Local Security Policy.lnk Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

Local Security Policy.lnk file @%SystemRoot%\system32\shell32.dll,-22552. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of Local Security Policy.lnk related errors on your device. You can also download Local Security Policy.lnk file compatible with Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows XP

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Fix Local Security Policy.lnk errors

1 Information about Local Security Policy.lnk file
2 Errors related to Local Security Policy.lnk file
3 How to fix Local Security Policy.lnk related errors?

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

4 Download Local Security Policy.lnk

4.1 List of Local Security Policy.lnk file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Local Security Policy.lnk
File extension	LNK
Description	@%SystemRoot%\system32\shell32.dll,-22552

Software
Program	Windows XP
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	XP

Details
File size	1590
Oldest file	2017-04-24
Latest file	2017-04-24
MIME type	application/octet-stream

Most common Local Security Policy.lnk file related problems

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

Local Security Policy.lnk is corrupted
Local Security Policy.lnk cannot be located
Runtime Error - Local Security Policy.lnk
Local Security Policy.lnk file error
Local Security Policy.lnk file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register Local Security Policy.lnk file:
Local Security Policy.lnk file could not be loaded
Local Security Policy.lnk file doesn't exist

Local Security Policy.lnk

Application could not be started because Local Security Policy.lnk file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk errors in just few steps?

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

Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk file

The last solution is to manually download and replace Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of Local Security Policy.lnk file example directory paths.

Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Administrative Tools\

If the steps did not solve your Local Security Policy.lnk 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 Local Security Policy.lnk

System Windows XP

File size 1590 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	6aff2a4439f828035008beb2e2e4120d
	SHA1	a95e0e6dd230b57a205c01fea70b6b23a19c0424
	SHA256	0ab7b60a633a1650fdf894b1227fd199d15f240130dafbef1bb9d1f850ec862f
	CRC32	56274c13
	Example file location	C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Administrative Tools\