sam.exe: which program is it?
sam.exe is a program file of AWS SAM Command Line Interface. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 AWS SAM Command Line Interface | AWS Serverless Applications | 1.170.0 | %ProgramFiles%/Amazon/AWSSAMCLI |
Frequently asked questions
Is sam.exe safe?
sam.exe is a normal part of AWS SAM Command Line Interface when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is sam.exe located?
By default the installer puts it in %ProgramFiles%/Amazon/AWSSAMCLI. The folder can be changed during installation.
How do I remove sam.exe?
Uninstall AWS SAM Command Line Interface through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes sam.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.