How to Download and Fix wscsvc.dll?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing wscsvc.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 wscsvc.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

wscsvc.dll file Windows Security Center Service. 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 wscsvc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wscsvc.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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 wscsvc.dll

4.1 List of wscsvc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wscsvc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Security Center Service

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 wscsvc.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to wscsvc.dll file. wscsvc.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 wscsvc.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

wscsvc.dll

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

Problems related to wscsvc.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 wscsvc.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 wscsvc.dll errors in just few steps?

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

wscsvc.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 wscsvc.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 wscsvc.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 wscsvc.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 wscsvc.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the wscsvc.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 wscsvc.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 wscsvc.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 wscsvc.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace wscsvc.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 wscsvc.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of wscsvc.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\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your wscsvc.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 wscsvc.dll

System Windows 10

File size 161792 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	ed3e0f1edaac9a2cf0cc0df2c60178f2
	SHA1	3cb9a7bcbf9348b52bf7e081fcb32069860b1340
	SHA256	5481ef3348ccd0a3eb4433bcf74921ae3ad88c3ba7a773279c5a755cb2767423
	CRC32	1aac6d94
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wscsvc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 104960 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	d33b4f6657b7f6f48fd17a20c8c618e8
	SHA1	371208efec0bed124072ac72e1a6daa80cfa12e6
	SHA256	1428d2c7656b78b08c46ba4c7d6cc8308de333146144f0a2f209139449e4ecc3
	CRC32	dbce8dcb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wscsvc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 77312 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	005950a4a8b36c551f25af947cfa749d
	SHA1	a286d9a80cd7cd90caaa97bd7a65e673af596988
	SHA256	71f58827e97be786c845b15215df16520b7ba20360974c1cf39174f68f539b54
	CRC32	527735d4
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wscsvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 97280 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	e8b1fe6669397d1772d8196df0e57a9e
	SHA1	123fef404628477c86aaa42883d9feb98e93cdf4
	SHA256	39fe0819360719f756bd31a1884a0508a1e2371acc723e25e005cbec0a7b02fa
	CRC32	a2dd1c34
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wscsvc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 74752 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	9ea3e6d0ef7a5c2b9181961052a4b01a
	SHA1	14d3a2121954aa0f6c61c503992ea641c28f27cb
	SHA256	f39baf1fc7dd1600c0052c2a6aa3bcbc8ca3da96d1ac7b42b0f2810d051ee1b0
	CRC32	dbe2d8d8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wscsvc.dll

System Windows XP

File size 80896 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	7c278e6408d1dce642230c0585a854d5
	SHA1	4d59e3ffa335317e5ecb253c81efef67f507c15c
	SHA256	da46079a04f6e8e3441e4ae454aeac02b3e935de29ce7f6d4476f57867fcc12a
	CRC32	85c88e3c
	Example file location	---