It is based on a modified version of the OBS Studio hooking engine, though it is built and signed specifically by Medal to avoid misidentification.
Errors involving this file—such as "medal-hook64.dll is missing" or crashes in games like Overwatch —usually stem from software conflicts or corrupted installations. 1. Repair Through the Medal App medal-hook64.dll
Some scanners flag it because the file may be "packed" to protect its code, a practice common in both legitimate software and malware. Common Errors and How to Fix Them It is based on a modified version of
If the file is located in the official Medal directory (AppData/Local/Medal), it is generally safe. medal-hook64.dll
If a standard uninstall doesn't work, Medal support recommends a "purge" to ensure all instances of the DLL are removed: