Windows cannot find C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll.32.exe

Windows cannot find C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe

This show upward in a box gray, whenever I go to control panel > add or remove programs.

It also appears when I right-click on the screen with the desktop icons. He appears in the gray area after I click on properties.

That's why I'm unable to use one of these. Cannot add or remove programs, or change the properties. I tried searching but the same answer.

Hi cls3028,

This problem occurs because of a missing or corrupted Rundll32.exe file. This problem can also be caused by a virus.

Try the steps listed in the link below: cannot find the Rundll32.exe file when you open the control panel:http://support.microsoft.com/kb/812340

Also scan virus online to check if there is any malware or virus activity. See the link below:http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

With regard to:

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