How to remove READREG error

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READREG.exe file information

The process ReadReg MFC Application belongs to the software ReadReg Application by Creative Technology Limited.

Description: READREG.exe is located in the folder C:\Windows. Known file sizes on Windows XP are 35840 bytes (38% of all occurrence), 180224 bytes, 176128 bytes.
The program has a visible window. The application is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run, HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce, HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run). File READREG.exe is not a Windows core file. READREG.exe is able to record inputs. Therefore the technical security rating is 27% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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If READREG.exe is located in the folder C:\Windows\System32 then the security rating is 14% dangerous. File size is 38400 bytes. The program has a visible window. The program starts when Windows starts (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run, HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce, HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run). READREG.exe is not a Windows core file.

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as READREG.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the READREG.exe process on your pc whether it is pest. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. It is one of the Top Download Picks of 2005 of The Washington Post and PC World.

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User Comments

It's a Creative Labs file used to add/remove audio cards and drivers. Apparently it can be corrupted easily and is often used as a cover for trojans.
Andrew

disables audio drivers
Sean Smith

Summary: 2 users think READREG.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 1 user think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 1 user think READREG.exe is dangerous and recommend to remove it..

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