> Source: [sk131132](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk131132)

# sk131132 - Endpoint Security Threat Emulation blade permanently utilizes CPU near 25-30%

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| Solution ID | sk131132 |
| Date Created | 2018-07-10 |
| Last Modified | 2023-08-09 |
| Technical Level | General |
| Products | Endpoint Security |
| Versions | Cloud, E89.X, E88.X |
| OS | Windows |

## Symptoms

- * Endpoint Security Threat Emulation blade permanently utilizes CPU near 25-30%.
* Process monitor log shows that Chrome browser extension writes to registry a lot:  
  ![](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/sc/SolutionsStatics/sk131132/Procmon1807040138.JPG "procmon")

## Cause

Chrome browser extension issue.

## Solution

This problem was fixed. The fix is included in:

* **[Endpoint Security Client E80.86](https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk133172&partition=General&product=Endpoint)**

Check Point recommends to always [upgrade to the most recent version](https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk117536&partition=General&product=Endpoint).  

For earlier versions, [Contact Check Point Support](https://www.checkpoint.com/support-services/contact-support/) to get a workaround for this issue.  
A Support Engineer will make sure the Hotfix is compatible with your environment before providing the Hotfix.  
For faster resolution and verification please collect [CPinfo](https://supportcenter.checkpoint.com/supportcenter/portal?eventSubmit_doGoviewsolutiondetails=&solutionid=sk90445) file from the Endpoint Security Client involved in the case.

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