Finally, visit the official website to download the latest version of the software.

The quickest way to fix issues related to the cimmanifest.exe issue is to uninstall its parent software. This is because most of these problems have been fixed in the latest version of the software.

2. Reinstall your graphics driver

  1. Press the Windows key + X and choose Device Manager.
    device manager
  2. Double-click the Display adapters section and right-click the driver under it.
  3. Now, select Uninstall device option.
    uninstall device cimmanifest.exe
  4. Tick the Attempt to remove the driver for this device checkbox and click the Uninstall button.
    uninstall button
  5. Finally, restart your PC and visit the official website to download and install the latest driver.

Another effective fix for issues related to cimmanifest.exe is to reinstall the AMD Radeon graphics driver. This solution is effective when you are facing issues related to crashing some apps.

Ensure your system performs smoothly and avoids all GPU driver errors by using a complete driver update assistant, namely Outbyte Driver Updater, that will do the job for you. Here's how to safely update your drivers:
  1. Download and install the Outbyte Driver Updater app.
  2. Launch the software and wait for the app to detect all incompatible drivers.
  3. Now, it will show you a list of all faulty drivers to select the ones to Update or Ignore.
    OutByte Driver Updater Scan
  4. Click on Update & Apply Selected to download and install the newest versions.
  5. Restart your PC to ensure the applied changes.
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3. Update your PC

  1. Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app and click Windows Update in the left pane.
  2. Click the Check for updates button.
    check for cimmanifest.exe
  3. Now, download and install all available updates.

An outdated PC is the bedrock of many issues, and you cannot rule it out when it comes to issues related to the cimmanifest.exe process. Hence, it is important always to keep your operating system updated.

4. Scan for malware

  1. Press the Windows key + S, type virus, and choose Virus & threat protection.
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  2. Click the Scan options link on the next page.
    scan options
  3. Finally, select your preferred scan option and click the Scan now button.
    scan now

As mentioned earlier, viruses can disguise as the cimmanifest.exe process and cause high CPU or disk usage. In this case, you need to run a full malware scan to eliminate the virus.

Another option is to use effective security software in ESET NOD32 to get rid of even the most hidden viruses. With this tool, you are assured that malware will be eliminated before it can cause problems on your PC.

5. Perform a system restore

  1. Press the Windows key + R, type rstrui.exe, and press Enter.
    rstrui cimmanifest.exe
  2. Click Next on the new page.
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  3. Now, choose your ideal restore point and click the Next button.
    restore point
  4. Finally, click Finish and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
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If you started facing problems with cimmanifest.exe after making changes to your PC, you need to perform a system restore. This will help reverse the changes that might be causing the problem.

The cimmanifest.exe process is an integral part of the Radeon Software Crimson Edition software. However, it is not a system file and can be removed if needed.

Also, if you are facing issues related to this process, we have detailed the known solutions to fix them.

In the same vein, if you are wondering what the ose.exe process is, you will find all the information needed in our guide.

Feel free to share your experience with this process with us in the comments below.

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Ola-Hassan Bolaji

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Windows Hardware Expert

A Computer Engineering graduate, he has spent most of his life reading and writing about computers. He finds joy in simplifying complex topics into simple solutions for PC users. The quality of his work and providing step-wise tested and proven solutions to PC issues are all that matter to him. Away from computers, he is either reading or watching football!