How to remove SiKernel error

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SiKernel.dll file information

The process belongs to the software SiKernel.dll by unknown.

Description: SiKernel.dll is located in the folder C:\Windows\System32. Known file sizes on Windows XP are 58368 bytes (89% of all occurrence), 57344 bytes.
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 0140DF95-9128-4053-AE72-F43F0CFCA062. There is no description of the program. The program is not visible. SiKernel.dll is located in the Windows folder, but it is not a Windows core file. The file is able to change the behavior or monitor the Internet Explorer. The file is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 83% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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External information from Tony Klein:

This spyware BHO (SiKernel.dll) is related to PolyFilter, parasite; purpose unclear

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as SiKernel.dll, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the SiKernel.dll 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

File is UPX compressed. Uncompressing it reveals more text in the code.
RobJE

Appears to be related to iNetFormFiller Free
CJ

Ist bei GData AVK 2005 dabei, ab Internet Security 2006 nicht mehr
launchee

gehört zum AntiVirenKit 2005 von G-Data
St.V.

soll gefährlich sein, s.link
Andri Caleisch (further information)

Security Task Manager Rating 80
Max aka SkIF

Summary: 1 user think SiKernel.dll is essential for Windows or an installed application. 1 user suspect danger. 1 user think SiKernel.dll is dangerous and recommend to remove it.. 4 users doesn't grade SiKernel.dll ("not sure about it").

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