What is PacketTracer.dll?

The file named PacketTracer.dll is developed by Igor Pavlov. The file doesn’t have a valid digital signature. The program is considered safe by most scan reports because it has not been hijacked by a Trojan or used by any malware. The file is associated with the 7z SFX software. The threat level of the file is 1.

PacketTracer.dll is located in C:\users\{user}\downloads\packettracer.exe. The total size of the DLL is quite large at 54.3 megabytes. The last identified version of the product is 9.20. The default language of the file is English. Being a non-system process, it can be removed if found to be infected by any virus.

Affected Platform: Windows 7

How to check if your computer is infected with PacketTracer.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 PacketTracer.dll malware:

• Internet connection fluctuates
• PacketTracer.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 PacketTracer.dll and open the file location

If the file is located outside C:\users\{user}\downloads\packettracer.exe, then it is likely that the system is affected with PacketTracer.dll malware.

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

Ideally, replacing the existing PacketTracer.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 PacketTracer.dll malware from your computer including all other malwares!