Safer Networking Ltd. Spybot - Search & Destroy DLL SDHook64.dll

Download SDHook64.dll and Fix DLL Errors

Last Updated: 12/04/2024
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The development of Spybot - Search & Destroy by Safer Networking Ltd. prompted the latest creation of SDHook64.dll. It is also known as a Live Protection file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win64 DLL (Executable application) file.

The first version of SDHook64.dll was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 07/01/2014 inside Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40. The newest file release date for Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.6.46 was 06/19/2017 [version 2.6.46.2].

Please continue reading to find your correct SDHook64.dll file version download (free), detailed file information, and DLL file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SDHook64.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:	0x1ea40
Code Size:	182784

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File Info	Description
File Size:	311 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:01 15:57:03+00:00
File Type:	Win64 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2015:06:15 09:48:33+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	10.0
Code Size:	182784
Initialized Data Size:	111104
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1ea40
OS Version:	5.2
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.2
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 SDHook64.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library SDHook64.dll Errors

SDHook64.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - SDHook64.dll.
SDHook64.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\SDHook64.dll.
Cannot register SDHook64.dll.
Cannot start Spybot - Search & Destroy. A required component is missing: SDHook64.dll. Please install Spybot - Search & Destroy again.
Failed to load SDHook64.dll.
The application has failed to start because SDHook64.dll was not found.
The file SDHook64.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because SDHook64.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your SDHook64.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, SDHook64.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Spybot - Search & Destroy, system crash while loading SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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 SDHook64.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SDHook64.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 SDHook64.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

SDHook64.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:	318512
File Date:	01/01/2020
MD5 Checksum:	527ecd75d90f3a3df0ff686235ec2263
SHA1 Checksum:	828d6de84e634883a9b0a21cfd00adfe518e5c10
SHA256 Checksum:	792298ed0cde9131a6e407111ba98ead2555abec7c685211fb2be0b878f5f15b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	111104
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	01/01/2020

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SDHook64.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:	305368
File Date:	10/02/2019
MD5 Checksum:	88672f72a8a8237eca6cedbc318dd01e
SHA1 Checksum:	e8ad7c6a242e2c22656a002e419b95bf7fcbe330
SHA256 Checksum:	00ef20ca1dd9020cacb3ae8eb7410568482a47ee517bb8d594ae04a2d3f0c61e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Spybot - Search & Destr ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	111104
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	10/02/2019

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