How to Remove “CapiCom.dll”

What is CapiCom.dll?

The file named CapiCom.dll is developed by Microsoft Corporation. The developers are highly trustworthy as they are the publishers of the Windows operating system. It is available on all OS versions and is considered to be a threat free program. The DLL file is whitelisted by the community and by all major antivirus software programs.

CapiCom.dll is located in C:\Program Files\microsoft sdks\windows\v6.0a\bin\x64\capicom.dll. The total size of the file is 499.4 kilobytes. The latest version of the program available is 2.1.0.2. The original file name is Capicom and it is prevalently found in the older versions of the Windows OS. It is a non-system process and is considered totally clean based on last analysis.

Affected Platform: Windows 98,2000,XP,Vista

How to check if your computer is infected with CapiCom.dll malware?

Each malware is different and causes unique problems to the system. You will notice one or several of the following symptoms if your system is infected with CapiCom.dll malware:

  • Internet connection fluctuates
  • CapiCom.dll file is taking more of your CPU memory
  • System performance is very low
  • Browser is redirected to some strange websites
  • Interference of annoying popup ads
  • Other malwares infiltrate into the system

To further establish the malware infection, take the following steps:

  • Go to Task Manager by pressing the combination of keys ctrl+alt+del
  • Go to the process tab and right-click on the CapiCom.dll and open the file location

If the file is located outside C:\Windows\System32, then it is likely that the system is affected with CapiCom.dll malware.

How to remove CapiCom.dll malware from system using Comodo Antivirus?

Ideally, replacing the existing CapiCom.dll file on your computer with a different version procured from the internet is advisable. To remove the file using Comodo's trusted and effective antivirus software, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Download the award-winning Comodo Antivirus.

Step 2: Installation configuration frames will be displayed. Select the configuration you would like to apply.

Step 3: Select Customize Configuration option and arrange installers, configuration, and file location.

Step 4: Once the Installation is Finished, restart your PC.

Step 5: It will take some time for the Comodo Internet Security to update the antivirus.

Step 6: Proceed with a quick scan that automatically begins after the update.

Step 7: If threats are found during the scanning, you will be prompted with an alert screen.

Step 8: Comodo Antivirus will remove CapiCom.dll malware from your computer including all other malwares!

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