Should I block it?

No, this file is 100% safe to run.

Additional versions

0e8c1	66.67%
78bf8	16.67%
4195b	16.67%

(Note, Stardock Corporation publishes each variation of this file with the same version, but the hashes are unique.)

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dockshellhook.dll

By Stardock Corporation (Signed)

Remove dockshellhook.dll

MD5:	4195b4d91cfa41f3368a2be3e1530160
SHA1:	12fc9f9b7ad1ca94c06e81a17c8276385bb323b8

Overview

dockshellhook.dll is loaded as dynamic link library that runs in the context of a process. It is installed with a couple of know programs including ObjectDock published by Stardock Corporation, ObjectDock Free from Stardock Corporation and ObjectDock Free by Stardock Corporation. The file is digitally signed by Stardock Corporation which was issued by the The USERTRUST Network certificate authority (CA).

Details

File name:	dockshellhook.dll
Typical file path:	C:\Program Files\stardock\objectdockfree\dockshellhook.dll
Size:	109.77 KB (112,400 bytes)
Build date:	5/1/2007 1:18 AM
Certificate
Issued to:	Stardock Corporation
Authority (CA):	The USERTRUST Network
Digital DNA
File packed:	No
.NET CLR:	No

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Programs

The following programs will install this file

Search Protect

Client Connect LTD

79% remove

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ObjectDock

Stardock Corporation

3% remove

ObjectDock allows the user to place shortcuts to any program in a "dock." This provides Windows users functionality similar to that of Mac OS X. The program comes in two versions, free, and a paid version offering more features. ObjectDock can be used as a program launcher, or as a complete taskbar replacement. Its functionality can be enhanced with plugins to provide features such as weather forecasts or news.

ObjectDock Free

Stardock Corporation

19% remove

ObjectDock is a dock similar to that in the Aqua GUI. ObjectDock allows the user to place shortcuts to any program in a "dock." This provides Windows users functionality similar to that of Mac OS X. ObjectDock can be used as a program launcher, or as a complete taskbar replacement. Its functionality can be enhanced with plugins to provide features such as weather forecasts or news.

Stardock ObjectDock

Stardock Corporation

4% remove

“ObjectDock is an animated dock for Windows that enables you to quickly access and launch your favorite applications, files and shortcuts. ObjectDock can also automatically hide itself when not in use and will reappear when you move your mouse to its position. Categorize your desktop items even further with tabbed docks for your programs, documents, links and other items. Easily customize the tab names, order, color and position. Create ...”

The Weather Channel Toolbar

The Weather Channel

66% remove

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Yahoo! Toolbar

Yahoo! Inc.

51% remove

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