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

what is papim.dll?
Purpose of papim.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. papim.dll

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

Purpose of this file:
Papim.dll is a file which most likely found its way onto your system without your even knowing it. The correct file location is also listed at the bottom of this page, and should always be checked to make sure you are looking at the same folder. This file appears to be part of the virus/worm known by the name Worm.Fatso-A.Process. I cannot verify this for certain at this time but it has been found on computers that also contain this virus. The best I can recommend right now is to turn off your BHO entries so this doesn't run (you can always rename it to a different name also to make sure its not running anymore, and rename back if needed). If you do not know how to turn off BHO's, download Complete Cleanup at softdd.com and use the on/off button to toggle BHO's off. Visit papim.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 papim.dll location, where is it stored on my computer?
You can find this file on your drive in folder C:\WINDOWS\system32\papim.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, papim.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. papim.dll can also be used by other programs or software, as there is no standard on software program names what companies choose.

  • Is papim.dll spyware?
        No.

  • Is this considered adware or popup related?
        No.

  • Is this considered a virus or trojan?
        No.

  • Would you recommend that I remove papim.dll?
        No, I would not remove this file.

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    Papim.dll is a file which most likely found its way onto your system without your even knowing it. The correct file location is also listed at the bottom of this page, and should always be checked to make sure you are looking at the same folder. This file appears to be part of the virus/worm known by the name Worm.Fatso-A.Process. I cannot verify this for certain at this time but it has been found on computers that also contain this virus. The best I can recommend right now is to turn off your BHO entries so this doesn't run (you can always rename it to a different name also to make sure its not running anymore, and rename back if needed). If you do not know how to turn off BHO's, download Complete Cleanup at softdd.com and use the on/off button to toggle BHO's off. You can find this file on your drive in folder C:\WINDOWS\system32\papim.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.