Should I block it?
No, this file is 100% safe to run.
 PE file structure
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Show functions |
Import table
advapi32.dll
StartServiceW, DeleteService, ControlService, CloseServiceHandle, OpenSCManagerW, CreateServiceW, OpenServiceW
kernel32.dll
CloseHandle, ReadFile, CreateFileW, FindFirstFileW, FlushFileBuffers, HeapFree, GetProcessHeap, HeapAlloc, GetLastError, GetModuleFileNameW, GetModuleHandleW, FindNextFileW, DeleteFileW, GetCurrentProcess, FindClose, InterlockedIncrement, GetTempPathW, WaitForSingleObject, DeviceIoControl, CreateThread, CreateEventW, Module32NextW, Module32FirstW, CreateToolhelp32Snapshot, Process32NextW, Process32FirstW, GetFileInformationByHandle, WriteFile, CopyFileW, GetProcAddress
shell32.dll
SHGetFolderPathW
version.dll
GetFileVersionInfoSizeW, GetFileVersionInfoW, VerQueryValueW
Export table
ARK_CleanThreat
ARK_Finalize
ARK_Initialize
ARK_Install
ARK_Scan
ARK_Uninstall
gfiark.dll
VIPRE Anti-Rootkit by ThreatTrack Security (Signed)
| Version: | 6.0.112 |
| MD5: | 3f20b1f14617ebe8cf3c7316b62c71e5 |
| SHA1: | f2343a6e56bf6674d499630cebd2c933a7542c5c |
Overview
gfiark.dll is loaded as dynamic link library that runs in the context of a process. It is installed with a couple of know programs including GFI Business Agent published by GFI Software, UnThreat Free AntiVirus 2013 from Scandium Security Inc. and UnThreat Free AntiVirus 2013 by Scandium Security Inc.. The file is digitally signed by ThreatTrack Security which was issued by the DigiCert Inc certificate authority (CA).
Details
| File name: | gfiark.dll |
| Publisher: | ThreatTrack Security |
| Product name: | VIPRE Anti-Rootkit |
| Description: | gfiark.dll |
| Typical file path: | C:\Program Files\paretologic\xoftspy antivirus pro\gfiark.dll |
| File version: | 6.0.112 |
| Size: | 28.4 KB (29,080 bytes) |
| Build date: | 5/23/2013 2:39 PM |
| Certificate |
| Issued to: | ThreatTrack Security |
| Authority (CA): | DigiCert Inc |
| Digital DNA |
| PE subsystem: | Windows GUI |
| File packed: | No |
| .NET CLR: | No |
More details
Programs
The following programs will install this file
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“Malware scanning is done behind the scenes so you can work without being interrupted. The Threat Scanner is the core of the StopSign malware defense engine. Its primary objective is to detect, identify, and cure computer infections of any kind, including viruses, spyware, trojans, root kits, keyloggers, worms, browser hijacking software, and any other malware variant on the Internet today. When you download StopSign and install it, you’...”
“FileOpen is an encryption and digital rights management software to control access to documents, inside and outside of the enterprise. FileOpen software works with standard document formats and viewers such as Adobe Reader® and Microsoft Office® to seamlessly manage access without frustrating your users. With flexible solutions for both internal and cloud deployment, FileOpen document security products are trusted by corporations, gover...”
“GFI VIPRE® Antivirus Business is a scalable Endpoint Solution that protects your networked machines from all types of malware and viruses and includes a firewall (Premium only). Its Bad URL Blocking feature under web filtering prevents end users from accidentally opening known bad websites (Premium only). VIPRE Business can be installed at more than one physical location and still be centrally managed. Its policy-based architecture allo...”
“VIPRE Internet Security is the award-winning antivirus software that includes a firewall, a spam filter and bad website blocking into one powerful solution for complete protection against malware. From a two-way firewall that keeps away malicious Internet traffic to VIPRE® Easy Update™ that automatically updates out-of-date software, VIPRE Internet Security 2013 features provide complete PC security. Updates the most common cause of PC ...”
“Vipre Antivirus is the essential antivirus software that protects against over 100,000 new web threats every day without slowing down your computer. It also eliminates conflicts during installation with Vipre Easy Install, protects against email viruses and phishing scams and scans USB sticks and other removable drives for malicious software. Vipre Antivirus keeps your personal and financial information safe from identity theft, cybercr...”
“A stand-alone product or part of the GFI MAX RemoteManagement tool, this is an easy to deploy, easy to configure and easy to manage antivirus solution for MSPs and IT Support companies. Ideal for helping migrate customers to managed services, Managed Antivirus helps you to make money and demonstrate your true value. Based on the award-winning VIPRE Enterprise Software (ICSA and VB100 certified), Managed Antivirus offers you and your ...”
“With VIPRE’s small footprint, you don’t sacrifice anti-malware software protection for performance. VIPRE Antivirus Business offers you all the protection you need without the bloat. VIPRE Antivirus Business is the small-footprint antivirus and Mobile Device Management software that enables you to centrally protect and manage PCs, Macs, iPhones, iPads and Android devices. Defend your organization with anti-malware software without slowi...”
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
Part of Shavlik Protect, an administrator utility that provides patch, antivrius and virtual asset management.
AntiVirus software that uses the GFI AntiMalware engine with a custom UI.
XoftSpy Detects & Removes Spyware, Adware, Hijackers & Other Malicious Files.
Distribution by Windows OS
| OS version | distribution |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
50.00% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
50.00% |
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Distribution by country
Canada installs about 50.00% of VIPRE Anti-Rootkit.
Distribution by PC manufacturer
| PC Manufacturer | distribution |
| Dell |
50.00% |
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| Sony |
50.00% |
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