Re: DLL Error
Avanator wrote:
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> Upon startup I keep getting the error:
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> Error loading C:\Users\Avanator\AppData\Local\Temp\ddcCTIIK.dll
> The specified module could not be found.
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> I've cleaned my registry with RegCure and still get the error. I also
> tried searching some DLL download databases and there's no "ddcCTIIK"
> dll to be found.
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> Any advice on what I can do to solve this error?
You don't want that .dll. A Google for it only turns up your post, which is
a strong indication that the file is malware. If you recently cleaned up
your machine, then your cleaning tools (your antivirus perhaps?) left a
reference to the file in Startup. If you haven't recently done any
virus/malware scanning, it would be a good idea. Once you are sure the
machine is clean, manage your Startup as suggested below.
BTW, RegCure is a good way to hose your system entirely. See this thread for
why:
http://aumha.net/viewtopic.php?t=28099 - registry cleaner thread
Be sure the computer is clean:
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware
Manage the Startup:
Start Orb>Start Search box>msconfig [enter]
If you are prompted for an administrator password or for a confirmation,
type the password, or click Continue. Then see what is on the Startup tab.
You don't need to restart immediately, but the next time you do you'll get
a dialog saying you've used the Utility. Usually in Vista this will be
blocked by Windows Defender and you'll need to allow it so you can then
tick the box that says in effect, "don't bother me about this again".
Important - Do not use the System Configuration Utility to stop processes.
Instead, use Start>Run>services.msc [enter] and do not stop any services
unless you really, really know what you're doing.
The free Autoruns program is very useful for managing your Startup -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/sysinternals/default.mspx - Autoruns
Malke
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date: Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:04:57 -0700
author: Malke lid
