AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll Download and Repair: Troubleshooting DLL Errors

Last Updated: 12/10/2023
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AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll is considered a type of adaware updater kernel file. It is most-commonly used in adaware antivirus developed by Lavasoft. It uses the DLL file extension and is considered a Win64 DLL (Executable application) file.

The initial introduction of AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll released in Adaware Antivirus 12.4.930.11587 was for Windows 10 on 06/27/2018. This file marks the latest update from Lavasoft, according to our records.

This article discusses complete file details, DLL file troubleshooting instructions for problems with AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: adaware updater kernel
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: adaware
Software Program: adaware antivirus
Legal Copyright: © adaware
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x30b974
Code Size: 3494400


What are AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll Errors

AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like wuauclt.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Adaware Antivirus) could share the same AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll 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 DLL 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Adaware Antivirus is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll errors include:

Your AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Adaware Antivirus), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adaware Antivirus, system crash while loading AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll, 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Adaware Antivirus (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Adaware Antivirus software.

You can uninstall Adaware Antivirus 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 Adaware Antivirus 12.4.930.11587 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Adaware Antivirus software.

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

Adaware Antivirus 12.4.930.11587

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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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll files for every applicable version of Adaware Antivirus. 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adaware Antivirus folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\adaware\adaware antivirus\adaware antivirus\12.6.1005.11662\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\adaware\adaware antivirus\updater\12.6.1005.11662\
  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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Lavasoft typically does not release Adaware Antivirus DLL 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 AdAwareUpdaterKernel.dll and all other DLL files for Adaware Antivirus. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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