Fixing NativeMsg.json Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

The development of IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 by IObit prompted the latest creation of NativeMsg.json. It is also known as a JavaScript Object Notation file (file extension JSON), which is classified as a type of Internet Web (JavaScript Object Notation) file.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for NativeMsg.json was on 05/30/2019 inside Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120. On 09/12/2019, version 7.2.0.5748 was released for IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting JSON file problems with NativeMsg.json, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: NativeMsg.json
File Extension: JSON file extension
File Type: Internet Web
Description: JavaScript Object Notation
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748
Developer: IObit
Software: IObit Malware Fighter
Software Version: 7.2.0.5748
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 264
Oldest File Date: 11/27/2019
Latest File Date: 11/27/2019


What are NativeMsg.json Error Messages?


General NativeMsg.json Runtime Errors

NativeMsg.json file errors often occur during the startup phase of IObit Malware Fighter, but can also occur while the program is running. These types JSON errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while IObit Malware Fighter is running. Here are some of the most common NativeMsg.json runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Malware Fighter\Surfing Protection\NativeMsg.json

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most JSON errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your NativeMsg.json file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with IObit Malware Fighter), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, NativeMsg.json file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading IObit Malware Fighter, system crash while loading or saving NativeMsg.json, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix NativeMsg.json 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 NativeMsg.json 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 NativeMsg.json error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall IObit Malware Fighter 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 IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall IObit Malware Fighter software.

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

IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748

IObit

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 NativeMsg.json 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 NativeMsg.json 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 NativeMsg.json 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 NativeMsg.json file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free NativeMsg.json files for every applicable version of IObit Malware Fighter. 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 NativeMsg.json Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate IObit Malware Fighter folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Malware Fighter\Surfing Protection\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\Surfing Protection\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\Surfing Protection\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare Ultimate\Surfing Protection\
  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 NativeMsg.json 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 NativeMsg.json Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying NativeMsg.json to your appropriate Windows system directory. IObit typically does not release IObit Malware Fighter JSON 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 NativeMsg.json and all other JSON files for IObit Malware Fighter. An incorrectly installed JSON file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
NativeMsg.json JavaScript Object Notation IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 264 C:\Program Files (x86)\Total Video Player\
AppManifest.json JavaScript Object Notation IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 210 C:\Program Files\Adobe\Elements 2020 Organizer\...
ECSConfig.json JavaScript Object Notation IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 288 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
ECSConfig.json JavaScript Object Notation IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 264 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
prefs.json JavaScript Object Notation IObit Malware Fighter 7.2.0.5748 341 C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Adobe Captivate 20...

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CBS.log Log Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120 890557 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
CBS.log Log Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368 9916388 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
system.ini Windows Initialization Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368 58 C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\
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