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How to remove an CmpsIE error


The free file information forum can help you determine if CmpsIE.dll is a virus, trojan, spyware, or adware that you can remove, or a file belonging to a Windows system or an application you can trust.

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CmpsIE.dll file information

The process known as CompassIE - Bridge for Compass and IE belongs to software COMPASS or Compass by Softgauge.com (www.softgauge.com).

Description: CmpsIE.dll is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". The file size on Windows 7/XP is 61,440 bytes. http://www.file.net/process/cmpsie.dll.html 
This .dll file is a Browser Helper Object (BHO) that runs automatically every time you start your Internet browser. BHOs are not stopped by personal firewalls, because they are identified by the firewall as your browser itself. BHOs are often used by adware and spyware. The unique ID of this BHO is E479EDE1-923E-11D3-B82B-00E09871521B. The program has no visible window. The file is able to change the behavior or monitor Internet Explorer. There is no detailed description of this service. The file is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 62% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.
In the event of any problems with CmpsIE.dll, you can also uninstall the associated program (Start > Control Panel > Add/Remove programs > Compass).

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External information from Tony Klein:

  • This legitimate BHO (CompassIE.dll, CmpsIE.dll) is related to Compass

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as CmpsIE.dll, particularly when located in the c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Therefore, you should check the CmpsIE.dll process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.



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Summary: Average user rating of CmpsIE.dll: based on 1 votes with 1 reviews.
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