How to Remove “SafeAssistant.dll”

What is SafeAssistant.dll?


The file named SafeAssistant.dll is developed by an unknown developer. Being an unidentified file, the program doesn’t receive any security updates and is prone to getting hijacked at an unexpected point. It lacks support from the developer making it a vulnerable target for malware and spyware. The threat level is 4.

SafeAssistant.dll is located in c:\windows\system32. The DLL file has a total size of 69.8 kilobytes and the last identified version of the file cannot be found. The file is a non-system process. Windows operating system requires a set of files to be running for the platform to function efficiently and this program is not one of them. It can be removed if found malicious.

Affected Platform: Windows OS.


How to check if your computer is infected with SafeAssistant.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 SafeAssistant.dll malware:
  • Internet connection fluctuates
  • SafeAssistant.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 SafeAssistant.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 SafeAssistant.dll   malware.

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

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

Safe Entries
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Safe Entries

Safe Entries
First Seen: 29 May 2009 at 8:04 am
No. Company File Type SHA1 MD5 Digitally
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1 ShenZhen Xunlei Networking Technologies,LTD Executable 821ebf7f1be8b10d
5983a8b698207bdb
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Yes 1, 0, 2,
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China
2 ShenZhen Xunlei Networking Technologies,LTD Executable a143f699449e12ce
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China
3 ShenZhen Xunlei Networking Technologies,LTD Executable f61e37eaac95160d
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Yes 1, 0, 3,
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1, 0, 3,
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Internal Submission
4 ShenZhen Xunlei Networking Technologies,LTD Executable ef285ae84a81c67a
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81587c7f
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Yes 1, 0, 2,
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China
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