iesplg.dll - Is iesplg.dll spyware, adware, or a virus?

what is iesplg.dll?
Purpose of iesplg.dll:



Process or task name:

Be sure to always double check your spelling if you are concerned about spyware, as often spyware will use a very similiar spelling of system processes or other common tasks. iesplg.dll

File type:
Dll program - Files that have a dll extension are called modules/functions or programs loaded into memory.

Purpose of this file:
IESPLG.DLL is a program that was most likely installed by you when you installed video codec files, as this runs in your browser as a BHO object. The correct disk location is shown below for this exe file, always verify the location to make sure it is not spyware or virus related. This virus program has been reported by many as a trojan file along with other files installed with it, and is known as the Trojan Downloader.Zlob.Media Codec. Be carefull when downloading codec files for your videos, as many of these can be virus or trojan related. This can download other files also, so be aware if you have this as you may have more trojans hidden also. This program is considered virus related and action should be taken to clean it up. Note that this is a BHO object that is running in your IE browser, so do not browse or access financial sites until cleaned up. (If you need a BHO cleanup program or BHO disabler, download Complete Cleanup and use the BHO button to remove this. Note that other trojan files are most likely also on your pc related to this, but this is the only part of the codec trojan that is a BHO object in your web browser). Visit iesplg.dll for complete information on this task or process. If you would like help on other tasks or processes, you can view the entire process and task directory here.

What is the iesplg.dll location, where is it stored on my computer?
This program can be found on your computer at C:\Program Files\Video ActiveX Access\iesplg.dll


Note on file and folder locations: Remember that although many files are always in default file locations, some files can easily be moved to different locations or change names like many spyware, adware, or popup programs do. If you suspect you have spyware or adware, check to see if you see a similiar names stored elsewhere. It always helps to check your tasklist also to see what is currently running on your computer. You can always view the tasklist on your computer by pressing ctrl-alt-del to view your "task manager", and then click the "processes" tab. This will show you all tasks running on your computer. Dll files will NOT show on your computer tasklist, as dll files are actually part of other processes. You may see similiar program names running if spyware or adware is on your computer, for example, iesplg.dll may be slightly misspelled to keep you from finding it, or spyware and adware may be named very similiar to a system file. Make sure always check the location of tasks or processes if you are concerned. iesplg.dll can also be used by other programs or software, as there is no standard on software program names what companies choose.

  • Is iesplg.dll spyware?
        No.

  • Is this considered adware or popup related?
        No.

  • Is this considered a virus or trojan?
        Yes.

  • Would you recommend that I remove iesplg.dll?
        Yes, I would remove iesplg.dll if it was on my computer. If you wish to do this, and you get an error message because you cannot access it, you should first terminate the task in your tasklist and then attempt to add it to your recycle bin again.

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    IESPLG.DLL is a program that was most likely installed by you when you installed video codec files, as this runs in your browser as a BHO object. The correct disk location is shown below for this exe file, always verify the location to make sure it is not spyware or virus related. This virus program has been reported by many as a trojan file along with other files installed with it, and is known as the Trojan Downloader.Zlob.Media Codec. Be carefull when downloading codec files for your videos, as many of these can be virus or trojan related. This can download other files also, so be aware if you have this as you may have more trojans hidden also. This program is considered virus related and action should be taken to clean it up. Note that this is a BHO object that is running in your IE browser, so do not browse or access financial sites until cleaned up. (If you need a BHO cleanup program or BHO disabler, download Complete Cleanup and use the BHO button to remove this. Note that other trojan files are most likely also on your pc related to this, but this is the only part of the codec trojan that is a BHO object in your web browser). This program can be found on your computer at C:\Program Files\Video ActiveX Access\iesplg.dll Please feel free to check www.what-is-exe.com for any future lookups or updates, as this index is continually changing and expanding.