RtlGina2.dll in Home Users Security Discussion (via Mowser)

Keith 7/1/2006 7:51 PM PST

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I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?

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Doug Knox MS-MVP 7/1/2006 8:00 PM PST

What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).

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Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
http://www.dougknox.com
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http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
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>I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?

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Keith 7/1/2006 8:47 PM PST

Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

"Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:

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> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
>
>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>
> --
> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> http://www.dougknox.com
> --------------------------------
> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> --------------------------------
> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>
> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
>

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Doug Knox MS-MVP 7/2/2006 12:15 AM PST

See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.

--
Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
http://www.dougknox.com
--------------------------------
Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
--------------------------------
Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.

"Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...

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> Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
>
> "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>
>> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
>>
>>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>>
>> --
>> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
>> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
>> http://www.dougknox.com
>> --------------------------------
>> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
>> --------------------------------
>> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
>> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>>
>> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
>> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
>> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
>> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
>>

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Andres 2/2/2007 6:04 AM PST

Help!!
Hello, I´m having the same problem and I have also recently installed the
netgear adapter. The thing is that i took the RTLGina2.dll file out of the
system32 folder and put it on the desktop, i was then unable to delete it.
But here comes the problem, when restarting the computer it was impossible to
even get it to start, there was just a screen saying that this file was
missing and the computer could not start untill it has been replaced. i also
ran a scan with spybot before restarting. Does anyone know what the hell I
could do?? help would be deeply appreciated!

"Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:

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> See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
>
> --
> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> http://www.dougknox.com
> --------------------------------
> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> --------------------------------
> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>
> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> >
> > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> >
> >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> >>
> >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> >>
> >> --
> >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> >> http://www.dougknox.com
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >>
> >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> >>
>

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Stephani 6/3/2007 9:06 AM PST

I am also having the same issue due to the Netgear WG111. I have downloaded
the fix, but since I cannot boot up the computer, how do I run the fix?

"Andres" wrote:

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> Help!!
> Hello, I´m having the same problem and I have also recently installed the
> netgear adapter. The thing is that i took the RTLGina2.dll file out of the
> system32 folder and put it on the desktop, i was then unable to delete it.
> But here comes the problem, when restarting the computer it was impossible to
> even get it to start, there was just a screen saying that this file was
> missing and the computer could not start untill it has been replaced. i also
> ran a scan with spybot before restarting. Does anyone know what the hell I
> could do?? help would be deeply appreciated!
>
> "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>
> > See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
> >
> > --
> > Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > http://www.dougknox.com
> > --------------------------------
> > Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > --------------------------------
> > Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >
> > "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> > >
> > > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> > >
> > >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> > >>
> > >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> > >>
> > >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> > >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> > >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> > >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> > >>
> >

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RobinHood 11/23/2007 4:53 AM PST

I am having the same problem of Andres but never saw an answer to his
question - i.e. i successfully deleted the offending rtlGian2.dll file but
not the computer wont start up ...any idea how to repair since i cant even
get the computer to boot up? i got the fix from Doug Knox, but it's on a
different computer right now.

"Andres" wrote:

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> Help!!
> Hello, I´m having the same problem and I have also recently installed the
> netgear adapter. The thing is that i took the RTLGina2.dll file out of the
> system32 folder and put it on the desktop, i was then unable to delete it.
> But here comes the problem, when restarting the computer it was impossible to
> even get it to start, there was just a screen saying that this file was
> missing and the computer could not start untill it has been replaced. i also
> ran a scan with spybot before restarting. Does anyone know what the hell I
> could do?? help would be deeply appreciated!
>
> "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>
> > See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
> >
> > --
> > Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > http://www.dougknox.com
> > --------------------------------
> > Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > --------------------------------
> > Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >
> > "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> > >
> > > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> > >
> > >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> > >>
> > >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> > >>
> > >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> > >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> > >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> > >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> > >>
> >

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Peter Foldes 11/23/2007 5:43 AM PST

RobinHood

It would be more appropriate that you repost your issue as a NEW post since you are piggy backing on someone else's which by the by is a very old one.

Repost this issue of yours in the appropriate newsgroup as a new post, which is this one and then stating the exact nature of your issue that concerns you and you alone.

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"RobinHood" <RobinHood@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:9D406DC4-E25C-4B6F-951A-B3EF20DB8340@microsoft.com...

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>I am having the same problem of Andres but never saw an answer to his
> question - i.e. i successfully deleted the offending rtlGian2.dll file but
> not the computer wont start up ...any idea how to repair since i cant even
> get the computer to boot up? i got the fix from Doug Knox, but it's on a
> different computer right now.
>
> "Andres" wrote:
>
>> Help!!
>> Hello, I´m having the same problem and I have also recently installed the
>> netgear adapter. The thing is that i took the RTLGina2.dll file out of the
>> system32 folder and put it on the desktop, i was then unable to delete it.
>> But here comes the problem, when restarting the computer it was impossible to
>> even get it to start, there was just a screen saying that this file was
>> missing and the computer could not start untill it has been replaced. i also
>> ran a scan with spybot before restarting. Does anyone know what the hell I
>> could do?? help would be deeply appreciated!
>>
>> "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>>
>> > See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
>> >
>> > --
>> > Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
>> > Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
>> > http://www.dougknox.com
>> > --------------------------------
>> > Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
>> > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
>> > --------------------------------
>> > Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
>> > Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>> >
>> > "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
>> > > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
>> > > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
>> > > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
>> > > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
>> > > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
>> > > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
>> > >
>> > > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>> > >
>> > >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
>> > >>
>> > >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>> > >>
>> > >> --
>> > >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
>> > >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
>> > >> http://www.dougknox.com
>> > >> --------------------------------
>> > >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
>> > >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
>> > >> --------------------------------
>> > >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
>> > >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>> > >>
>> > >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
>> > >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
>> > >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
>> > >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
>> > >>
>> >

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jen 11/23/2007 11:57 AM PST

What OS?

If XP, boot off your XP CD and let install go all the way to where it
identifies your existing installation. Then choose (R)epair. Everything
will be preserved.

If Vista, same thing except you will either need a Restore point or have
a backup.

Then apply the fix from Doug Knox...

-jen

"RobinHood" <RobinHood@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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>I am having the same problem of Andres but never saw an answer to his
> question - i.e. i successfully deleted the offending rtlGian2.dll file
> but
> not the computer wont start up ...any idea how to repair since i cant
> even
> get the computer to boot up? i got the fix from Doug Knox, but it's on
> a
> different computer right now.
>
> "Andres" wrote:
>
>> Help!!
>> Hello, I´m having the same problem and I have also recently installed
>> the
>> netgear adapter. The thing is that i took the RTLGina2.dll file out
>> of the
>> system32 folder and put it on the desktop, i was then unable to
>> delete it.
>> But here comes the problem, when restarting the computer it was
>> impossible to
>> even get it to start, there was just a screen saying that this file
>> was
>> missing and the computer could not start untill it has been replaced.
>> i also
>> ran a scan with spybot before restarting. Does anyone know what the
>> hell I
>> could do?? help would be deeply appreciated!
>>
>> "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>>
>> > See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This
>> > utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA
>> > DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome
>> > Screen and Fast User Switching.
>> >
>> > --
>> > Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart
>> > Display\Security
>> > Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
>> > http://www.dougknox.com
>> > --------------------------------
>> > Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
>> > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
>> > --------------------------------
>> > Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
>> > Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>> >
>> > "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> > news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
>> > > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we
>> > > attempted to
>> > > change the logon process back, we received an error message that
>> > > directed us
>> > > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows
>> > > user & logon
>> > > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we
>> > > found there
>> > > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this
>> > > file. Any
>> > > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
>> > >
>> > > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>> > >
>> > >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of
>> > >> a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement
>> > >> (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard
>> > >> logon DLL).
>> > >>
>> > >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see:
>> > >>http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>> > >>
>> > >> --
>> > >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart
>> > >> Display\Security
>> > >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
>> > >> http://www.dougknox.com
>> > >> --------------------------------
>> > >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
>> > >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
>> > >> --------------------------------
>> > >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
>> > >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>> > >>
>> > >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> > >> news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
>> > >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace
>> > >> >what program
>> > >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some
>> > >> > type of Malware
>> > >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any
>> > >> > suggestions?
>> > >>
>> >

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DJO 4/6/2007 7:08 AM PST

Thanks, Doug! The fix you suggested worked really well and solved the
problem immediately.

"Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:

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> See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
>
> --
> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> http://www.dougknox.com
> --------------------------------
> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> --------------------------------
> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>
> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> >
> > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> >
> >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> >>
> >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> >>
> >> --
> >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> >> http://www.dougknox.com
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >>
> >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> >>
>

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CharlestonComputerMan 4/30/2007 3:22 PM PST

worked great! thanks...

"DJO" wrote:

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> Thanks, Doug! The fix you suggested worked really well and solved the
> problem immediately.
>
> "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>
> > See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
> >
> > --
> > Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > http://www.dougknox.com
> > --------------------------------
> > Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > --------------------------------
> > Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >
> > "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> > >
> > > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> > >
> > >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> > >>
> > >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> > >>
> > >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> > >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> > >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> > >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> > >>
> >

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paige 6/24/2007 2:29 PM PST

Thanks from me too Doug!

I installed the software for the netgear Wireless WG111 adaptor, and
immediately
had problems with my windows xp. I used your fix, and everything is now okay.
Glad I found your link!

Best wishes
Paige

"DJO" wrote:

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> Thanks, Doug! The fix you suggested worked really well and solved the
> problem immediately.
>
> "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
>
> > See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
> >
> > --
> > Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > http://www.dougknox.com
> > --------------------------------
> > Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > --------------------------------
> > Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >
> > "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> > >
> > > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> > >
> > >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> > >>
> > >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> > >>
> > >> --
> > >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> > >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> > >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> > >> --------------------------------
> > >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> > >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> > >>
> > >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> > >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> > >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> > >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> > >>
> >

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Al Palmer 4/8/2007 4:09 AM PST

I was having the same issue with the logon many thanks for your assistance as
described in this post

"Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:

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> See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
>
> --
> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> http://www.dougknox.com
> --------------------------------
> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> --------------------------------
> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>
> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> >
> > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> >
> >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> >>
> >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> >>
> >> --
> >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> >> http://www.dougknox.com
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >>
> >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> >>
>

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smurf 7/21/2007 5:05 PM PST

Thank you so very much, I was having the same trouble with the new net gear
wireless adaptor and i use your fix to fix it. so thanks again

"Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:

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> See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
>
> --
> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> http://www.dougknox.com
> --------------------------------
> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> --------------------------------
> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>
> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> >
> > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> >
> >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> >>
> >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> >>
> >> --
> >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> >> http://www.dougknox.com
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >>
> >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> >>
>

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Alex Kenning 8/17/2008 11:31 AM PST

Doug's fix works perfectly and in an instant.. thanks so much!

"Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:

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> See www.dougknox.com, Win XP Utilties, Fix Windows XP Logon. This utility will reset the registry to use the standard Windows GINA DLL file. 3rd party utilities are not compatible with the Welcome Screen and Fast User Switching.
>
> --
> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> http://www.dougknox.com
> --------------------------------
> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> --------------------------------
> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
>
> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:20220D29-E607-433F-961F-FB5A35CD09BD@microsoft.com...
> > Our system seems to have changed the way we logon. When we attempted to
> > change the logon process back, we received an error message that directed us
> > to delete the file RtlGina2.dll in order to access the windows user & logon
> > control page? After inspecting the properties on RtlGina2.dll we found there
> > was no information to help understand origin or purpose of this file. Any
> > suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
> >
> > "Doug Knox MS-MVP" wrote:
> >
> >> What is the exact problem you're having. When GINA is part of a file name, it typically indicates that its a replacement (custom) logon DLL that has replaced MSGINA.DLL (the standard logon DLL).
> >>
> >>For tips on creating an effective newsgroup post, please see: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> >>
> >> --
> >> Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart Display\Security
> >> Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
> >> http://www.dougknox.com
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
> >> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
> >> --------------------------------
> >> Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
> >> Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.
> >>
> >> "Keith" <Keith@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:0EA79537-F61F-4688-8629-B2D009F1B734@microsoft.com...
> >> >I am having an issue with a file - RtlGina2? I can't trace what program
> >> > this file is attached to? I believe it is connected to some type of Malware
> >> > or Spyware, but I can't find any information posted? Any suggestions?
> >>
>

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