Safer Networking Ltd. Spybot - Search & Destroy DLL SDHook32.dll

Fix, Download, and Update SDHook32.dll

Last Updated: 11/26/2024
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The development of Spybot - Search & Destroy by Safer Networking Ltd. prompted the latest creation of SDHook32.dll. It is also known as a Live Protection file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Executable application) file.

The initial introduction of SDHook32.dll released in Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40 was for Windows 10 on 07/01/2014. On 06/19/2017, version 2.6.46.2 was released for Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46.

In this article, you will find detailed SDHook32.dll information, a DLL file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SDHook32.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Live Protection
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Safer-Networking Ltd.
Software Program:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Legal Copyright:	© 2010-2017 Safer-Networking Ltd. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	ASCII
Language Code:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x25417
Code Size:	187904

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File Info	Description
File Size:	298 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:01 15:57:03+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2015:06:15 09:48:26+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	10.0
Code Size:	187904
Initialized Data Size:	93184
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x25417
OS Version:	5.1
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.1
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	2.6.46.2
Product Version Number:	2.6.46.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Neutral
Character Set:	ASCII
Company Name:	Safer-Networking Ltd.
File Description:	Live Protection
File Version:	2.6.46.2
Internal Name:
Legal Copyright:	© 2010-2017 Safer-Networking Ltd. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Product Version:	2.6.46.0
Comments:
Legal Trademarks:	Spybot® and Spybot - Search & Destroy® are registered trademarks.

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What are SDHook32.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library SDHook32.dll Errors

SDHook32.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like SDHook32.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like blindman.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Spybot - Search & Destroy) could share the same SDHook32.dll file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DLL file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when SDHook32.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Spybot - Search & Destroy is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common SDHook32.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - SDHook32.dll.
SDHook32.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\SDHook32.dll.
Cannot register SDHook32.dll.
Cannot start Spybot - Search & Destroy. A required component is missing: SDHook32.dll. Please install Spybot - Search & Destroy again.
Failed to load SDHook32.dll.
The application has failed to start because SDHook32.dll was not found.
The file SDHook32.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because SDHook32.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your SDHook32.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Spybot - Search & Destroy), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, SDHook32.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Spybot - Search & Destroy, system crash while loading SDHook32.dll, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, 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 SDHook32.dll 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 SDHook32.dll 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 SDHook32.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Spybot - Search & Destroy (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Spybot - Search & Destroy software.

You can uninstall Spybot - Search & Destroy 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 Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Spybot - Search & Destroy software.

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

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46

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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 SDHook32.dll 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 SDHook32.dll 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 SDHook32.dll 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 SDHook32.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SDHook32.dll files for every applicable version of Spybot - Search & Destroy. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download SDHook32.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Spybot - Search & Destroy folder location:

Windows 10: C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Spybot - Search & Destroy 2\
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 SDHook32.dll 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 SDHook32.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SDHook32.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Safer Networking Ltd. typically does not release Spybot - Search & Destroy DLL 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 SDHook32.dll and all other DLL files for Spybot - Search & Destroy. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SDHook32.dll

2.6.46.0

2.6.46.2

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Software Version:	2.6.46.0
File Version:	2.6.46.2
File Size:	305648
File Date:	01/01/2020
MD5 Checksum:	f26e0cf8a43b784d46fd6df37f935a5a
SHA1 Checksum:	0448ae6db07982494b423f9373177eec297ad6a4
SHA256 Checksum:	c83fffc90ae1bf6a285f042161ca33ba54ece4d2fc42975603e0c226f3c1fb31
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	93184
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	01/01/2020

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SDHook32.dll

2.3.39.0

2.3.39.2

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Software Version:	2.3.39.0
File Version:	2.3.39.2
File Size:	292544
File Date:	10/02/2019
MD5 Checksum:	9393a174f440ee1b43e73823647c023b
SHA1 Checksum:	78925a9032ef05c2ccc4522fa7657463b3f2244d
SHA256 Checksum:	d1c14ae444d15a4bc42b37361e00b6d64390f594390f9b62ddc55fb73fb5d887
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Spybot - Search & Destr ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	93184
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	10/02/2019

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Files Related to SDHook32.dll

DLL Files Related to SDHook32.dll

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
OneConnect.dll	Dynamic Link Library	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	4566016	C:\Windows\debug\
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System.Windows.dll	System.Windows.dll	Microsoft® .NET Framework (4.6.24301.0)	20824	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
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Other Files Related to SDHook32.dll

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diagwrn.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46	44683	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
api-ms-win-core-synch-...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	13160	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
api-ms-win-core-memory...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	18552	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
EtwRTEventLog-System.etl	Microsoft Event Trace Log	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	432	C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
api-ms-win-core-dateti...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	18040	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...

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