Safer Networking Ltd. Spybot - Search & Destroy EXE SDScan.exe

Troubleshooting SDScan.exe: How To Guide (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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EXE files such as SDScan.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Executable application) files. As a Malware Scanner file, it was created for use in Spybot - Search & Destroy by Safer Networking Ltd..

SDScan.exe was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 07/01/2014 with Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40. The latest version update [v2.6.46.181] for Spybot - Search & Destroy was 2.6.46 released on 06/19/2017.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting EXE file problems with SDScan.exe, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SDScan.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Malware Scanner
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:	© 2000-2017 Safer-Networking Ltd. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	ASCII
Language Code:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x3a1b78
Code Size:	3804160

View Other SDScan.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	5.9 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:01 15:57:46+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2016:03:21 12:48:15+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	2.25
Code Size:	3804160
Initialized Data Size:	2277376
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x3a1b78
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	2.6.46.181
Product Version Number:	2.6.46.181
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:	Malware Scanner
File Version:	2.6.46.181
Internal Name:
Legal Copyright:	© 2000-2017 Safer-Networking Ltd. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Product Version:	2.6.46.0
Legal Trademarks:	Spybot® and Spybot - Search & Destroy® are registered trademarks.

^✻ Portions of file data provided by Exiftool (Phil Harvey) distributed under the Perl Artistic License.

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What are SDScan.exe Error Messages?

SDScan.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Spybot - Search & Destroy errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when SDScan.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Spybot - Search & Destroy is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Spybot - Search & Destroy.

In most cases, SDScan.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these SDScan.exe error messages mean that Spybot - Search & Destroy was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Spybot - Search & Destroy will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common SDScan.exe errors include:

SDScan.exe - Bad Image.
SDScan.exe Application Error.
SDScan.exe could not be found.
SDScan.exe could not be installed.
SDScan.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
SDScan.exe could not be started.
SDScan.exe failed to initialize properly.
SDScan.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
SDScan.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
SDScan.exe is not running.
Cannot find SDScan.exe.
Error starting program: SDScan.exe.
Faulting Application Path: SDScan.exe.
The file SDScan.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - SDScan.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because SDScan.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the SDScan.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting SDScan.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Spybot - Search & Destroy. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Safer-Networking Ltd., conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of SDScan.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by 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 SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe 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

Safer Networking Ltd.

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 SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe 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 SDScan.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SDScan.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Safer Networking Ltd. typically does not release Spybot - Search & Destroy EXE 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 SDScan.exe and all other EXE files for Spybot - Search & Destroy. An incorrectly installed EXE 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

SDScan.exe

2.6.46.181

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Software Version:	2.6.46.181
File Version:	2.6.46.181
File Size:	6191000
File Date:	01/01/2020
MD5 Checksum:	63c5a12795ba0a417711098c043e236a
SHA1 Checksum:	050fbf0372a4109f867bcc3453f66bc8bb0d6032
SHA256 Checksum:	59bf7892f0f03abc021768167babfa768ae7aaed6776c758e7eae6229634e77f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\SpybotPortable\App\Spybot\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	2277376
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/01/2020

Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SDScan.exe

2.4.40.0

2.4.40.181

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Spybot - Search & Destroy
Software Version:	2.4.40.0
File Version:	2.4.40.181
File Size:	4818848
File Date:	10/02/2019
MD5 Checksum:	280c014187e24860a7c860329513208f
SHA1 Checksum:	9b7e44aa41fe115b799fdbae9dc3755867553bb1
SHA256 Checksum:	7844e4883f8a83711c1f9122f336f76fbc29b3c239aeb0cf5cbd6178e8721aa7
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Spybot - Search & Destr ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	1974272
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/02/2019

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WmiApRpl.ini	Windows Initialization	Spybot - Search & Destroy 2.4.40	29736	C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
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