How to Download and Repair Lua52.dll (3 Step Guide)

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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lua52.dll uses the DLL file extension, which is more specifically known as a Dynamic Link Library file. It is classified as a Win32 DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file, created for Wireshark 3.0.0 by The Wireshark Team.

The initial introduction of lua52.dll released in ExtractNow 4.8.3 was for Windows 10 on 04/23/2017. The most recent release for Wireshark 3.0.0 launched on 02/28/2019 [version 3.0.0 release].

Please continue reading to find your correct lua52.dll file version download (free), detailed file information, and DLL file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: lua52.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Dynamic Link Library
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Wireshark 3.0.0
Developer: The Wireshark Team
Software: Wireshark
Software Version: 3.0.0
File Details
Entry Point: 0x1442
Code Size: 150016


What are lua52.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library lua52.dll Errors

lua52.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like lua52.dll, 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. Wireshark) could share the same lua52.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 lua52.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Wireshark is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common lua52.dll errors include:

Your lua52.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Wireshark), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, lua52.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Wireshark, system crash while loading lua52.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 lua52.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 lua52.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 lua52.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Wireshark 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 Wireshark 3.0.0 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Wireshark 3.0.0

The Wireshark Team

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 lua52.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 lua52.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 lua52.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 lua52.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free lua52.dll files for every applicable version of Wireshark. 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 lua52.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Wireshark folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Wireshark\
    Windows 10: C:\wamp64\bin\apache\apache2.4.39\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\wamp\bin\apache\apache2.4.41\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\xampp\apache\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\ExtractNow\
  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 lua52.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.



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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying lua52.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. The Wireshark Team typically does not release Wireshark 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 lua52.dll and all other DLL files for Wireshark. 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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