scksp.dll Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing scksp.dll files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent scksp.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

scksp.dll file Microsoft Smart Card Key Storage Provider. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of scksp.dll related errors on your device. You can also download scksp.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download scksp.dll

4.1 List of scksp.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	scksp.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Smart Card Key Storage Provider

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common scksp.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to scksp.dll file. scksp.dll file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to scksp.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

scksp.dll is corrupted
scksp.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - scksp.dll
scksp.dll file error
scksp.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register scksp.dll file:
scksp.dll file could not be loaded
scksp.dll file doesn't exist

scksp.dll

Application could not be started because scksp.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to scksp.dll can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing scksp.dll file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix scksp.dll errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

scksp.dll file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with scksp.dll file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to scksp.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of scksp.dll or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to scksp.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the scksp.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the scksp.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the scksp.dll file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace scksp.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace scksp.dll file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded scksp.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of scksp.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your scksp.dll file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename scksp.dll

System Windows 10

File size 221184 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	46dc3d98b6bee6836036fbe3bd30bff1
	SHA1	93eb8e3fed718aa5634f73c1acdd39bb389b9c6d
	SHA256	f39fbbca762414a4d1fc2b70e96f8b04ed3f1e875521ebd0384ee8d06afaf94e
	CRC32	5f2655a6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename scksp.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 244224 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	4e7d295d46c993cdb58324878b568f47
	SHA1	79795be492f29f3dc62f3dfa8df498f70b39e85b
	SHA256	fe7d3e562b1df8126d1f79c2c27be7af0db8db91fede0ad57c837bbdb70c0907
	CRC32	b43d62a3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename scksp.dll

System Windows 8

File size 193536 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	f560bacf39f2eedf7a6a7bb1181c104b
	SHA1	e6dc8da9f1a94a25bf3fe6429ce1bebb252595e3
	SHA256	9148ce878914388c90ef930e2d2de4a643bf1444cb6ca2f0bfd1a73ed842f77a
	CRC32	836e298b
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename scksp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 180224 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a89c220131985820d6b0e90073102482
	SHA1	c0c091416d57c32dc64a9d83e86ddc8add967727
	SHA256	b281e39843a22406c1303707cd0ba45bb1a78a59cb76ffbda246d89165ad0fa4
	CRC32	f986fa8b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename scksp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 225792 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	accd5350c14d82e97be5d62c1761836d
	SHA1	d25b710d26306f1428ea8550e37e23536b1b192a
	SHA256	41312fcc31d25ceef981f5c851e3eec3e4d38f38619ff835c2fc14e336535853
	CRC32	bd724d62
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename scksp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 186880 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	4b2512952ccd6c2c7e610f21e28a5163
	SHA1	d161565386c97640b94080cc4f85a33df9d7527a
	SHA256	87ced66c2e36c9a55968c68dea15cb8e76ab053e610e77922942275f862ce754
	CRC32	397f2ffe
	Example file location	---

Filename scksp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 140288 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	74b514a1fb5742cfb0ddc700d832d166
	SHA1	4d49cabd4b77be3e4bb4125cb8a919b66ecdece9
	SHA256	ebea35453efee6fdb9be4d27b5952baff4ba052e3d92435232950ca2639eda9b
	CRC32	befc3d8c
	Example file location	---