How to remove an iesdsg.dll error

Iesdsg.dll is a Windows DLL file. DLL is the abbreviation for Dynamic Link Library. DLL files are needed by programs or web browser extensions, because they contain program code, data, and resources. The following information can help you determine if iesdsg.dll belonging to the Windows system or an application you can trust.

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Iesdsg.dll file information

The process known as Site Guard belongs to software Spyware Doctor or Acoustica Effects Pack or Bill's Calendar for Windows or Maplin CD ROM Catalogue or Fruity Loops Studio or Lord Of Rings-Return Of King by PC Tools (www.pctools.com) or PCTools.com (www.pctools.com) or PC Tools Pty (www.pctools.com).

Description: iesdsg.dll is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files" or sometimes in a subfolder of "C:\Documents and Settings" - typically C:\Program Files\Spyware Doctor\tools\. Known file sizes on Windows 7/XP are 825,528 bytes (25% of all occurrences), 786,656 bytes and 11 more variants.
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 5C8B2A36-3DB1-42A4-A3CB-D426709BBFEB. The program is not visible. Iesdsg.dll is able to monitor Internet browser. The service has no detailed description. The file is not a Windows core file. The file is a Verisign signed file. Iesdsg.dll is certified by a trustworthy company. iesdsg.dll is able to record inputs, monitor applications and manipulate other programs. Therefore the technical security rating is 50% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.
In case of problems with iesdsg.dll, you can also look for help from the software company Pctools, update the program to the latest version or completely remove Spyware Doctor or Acoustica Effects Pack (Control Panel⇒Add/Remove programs).

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This legitimate BHO (iesdsg.dll) is related to PCTools Spyware Doctor

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as iesdsg.dll, particularly when located in the c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Therefore, you should check the iesdsg.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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User Comments

Part Spyware doctor site guard
Jock

This error occurs as the BHO becomes corrupt. Just close down the SD and delete the iesdsg.dll file located in the C:\Program Files\Spyware Doctor\Tools . Restart SD and run the Smart Update.
Guru

Part of Spyware Doctor, I had this problem and running a Spyware Doctor scan then repair made it dissappear.
tigerhwk

Causes javascript errors on some web pages
Mark

If you really want to get rid of it, uninstall Spyware Doctor.

Part of Spyware Doctor. But SPW seems to hog processor resources at times, so I switch it off via the system tray if the computer slows down
Stu

I can't get rid of !!!!!!!!!
al gough

Windows Explorer blows up on this DLL when SD is loaded
Old Guy

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Summary: Average user rating of iesdsg.dll: based on 20 votes with 9 reviews.

7 users think iesdsg.dll is essential for Windows or an installed application. 5 users think it's probably harmless. 4 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 2 users suspect danger. 2 users think iesdsg.dll is dangerous and recommend removing it. 4 users doesn't grade iesdsg.dll ("not sure about it").

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