How to Remove “YSFileShim.dll”

What is YSFileShim.dll? 


The file named YSFileShim.dll is developed by an unknown developer. However, the DLL is confirmed to be safe because it has not been part of any malware, Trojan or virus attack in the past. The scan reports confirmed it to be good as it is found to be receiving security updates. The threat level is 1.

YSFileShim.dll is located in C:\Program Files\common files\apple\mobile device support\bin\ysfileshim.dll. The size of the DLL file is 17.8 kilobytes. The latest version of the file available is 8.4.8.0. The DLL is a non-system process which has no negative consequences on the performance of the Windows operating system and can readily be disabled.  

Affected Platforms: Windows Vista, 7


How to determine if your computer is infected with YSFileShim.dll malware?


Look out for these symptoms to check if your PC is infected with YSFileShim.dll malware:
  • Unstable internet connection
  • YSFileShim.dll occupies extra CPU space
  • PC processing speed slows down
  • Browser often redirects to irrelevant websites
  • Browser is bombarded with hordes of popup ads
  • Computer screen freezes repeatedly
Take the following steps to diagnose your PC for possible YSFileShim.dll malware attack:

Step 1: Simultaneously press CTRL+ALT+DEL keys to open Task Manager.

Step 2: If you notice the file located outside C:\Program Files\common files\apple\mobile device support\bin\ysfileshim.dll, perform an antivirus scan to get rid of the malware.

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

Step 1: Download our award-winning 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: Restart your PC after the installation gets over

Step 5: Wait for Comodo Internet Security to update the antivirus.

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

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

Step 8: Comodo Antivirus will remove YSFileShim.dll malware from your computer including all other malwares!
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First Seen: 10 September 2008 at 1:21 am
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