"Added by the BLACKMAL WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run and HKLM\RunServices in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
"Energizer FileSaver - UPS back-up utility for Energizer UPS products. From their Tech Support staff this is known to have a memory leak since it's release - with no fix planned! It will grab 2-5 handles per second and crash the average system in less than 3 days - therefore not recommended"
"Sneaky way to start any VBS script. Many viruses use VBS files. Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted"
"Checks for new releases available in the popular FileHippo.com repository for any software you may already have installed on your computer. Run manually when required"
"Checks for new releases available in the popular FileHippo.com repository for any software you may already have installed on your computer. Run manually when required"
"Added by the NOTUP.A WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""ChkMgr32.vbs"" file is located in %System%"
"Added by the SST.B WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""UpdataFiles.vbs"" file is located in %Windir%"
"Uninstall program for Lanovation's Prism Deploy and Prism Pack adminstrators software deployement tools. For specific information see here. Is it required?"
"Added by the LOXOSCAM TROJAN! Note - do not confuse with the valid LoadPowerProfile entry! Notice that the infected version uses ""Rundll.exe"" whereas the uninfected version uses ""Rundll32.exe"""
"Saitek SST (Saitek Smart Technolgy) Profile Launcher - allows System Tray access to the ""Profiler"" and ""Control Panel"" for Saitek's game controllers. Start manually via Start -> Programs -> Saitek SD6 Programming Software -> Profiler"
"Added by the MYTOB.IG WORM! Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The random DLL file is found in %System%"
"Added by the DROWSY-B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
"Generated by Spybot Search & Destroy if it encounters files that cannot be deleted during runtime because they are locked by other processes. For example
Part of Logitech Gaming Software (formerly Wingman Software) for their range of game controllers. Starts the profiler (button configuration) and loads the last used profile at start-up - including System Tray access. Unless you're a hard-core gamer it's best to leave it disabled and load when needed
DISCLAIMER: It is assumed that users are familiar with the operating
system they are using and comfortable with making the suggested changes. I will
not be held responsible if changes you make cause a system failure.
This is NOT a list of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a list of startup
applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method.
Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not
necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try WinTasks 5 Standard/Professional from LIUtilities or the list at AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL
just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG
or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear
in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't
do anything.
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