How to Repair Certdb.dat (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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The development of ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 by ZoneAlarm prompted the latest creation of certdb.dat. It is also known as a Game Data file (file extension DAT), which is classified as a type of Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file.

The initial introduction of certdb.dat released in ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 was for Windows 10 on 04/30/2019. This file marks the latest update from ZoneAlarm, according to our records.

Please continue reading to find your correct certdb.dat file version download (free), detailed file information, and DAT file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: certdb.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012
Developer: ZoneAlarm
Software: ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019
Software Version: 15.6.028.18012
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 3269650
Oldest File Date: 12/16/2019
Latest File Date: 12/16/2019


What are certdb.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library certdb.dat Errors

certdb.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like certdb.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like MpSigStub.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019) could share the same certdb.dat file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DAT file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when certdb.dat is attempted to be loaded either when ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common certdb.dat errors include:

Your certdb.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, certdb.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019, system crash while loading certdb.dat, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix certdb.dat Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your certdb.dat issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the certdb.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 software.

You can uninstall ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

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Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many certdb.dat error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the certdb.dat error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your certdb.dat File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate certdb.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free certdb.dat files for every applicable version of ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download certdb.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\Data\avsys\bases_csd\core\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve certdb.dat problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download certdb.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying certdb.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. ZoneAlarm typically does not release ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 DAT files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing certdb.dat and all other DAT files for ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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sfdb_md5.dat Game Data ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 2228224 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\microsoft.windowsc...
FontCache-S-1-5-18.dat Game Data ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 8388608 C:\Windows\System32\WDI\{86432a0b-3c7d-4ddf-a89...
settings.dat Game Data ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 8192 C:\Windows\System32\
bl0032.dat Game Data ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 102425 C:\Windows\ServiceProfiles\NetworkService\AppDa...
9WZDNCRFJ364.dat Game Data ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 460 C:\Windows\Temp\44C7A540-18EC-41DB-9E7E-5640699...

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api-ms-win-core-profil... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.10586.212) 18112 C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\avsys\
api-ms-win-core-heap-l... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 11112 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
api-ms-win-core-sysinf... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.10586.212) 19648 C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\avsys\
PerfStringBackup.INI Windows Initialization ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 1321920 C:\Windows\System32\
api-ms-win-core-debug-... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.14393.33) 17600 C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\Install\


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