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  • "X" - Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs"
  • "?" - Unknown




Fatal error: Maximum execution time of 30 seconds exceeded in /home/iamnotag/domains/iamnotageek.com/public_html/startup/search.php on line 252
Startup Name Process Name Details
X ools.exetools.exe"FastFind adware variant"
Xsystem32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-KU WORM! Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field"
Xpathex.exe"Added by the MKMOOSE-A WORM! Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field"
Xsvchost.exe"Added by the DELF-UX TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%. Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field"
Xdllvirtual.exe"Added by the DADOBRA-IW TROJAN! Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field"
Xdllvirtual.dll"Added by the DADOBRA-IW TROJAN! Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field"
Xdllvirtual.js"Added by the DADOBRA-IW TROJAN! Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field"
Xregedit.exe /s appboost.reg"Added by the APPIX.D WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run and HKCU\RunServices in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank. The Windows registry editor (regedit.exe) is a legitimate Microsoft file located in %Windir% and shouldn't be deleted. The file ""appboost.reg"" is located in %Windir%"
Note the filename has a ""0"" rather than an upper case ""o"""
Y!1_pgaccountpgaccount.exe"DiamondCS ProcessGuard security software - stops malicious worms and trojans from being executed silently in the background
Y!1_ProcessGuard_Startupprocguard.exe"DiamondCS ProcessGuard security software - stops malicious worms and trojans from being executed silently in the background
Y!AVG Anti-Spywareavgas.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5. This has now been superseded by AVG Anti-Virus which includes Anti-Spyware"
Consume"Consumer Input Rewarded with MyPointsU"ConsumerInputRewardedwithMyPoints
Consume"Consumer Input Rewarded with MyPointsU"ConsumerInputRewardedwithMyPoints
Inc.""Microsoft AssociatesXiexplorer.exe
Inc.""Microsoft NetMeeting AssociatesXNetMeeting.exe
Inc.""Miramar SystemsUatmsg.exe
ME""MS Java Applets for Windows NTXjavaapplets.exe
XP & ME"MS Java for Windows NTXxpjavams.exe
Version"NVIDIA Compatible Windows Vista Display driverU"RUNDLL32.EXE NvCpl.dll
Version"NVIDIA Compatible Windows7 Display driverU"RUNDLL32.EXE NvCpl.dll
Version"NVIDIA nView Control PanelNnwiz.exe
Mass""TelechipsUpatch.exe
please"This is a virusXbigbadvirus.exe
X"Vaganza-XPloit-[User Name]"""[user name].exe"Added by the GAVGENT.A WORM!"
""[Ephemeral 2.4] by TreeHuggerX[path to worm]
""[Ephemeral 2.5] by TreeHuggerX[path to worm]
""[Ephemeral 2.x] by TreeHuggerX[path to worm]
U$EnterNetEnternet.exe"Connection manager for the EnterNet ISP. You can also use RASPPOE"
X$sys$crash$sys$sonyTimer.exe"Added by the WELOMOCH TROJAN!"
X$sys$momomomochin$sys$sonyTimer.exe"Added by the WELOMOCH TROJAN!"
X$sys$umaiyo$sys$sonyTimer.exe"Added by the WELOMOCH TROJAN!"
X$WindowsRegKey%updateIEXPLORE.EXE"Added by the RBOT-EZ WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate Internet Explorer (iexplore.exe) which is always located in %ProgramFiles%\Internet Explorer and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %System%"
?%cmpmixtitle%%cmpmixstr%"Possibly related to C-Media Mixer Control panel?"
N%FP%012-L2TP fts.exefts.exe012.Net.il Israeli ISP software front-end
U%FP%012-L2TP FWPortal.exeFWPortal.exe012.Net.il Israeli ISP dial-up software
N%FP%1776 Internet fts.exefts.exe1776 Internet US ISP software ISP software front-end
U%FP%1776 Internet FWPortal.exeFWPortal.exe1776 Internet US ISP dial-up software
N%FP%AIRTEL fts.exefts.exe"Bharti Airtel Broadband - Indian ISP software front-end"
N%FP%Barak013 fts.exefts.exeBarak013 Israeli ISP software front-end
U%FP%Barak013 FWPortal.exeFWPortal.exeBarak013 Israeli ISP dial-up software
N%FP%Friendly fts.exefts.exeFriendly ISP software front-end
X%Temp%%Temp%delwdef2008.bat"WinDefender 2008 rogue privacy program - not recommended
Y'Ashampoo AntiSpyWare 2 Guard'AntiSpyWare2Guard.exe"Part of Ashampoo® AntiSpyWare 2 from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG. This part is the realtime monitor that looks for changes on the users system such as BHO
X(Default)media_driver.exe"Added by the TUPEG VIRUS! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)Shania.vbs"Added by the SHANIA BACKDOOR! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)NOTEPAD.exe"Added by the RUSTY WORM! Note - not to be confused with the valid Windows ""NOTEPAD"" text editor! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)[random filename].exe"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"
X(Default)twunk_32.exe"Added by the BLACKMAL.C WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)winhelp.exe"Added by the BLACKMAL.C WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)spolsvr2.exe"Added by the EVILSOCK.10 TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)winbas12.exe"Adware
X(Default)Systrsy.exe"Added by the CDTRAY TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)llsass.exe"Added by the PROXY-GG TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)syspol.exe"Added by the DREMN-B TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKCU\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(default)winlog.exe"Added by the RBOT-CVY 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"
X(default)"rundll32.exe [path to DLL file]Do98Work"
X(Default)winligom.exe"Added by the RBOT-GAI WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKCU\Run
X(Default)5640.exe"Added by the DOWNLD-ABF TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKCU\Run
X(Default)QQUpdate.exe"Added by the QUADRULE.A WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)Mcafee.exe"Added by the AGENT.AY TROJAN! Note - this is not a valid McAfee program and is located in %System%. This malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKCU\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)fada.exe"Added by the VB.HEI TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run
X(Default)Default.exe"Added by the AUTORUN.BUK WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\RunOnce & HKCU\RunOnce in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)KEYBOARD.exe"Added by the AUTORUN.BUK WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)msarti.com"Added by the SILLYFDC.CJ WORM! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\..\Policies\Explorer\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)msnupdate.exe"Added by the RBOT-GWT BACKDOOR! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLM\Run & HKLM\RunServices in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(Default)xtreme.exe"Added by the DROPR-CZ TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the ""(Default)"" key in HKLMRun in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank"
X(L4r1$$4) (4nt1) (V1ruz)SP00Lsv32.pif"Added by the ASSIRAL.B WORM!"
X*Intelli Mouse Pro Version 2.0B*ncsjapi32.exe"Added by the BUZUS-O WORM!"
X*Microsoft Updatectxma.exe"Added by the STMU TROJAN!"
X*Microsoft Updatecxma.exe"Added by the STMU TROJAN!"
X*Microsoft Updatewstcl.exe"Added by the STMU TROJAN!"
X*Microsoft Updatewucxt.exe"Added by the STMU TROJAN!"
X*Microsoft Updatewuytc.exe"Added by the STMU TROJAN!"
X*MS Setup[random filename]"Virtumondo adware
Y*Restorerstrui.exePart of Windows System Restore and added as a RunOnce registry entry. Leave alone
X*Security Centersecctr.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BRO WORM!"
Y*StateMgrstatemgr.exeWindows ME default for System Restore. Do NOT disable!
N*WerKernelReportingWerFault.exe"Part of Windows Error Reporting technology (WER) for Vista. WER captures software crash and hang data from end-users who agree to report it - see here"
X*windows updatewrauclt.exe"Added by the RBOT-QU WORM!"
X*windows updatewuanclt.exe"Added by the RBOT-PG WORM!"
X*windows updatewuaucrlt.exe"Added by the SPYBOT.HUR WORM!"
X*windows updatewuraclt.exe"Added by the RBOT-PO WORM!"
X*windows updatewurauclt.exe"Added by the RBOT-SY WORM!"
X*windows updatewsctl.exe"Added by the SPYBOT.PR WORM!"
X*windows updatewkmst.exe"Added by the SDBOT.AVD WORM!"
X*windows updatewscxt.exe"Added by the RBOT.AOS WORM!"
X*windows updatewaurclt.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
X*windows updatewuaruclt.exe"Added by the RBOT-TF WORM!"
X*WindowsAudiosystemupd.exe"Added by the AGENT-TH WORM!"
X*WinLogon[trojan path] ren time:[random number]"Added by the VUNDO TROJAN!"
X*winstatswinstats.exe"Added by the GARGAFX TROJAN!"
X*wuauclt.exew****.exe [* = random char]"Added by a variant of the RBOT-UG WORM! Note - * in the filename represents a random char; variants spotted: wxmct.exe
X-=+(L4r1$$4)+=-(4nt1)-=+(V1ru$)=-+ISASS.exe"Added by the ASSIRAL.B WORM!"
X.mscdrlsvchost.exe"Added by the WEBUS.D TROJAN!"
X.mscdsrlsvchost.exe"Added by the BDOOR-CR BACKDOOR!"
X.mscsblsvhost.exe"Added by the CMQ TROJAN!"
X.msfupdatemsveup.exe"Added by the ALLOCUP.A WORM!"
?.NET configsysmon32.exe"??"
X.NET.msnmgnr.exe"Added by the DELF.AYF WORM!"
X.nortonrchost.exe"Added by the BOXED-H TROJAN!"
X.protectedN/A"Smitfraud variant"
X.svchostCSRSS.EXE"Added by the WEBUS.F TROJAN! Note - this worm replaces the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
X.TEXTCONVcsrss.exe"Added by the WEBUS TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
X.TEXTCONVlsass.exe"Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
U0pit.exe"PrivateEye surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
X000hpdllhoshpdllhost.exe"LZIO.com adware downloader"
U000StTHK000StTHK.exe"Toshiba Hot key functionality for the function keys (Fn-Esc
X007-Anti-Spyware.exe007-Anti-Spyware.exe"007 Anti-Spyware rogue security software - not recommended"
U00DSKSVR01desksaver.exe tray"System Tray access to Advanced Desktop Shield
?00notify33NetBrowser.exe"Part of Best Network Security
Y00PCTFWFirewallGUI.exe"System Tray access to PC Tools Firewall Plus from PC Tools - which ""is a powerful personal firewall for Windows that protects your computer from intruders and controls the network traffic in and out of your PC"""
Y00TCrdMainTCrdMain.exeRelated to the flash card slot on a Toshiba laptop. Ending this process will disable access to the flash cards
U00THotkey00THotKey.exe"For Toshiba Satellite notebook series to use the front buttons
U00THotkeysystem32THotkey.exe"For Toshiba Satellite notebook series to use the front buttons
X0utlook Express*****.exe [* = random char]"Added by the RBOT-CC WORM! Note the first letter is actually the digit ""0"" and not a capital ""o"""
X0_AVD32xzboot.exe"Added by the AGENT-IWI TROJAN!"
X1svchost.scr"Added by the BANCOS.X TROJAN!"
X1KHATRA.exe"Added by the AUTOIT-BP WORM!"
X1addit.exe"Added by the SDBOT-RI WORM!"
X10Base-Texplore.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-IJ WORM!"
X1234klsjdc uiar924c afsxgnsvuxct.exe"Added by the FAKEALERT-AM TROJAN!"
X1234klsjdc uiar924c afsysvtypkbjx.exe"Added by the FAKEALERT-AM TROJAN!"
X123MonitorSpywareFreeMonitor.exe"1-2-3 Spyware Free rogue spyware remover - not recommended
U12Ghosts Backup12backup.exe"12Ghosts Backup - ""Automatic Backups
U12Ghosts Clip12clip.exe"12Ghosts Clip - ""Screen shots made easy"""
U12Ghosts JustAWindow12window.exe"12Ghosts JustAWindow - ""Cover annoying ads
U12Ghosts Popup-Killer12popup.exe"12Ghosts Popup-Killer"
U12Ghosts SaveLayout12autosl.exe"12Ghosts SaveLayout - ""Always (always!) keep the layout of your desktop icons"""
U12Ghosts SetColor12color.exe"12Ghosts SetColor - ""Change your desktop icon text colors
U12Ghosts ShowTime12showtime.exe"12Ghosts Showtime - ""Enhance the clock in your tray with font formatting
U12Ghosts Synchronize12sync.exe"12Ghosts Synchronize - ""Sync PC clock with an atomic clock over the Internet"""
U12Ghosts Tower12tower.exe"12Ghosts Tower - ""Quickly access and manage all Ghosts (included in all packages)"""
U12Ghosts TrayProtect12srvc.exe"12Ghosts TrayProtect - ""Hide tray icons
U12Ghosts Wash12wash.exe"12Ghosts Wash - ""Protect your privacy
X180adsolution180adsolution.exe"180solutions adware"
X180ClientStubInstallstubinstaller****.exe [* = digit]"180Solutions adware related"
X180ClientStubInstall[path to trojan]"180Solutions adware related"
X180ClientStubInstall******.tmp [* = random digit/char]"180Solutions adware related"
U1A:MacVisionTrayMonitorTrayMonitor.exe"Part of MacVision by Jeff Bargmann - an discontinued program that makes your PC's desktop look and feel incredibly like that of a Macintosh OS8 computer. Handler that puts the icons that are in your system tray into the MacVision taskbar
Y1A:Stardock MCPmcpserver.exe"Master Control Program for Stardock apps
Y1A:Stardock TrayMonitorTrayServer.exeFor monitoring tray icons - if disabled icons will not be displayed in ObjectBar or DesktopX
?1CmailSNETMAIL.EXE"??"
U1Srv32SpyAgent4.exe"SpyTech SpyAgent monitoring software. "Spy software that allows you to monitor EVERYTHING users do on your PC.""
X2-suhartosuharto.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-CR WORM!"
U24Online ClientCyberoamClient.exe"Related to Cyberroam from Elitecore Technologies Ltd"
X2k6 updatzcrss3.exe"Added by the RBOT-CPD WORM!"
X2thousandbuck[path to file]"Added by the RANKY.L TROJAN!"
U2wSysTray2portalmon.exe"2Wire Homeportal user interface"
X3.8853E+11AutomaticUpdates.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DEN WORM!"
X32-bit Thunking servicethunk32.exe"Added by the DERDERO.A WORM!"
X333svchost.exe"Added by the JD-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""Syswm1i"" directory"
X360antiarp[path to trojan]"Added by the PASTA.AIB TROJAN!"
Y36X Raid ConfigurerJMRaidSetup.exe"JMB36x series RAID configuration utility from JMicron Technology for their PCI Express to SATA II and PATA Host Controllers"
?39ELTFH25Z8SKFEzg1q5.exe"Seems to be associated with software by Resplendence SP ?"
N3ComDMIAgent3CDMINIC.EXE3Com DMI (DynamicAccess Desktop Management Interface) Agent associated with 3Com network cards
X3D Text3D Text.scr"Added by the JERMY.A WORM!"
U3Deep Control Panel3DeepCTL.EXE"3Deep® from E-Color corrects lighting
N3dfx Task Manager3dfxMan.exeSystem Tray application for 3dfx Voodoo 3/4/5 functions. Available via Start -> Programs
Y3dfx Tools3dfxCmn.dllUpdates the registry with information that can't be held for Voodoo 3/4/5 series graphics cards. Important for owners of these cards
?3Dlabs Taskbar Display Manager3DLman.exe"3DLabs graphics driver related. System Tray access to display settings?"
X3P_UDEC_IAIAInstall.exe"Installer for the Internet Antivirus and Internet Antivirus Pro rogue security software - not recommended
U3qdctl.exe3qdctl.exe"Provided with Terratec 128i PCI and similar sound cards. Loads a sound profile at bootup
X4.68474E+12netdll32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DEV WORM!"
X49U5T1N449U5T1N4.exe"Added by the KORRON.B WORM!"
U4oDKHost.exe"Verisign Kontiki Delivery Management System - Windows-based client software that enables secure delivery of content to users' desktops"
X4wd!!!Natal!.pif"Added by the OPASERV.AI WORM!"
X5-megawatimegawati.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-CR WORM!"
X55278grepclient1.exe"Added by the LINEAGE-S TROJAN!"
X5p4m[path to trojan]"Added by the LITEBOT-C TROJAN!"
U802.11b+g USB Wireless LAN UtilityZDWlan.exe802.11b+g USB Wireless LAN Utility
U802.11g MIMO Wireless UtilityRaUI.exe"Wireless configuration utility for Railink 802.11g MIMO based products"
U802.11g Wireless AdatperMonitor.exe"Related to wireless card (802.11) adapter/standard. System Tray icon that provides a shortcut to ""Wireless Connection Status"" and allows to turn WL on and off. Supplier unknown. Adapter is miss-spelled"
X9UmxQPSiTJMbANVUKZ.exe"Added by the AGENT-LMN TROJAN!"
X9xHtProtectAVprotect9x.exe"Added by the NETSKY.M WORM!"
Access Controller (and maybe othe.html" title="Access Controller (and maybe othe">Access Controller (and maybe othe
Access Controller (and maybe othe.html" title="Access Controller (and maybe othe">Access Controller (and maybe othe
Access Controller (and maybe othe.html" title="Access Controller (and maybe othe">Access Controller (and maybe othe
Access Controller (and maybe othe.html" title="Access Controller (and maybe othe">Access Controller (and maybe othe
Access Lock (and maybe others) -.html" title="Access Lock (and maybe others) -">Access Lock (and maybe others) -
Access Lock (and maybe others) -.html" title="Access Lock (and maybe others) -">Access Lock (and maybe others) -
X?ekio Startups?nksvc32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-OV WORM where ? is a random character"
X@regedit -s win.dll"Added by the SEEKER.K TROJAN! Note that regedit is the the legitimate Windows Registry Editor and shouldn't be deleted. The ""win.dll"" file is located in %Windir%"
N@Hoc ToolbarAtHoc.exe"One-click activated browsing toolbar used by various web-sites. See here for more info"
X@tour_ww@tour_ww[1].exeAdult content dialler
XA New Windows Updaterw32NTupdt.exe"Added by the MYTOB.BM WORM!"
NA NoteA Note.exe"""A Note is a program that lets you create post-it like notes on your Microsoft Windows desktop"""
Ya-squared Anti-Dialera2adguard.exe"System Tray access to and Background Guard feature of Emsisoft Anti-Dialer from Emsi Software GmbH - which provides ""provides a complete defense against Dialers"""
Ya-winpoet-servicewinpppoverethernet.exe"WinPoET is the industry's first Windows-based PPP over Ethernet client. Developed by iVasion
UA1000 Settings Utilitycpqa1000.exe"Compaq A1000 Print Fax All-in-One copy scan printer software. Required in the Startup in order to scan
XA5118r_default32142.pif"Added by the BRONTOK-AK WORM and variants!"
Xa9z1eizA1eatulabov.exe"Added by the AGENT-GWD TROJAN!"
Xaa bbcc dde effgghh jjupdate.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR!"
NAAATraySaverTraySaver.exe"System Tray management utility from Mike Lin which allows you to hide
UaaLDTaskCompletionamclient.EXE"LANDesk® Management Suite software component"
XAappadprot.exe"AdBlaster adware"
Xaaprotect[path to trojan]"Added by the BANCBAN-MJ TROJAN!"
?aauclientACNUpdater.exe"Appears to be related to software from Accenture.com"
UAAWTrayAAWTray.exe"System Tray access to Ad-aware from Lavasoft - popular spyware/adware removal tool"
NABBYY Community AgentCAGENT.EXEInstalled with the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software that comes bundled with a Compaq A3000 all-in-one printer/scanner. Its function appears to be to link you to the internet in an attempt to buy the 5.0 version of the software
UABIT uGuruuGuru.exe"ABIT µGuru - on motherboards incorporating the µGuru processor this provides quick access to ""hardware monitoring
NABITEQabiteq.exe"Monitoring utility for ABIT Motherboards. Displays system voltages
UAbsolute Shielddseraser.exe"Absolute Shield Evidence Eliminator - internet history eraser"
UAbsolute StartUp monitorASMon.exe"Absolute Startup - startup monitor from F-Group Software"
UAbsoluteShield Internet Erasercseraser.exe"AbsoluteShield Internet Eraser - ""protects your privacy by cleaning up all the tracks of your Internet and computer activities"""
Xabtump3serch.exe"Loads the executable for Lop.com - final version"
Xabtulopsearch.exe"Loads the executable for Lop.com - beta version"
UAcBtnMgr_X63AcBtnMgr_X63.exe"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X63 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
UAcBtnMgr_X63.exeAcBtnMgr_X63.exe"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X63 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
UAcBtnMgr_X73AcBtnMgr_X73.exe"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X73 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
UAcBtnMgr_X83AcBtnMgr_X83.exe"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X83 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
UAcBtnMgr_X84-X85AcBtnMgr_X84-X85.exe"""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" for the Lexmark X84-X85 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan
XACCDEFRAGINFO[path to worm]"Added by the DARBY-O WORM!"
UAccelerateaccelerate.exeWebroot Accelerate - allows you to optimize Windows network registry settings in order to boost surfing speeds. Leave this enabled if you find it improves your connection
YAccelerometerStAccelerometerSt.exeHP 3D DriveGuard uses a digital accelerometer protects your disk drive by parking and halting I/O requests if you drop your PC or if you move your PC with the display lid closed
YAccelerometerSysTrayAppletAccelerometerSt.exeHP 3D DriveGuard uses a digital accelerometer protects your disk drive by parking and halting I/O requests if you drop your PC or if you move your PC with the display lid closed
UAccess ConnectionsACTray.exe"System Tray access to the ThinkVantage Access Connections connectivity-assistant program for IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad or 3000 Family notebook computers - ""allowing users to seamlessly switch between wired and wireless environments
XAccess Control Appwinsto.exe"Added by the AGENT.DGO TROJAN!"
NAccess IBM Message Centeribmmessages.exe"""The Access IBM Message Center displays messages to inform you about helpful software that may be pre-installed on your PC. The Message Center can also provide messages about new updates available from the IBM Support Center to keep your computer current"""
NAccess Ramp Monitorarmon32.exe"Monitors your progress on the internet; hang-ups
XAccess WebControl[path to file]"Added by the PPDOOR-M TROJAN!"
NAccessRamp Monitor01ARMon32a.exe"From a visitor ""Just wanted to provide you with some info on Access Ramp software installed with Verizon DSL accounts in those areas that use the Winpoet PPPoE software. The Access Ramp TSRs are installed as part of IP Insight software (can't remember the software maker). You can decline to install IP Insight during Winpoet setup
UAcctMgrAcctMgr.exe"Norton™ Password Manager - part of Norton SystemWorks 2004 - stores passwords and other personal information
NAccuWeather.com® DesktopAccuWeatherDesktop.exe"Desktop weather from AccuWeather"
NAccuWeatherDesktopAlertsAccuWeatherDesktopAlerts.exe"Weather alerts for AccuWeather.com Desktop which ""provides you with the most accurate
NAceGain LiveUpdateLiveUpdate.exe"""AceGain LiveUpdate can help to automate and optimize product updates. AceGain LiveUpdate will automatically detect new patch updates
UAcer Assist Launcherlauncher.exe"Acer Assist - program that provides information about new updates or notices from Acer"
UAcer eAP Launch ToolEAPLAU~1.EXE"Empowering Technology Launcher
?Acer Empowering Technology MonitorSysMonitor.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. What does it do and is it required?"
UAcer ePower ManagementAcer ePower Management.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. ""Acer ePower Management is a straightforward interface that allows users to select from pre-configured power usage profiles
UAcer ePower ManagementePowerTray.exe"Acer® PowerSmart Manager power management utility included on some models in the Aspire range of notebooks. Also appears as the Packard Bell PowerSave power management utility included on some of their notebook models - as Packard Bell is now owned by Acer"
UAcer ePower ManagementePowerTrayLauncher.exeLauncher for the Acer® PowerSmart Manager power management utility included on some models in the Aspire range of notebooks
UAcer ePresentation HPDePresentation.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. Allows you to manage both internal and external displays"
YAcer Launch ToolAlaunch"Part of Acer eRecovery - ""a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer
NAcer Product RegistrationACE1.exeAcer Product Registration - remove when registration is completed
NAcer Tour ReminderReminder.exePopup reminder to take the tour of your new Acer laptop
UAcerGotoAcerGoto.exe"Acer Computer ""Goto Drive"" Cold Swap Driver - a swappable second disk drive provides convenient backup of large files
UAcerNotebookManageralmxptray.exeSystem Tray access on some Acer Notebooks to give faster access to system settings
YacEventServacevtsrv.exe"ActivCard Gold from ActivIdentity
UAClntUsrAClntUsr.exe"Altiris AClient Service Windows Tray Icon"
NAcme.PCHButtonpchbutton.exeUsed by HP Instant Support
UACMonitor_X63ACMonitor_X63.exe"Button monitor for the Lexmark X63 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X63.exe"""
UACMonitor_X63.exeACMonitor_X63.exe"Button monitor for the Lexmark X63 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X63.exe"""
UACMonitor_X73ACMonitor_X73.exe"Button monitor for the Lexmark X73 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X73.exe"""
UACMonitor_X83ACMonitor_X83.exe"Button monitor for the Lexmark X83 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X83.exe"""
UACMonitor_X84-X85ACMonitor_X84-X85.exe"Button monitor for the Lexmark X84-X85 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Works in conjunction with the ""Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program"" button manager whose filename is ""AcBtnMgr_X84-X85.exe"""
Xacocashfastdown.exeAdult content dialler
XacocashFASTFOWN.EXEAdult content dialler
XAcontiaconti.exeAdult content dialler
Uacousticacoustic.exe"Control panel program for Philips Acoustic Edge soundcard. Not required unless changed settings aren't retained"
Nacpartagpart11.exeProgram for finding trucks on-line
XAcrobatacrmon32.exe"Added by the SMALL-ECT TROJAN!"
UAcrobat AssistantAcroTray.exe"Essential for creating PDF files with Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Distiller. For Win9x/Me systems you can run this file manually beforehand. For WinXP systems this file must run at startup. Hence the ""U"" recommendation"
UAcrobat Assistant 7.0Acrotray.exe"Essential for creating PDF files with Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Distiller. For Win9x/Me systems you can run this file manually beforehand. For WinXP systems this file must run at startup. Hence the ""U"" recommendation"
UAcrobat Assistant 8.0Acrotray.exe"Essential for creating PDF files with Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Distiller. For Win9x/Me systems you can run this file manually beforehand. For WinXP systems this file must run at startup. Hence the ""U"" recommendation"
XAcrobat Readacroup32.exe"Added by the VANBOT-BQ TROJAN!"
NAcrobat Speed Launchacrobat_sl.exe"Speeds up the time it takes to load Adobe's Acrobat PDF creation and management tool. From version 7.0 onwards"
UAcronis Popup Blocker"RunDll32.exe [path] Blocker.dll Run"
UAcronis True ImageTimounterMonitor.exe"Part of Acronis True Image backup software. Monitor for the backup archive explorer for moving and viewing files within an archive"
NAcronis True Image MonitorTrueImageMonitor.exe"Part of Acronis True Image - backup software. Can be disabled without affecting TrueImage"
NAcronis TrueImage MonitorTrueImageMonitor.exe"Part of Acronis True Image - backup software. Can be disabled without affecting TrueImage"
NAcronis*True*Image MonitorTrueImageMonitor.exe"Part of Acronis True Image - backup software. Can be disabled without affecting TrueImage"
UAcronisTimounterMonitorTimounterMonitor.exe"Part of Acronis True Image backup software. Monitor for the backup archive explorer for moving and viewing files within an archive"
NAcronisTrueImage MonitorTrueImageMonitor.exe"Part of Acronis True Image - backup software. Can be disabled without affecting TrueImage"
XAcroreadGoogleUpdate.exe"Added by the AGENT-JGI TROJAN! Note - this is not the valid Google program which is normally located in %AppData%\Google\Update. This version resides in %Temp%"
UAct! PreloaderAct8.exe"Sage Software's ACT! ""enables individuals and small business customers to instantly access key contact and customer information
NAction Manager 32am32.exeAssociated with a Plustech scanner. Small utility that runs in the background for doing fax/copy/etc. Available via Start -> Programs
?ActionAgentactionagent.exe"""A COM server that runs on the client as part of the Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation 6.x package; provides a simple method for a remote administrator to perform actions on the instrumented client"". Is it required?"
NActivationActivation.exePart of Microsoft Money
UActivboardMMKeybd.exe"Packard Bell ActiveBoard keyboard - multimedia keyboard manager. Required if you use the additional keys and want to see the status of the Num Lock
UACTIVBOARDABoard.exe"Packard Bell ActiveBoard keyboard - multimedia keyboard manager. Required if you use the additional keys and want to see the status of the Num Lock
XActive Bit Stationabs.exe"Added by the MYTOB.BZ WORM!"
NActive CPUacpu.exe"Active CPU - ""easy to use tool for Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000 that enables you to watch a graphical representation of your CPU's activity"""
UActive Desktop CalendarADC.EXE"XemiComputers Active Desktop Calendar"
UActive Email Monitoraem25.exe"Active Email Monitor checks multiple accounts for email
XActive Securityasecurity.exe"Active Security rogue security software - not recommended
UActive shieldActiveshield.exe"Active Shield is ""an heuristic screen that actively protects your computer from trojans
XActiveDesktopsystray32.exe"Added by the DABOOM WORM!"
XACTIVEDSACTIVEDS.EXE"Added by the OPASERV.T WORM!"
NActiveEyesActiveEyes.exe"ActiveEyes from TFI Technology is a small utility that you can use to liven up your desktop. It follows your mouse around and can tell you how far your cursor has travelled or point out where the cursor is. It's small
UActiveKeys.AAB635BD7D054a37A576akeys.exe"""Active Keys is a powerful yet easy-to-use tool for creating and managing keyboard shortcuts for any system action"""
UActiveMenuActiveMenu.exeWild Tangent demo games that come with some HP computers. Unchecking it can prevent the games from running occasionally. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
UActivePlusactiveplus.exe"Interactive Agents Plugin for Messenger Plus! (MSN Messenger add-on)"
XActiveScan AntivirusActiveScan.exe"Added by the RBOT-FKQ WORM!"
XActiveScript32nod.exe"Added by the SOHANA-AJ WORM!"
YActiveShieldmcvsshld.exe"ActiveShield - background scanner for older versions of McAfee VirusScan and the now obsolete McAfee VirusScan Online which scans files in the background as and when they are accessed
NActiveSpeedAS.exe"Ascentive ActiveSpeed internet optimizer - not recommended
XActiveSyncwcescom32.exe"Added by the MANCSYN-E TROJAN!"
NActiveWordsAWMonitor.exe"ActiveWords from ActiveWord Systems
XActiveX File Registration Servicefilereg.exe"Added by the RBOT-DVD WORM!"
XActiveX Streamermsgfix.exe"Added by the SDBOT.NQ WORM!"
XActiveXUpdatesvcss.exe"Added by a variant of the DEDLER.C TROJAN!"
UActivityactik.exe"ActivityKey keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!"
NActivSurfbackweb*****.exePackard Bell ActivSurf - automatically detects an internet connection and downloads any available updates
UActMakerActMak25.exe"""ActMaker mouse and keyboard toolkit can record the daily operation of your computer and reduce your workload. You don't need to do any coding
UActMakerActMaker25.exe"ActMaker mouse and keyboard toolkit can record the daily operation of your computer and reduce your workload"
UACTrayACTray.exe"System Tray access to the ThinkVantage Access Connections connectivity-assistant program for IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad or 3000 Family notebook computers - ""allowing users to seamlessly switch between wired and wireless environments
UActual Window ManagerActualWindowManagerCenter.exe"Actual Window Manager from Actual Tools - ""an innovative desktop organization application which introduces unconventional window controls and also automatic general window operations making your work more productive
UActual Window MinimizerActualWindowMinimizerCenter.exe"Actual Window Minimizer - ""allows minimizing any window to task tray notification area or to the edge of the screen"""
XACTX1v1201.exe"Added by the VB.IS TROJAN!"
UAd Arrestadarrest.exe"Ad Arrest IE popup killer from GameFools"
XAd-Eliminatorad-eliminator.exe"Ad-Eliminator rogue spyware remover - not recommended
UAd-Protectad-protect.exe"Ad-Protect spyware and spam monitoring tool"
UAd-watchAd-watch.exe"Part of Lavasoft Ad-aware Plus - realtime spyware-monitor watching your memory and registry for spyware that tries to install or change your system"
UAD2KClientAD2KClient.exe"Executable for Active Disk from Iomega - allows software applications to be run directly from an Iomega Zip® disk. Required if you wish the applications to launch on insertion of a disk"
NAdaptec DirectCDDirectcd.exeDirectCD primarily allows you to drag and drop files onto a suitably formatted CD-RW disc. Unless you use this on a frequent basis it isn't required and is available via Start -> Programs. Start the program before inserting a DirectCD formatted CD-RW in the drive. A re-boot is recommended if you close Adaptec DirectCD before re-opening it again later
NAdaptecDirectCDDirectcd.exeDirectCD primarily allows you to drag and drop files onto a suitably formatted CD-RW disc. Unless you use this on a frequent basis it isn't required and is available via Start -> Programs. Start the program before inserting a DirectCD formatted CD-RW in the drive. A re-boot is recommended if you close Adaptec DirectCD before re-opening it again later
UAdaware BootupAd-aware.exe"Ad-Aware from Lavasoft - popular spyware/adware removal tool"
XAdaware lptt01adaware.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Adaware"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here. Note - this is not the valid Lavasoft Adaware"
XAddClass[Installation_Path]"Added by the STARTPAGE.F hijacker"
XAddClass[path to trojan]"Added by the SECDL-A TROJAN!"
UAdDeleteAdDelete.exeBanner advertisment blocker
XAdDestroyerAdDestroyer.exe"Virtual Bouncer - malware from Spyware Labs. It is distributed by the same bundling and drive-by download techniques as the parasites it claims to remove
XAdditional GuardWI[random characters].exe"Additional Guard rogue security software - not recommended
XADDITIONAL Servicespkgadd.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
XAddrPlus3[path] stup.exe [path] Adplus.dll Rundll32"TCent adware"
NADGJdetADGJDet.exeAdded with SoundBlaster Live! or Audigy soundcards for headphone autodetection
XAdmanager ControllerAdManCtl.exe"Adware
XAdministratorsvchost.scr"Added by the NOVACAL TROJAN!"
XAdministratorwinlogon.exe"Added by the RUBBLE-C WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate winlogon.exe process
XAdministrator di DagoDago.exe"Added by the PUNYA-B WORM!"
XAdminSoftsysfile.vbs"Added by the STARGRUB-A WORM!"
?ADMTray.exeadmtray.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. What does it do and is it required?"
XAdobesysbat32.exe"Added by the LOWZONES.T TROJAN!"
XAdobezteam.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN!
NAdobe AcrobatREADER~1.EXE"Speeds up the time it takes to load the Adobe Reader PDF document reader. ""The Speed Launcher quickly opens and closes all of the files that Acrobat or Adobe Reader will use when the application starts. Opening and closing the files allows your virus protection software to check these programs and add them to its list of safe files"" - see here. Not required for Adobe Reader to function properly"
NAdobe AcrobatReader_sl.exe"Speeds up the time it takes to load the Adobe Reader PDF document reader. ""The Speed Launcher quickly opens and closes all of the files that Acrobat or Adobe Reader will use when the application starts. Opening and closing the files allows your virus protection software to check these programs and add them to its list of safe files"" - see here. Not required for Adobe Reader to function properly"
XAdobe Acrobat Distiller Applicationacrotray.exe"Added by the RANDEX.DFJ WORM!"
XAdobe Acrobat Reader CFG[random filename]"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
NAdobe Acrobat Speed Launcheracrobat_sl.exe"Speeds up the time it takes to load Adobe's Acrobat PDF creation and management tool. From version 7.0 onwards"
XAdobe Filter Platformafilterplatform.exe"Added by the RBOT-OP WORM!"
NAdobe Photo Downloaderapdproxy.exe"Part of Adobe's Photoshop Album or Photoshop Elements packages - starts each time you connect an external image device to your PC (see here)"
UAdobe Version Cue CS2VersionCueCS2Tray.exe"File manager that's part of Adobe Creative Suite 2 - ""find files fast
XAdobeFontsfonts.htaBrowser hijacker - redirecting to Hugesearch.net
XAdobeManagerrundtl.exe"Added by the INJECT.IB TROJAN!"
XAdobeReaderProntkernell32.exe"Added by the RBOT-ATY WORM!"
XAdobeReaderProupdt.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-VQ WORM!"
XAdobeReaderProsvxhost.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM - see here"
XAdobeReaderProsubset.exe"Added by the RBOT.OCU WORM!"
NAdobeUpdaterAdobeUpdater.exeAutomatic updater for Adobe software - run manually
NAdobeVersionCueVersionCueTray.exe"""An exclusive feature of the Adobe® Creative Suite
?Adobe_ID0EYTHMVERSIO~2.EXE"Part of an Adobe product. What does it do and is it required?"
XAdobe_Readeracrotray.exe"Added by the AGENT-LNS TROJAN! Note that the legitimate Adobe file (if installed) would normally be found in %ProgramFiles%\Adobe%\%ProgramName% (where %ProgramName% is Acrobat 9.0\Acrobat or Acrobat 7.0\Distillr for example) whereas this one is located in %ProgramFiles%\Adobe"
Xadodemasteradodemaster.exe"Downloader of Korean origin
Xadprotadprot.exe"AdBlaster adware"
NADQuickAccessAdtray.exeAfter Dark for Windows. Screen saver creation program produced before screen savers became integrated into Win95
XAdRoarUpdateARUpdate.exe"AdRoar adware updater"
XAdRotator.Application[path to csrss.exe]"Added by the SMALL-AQ TROJAN! Note - this worm replaces the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
XAdRotator.Applicationservices.exe"FakeMessage/AdRotator adware. Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in an ""Inetsrv"" subfolder"
XAdsAlertAdsAlert.exe"AdsAlert rogue security software - not recommended"
XAdsBlockerstopAds.exe"AdsBlocker - detected by NOD32 as DIALER.DW!"
NADSL Diagnostic Toolsmapiicon.exeSystem tray access to ADSL modem diagnostic tools. Available via Start -> Programs
?ADSLSYSTEMTRAYSystemtrayV100B.exe"Apparently Annex A ADSL modem related. What does it do and is it required?"
YAdslTaskBar"rundll32.exe stmctrl.dll TaskBar"
XAdslTaskBarstaskmng.exe"Added by the RBOT-AXZ WORM!"
?ADSL_A2A2Installed"Associated with an Integrated Telecom Express (ITeX) ADSL driver installation. What does it do and is it required?"
YADSMTrayADSMTray.exeASUS Data Security Manager provides password protected data encryption on ASUS notebooks
Xadstartupautomove.exe"Adlogix adware variant"
XAdstartupAdstartup.exe"Adlogix adware"
XAdStatus ServiceAdStatServ.exe"WindUpdates AdStatus Service adware"
UAdSubtractadsub.exe"AdSubtract blocks ads
Xadtech2005adtech2005.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the STARTPAGE.AW TROJAN!"
Xadtech2006adtech2006.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the VB.KC WORM!"
XAdtools ServiceAdTools.exe"Windupdates Adware"
XAdultXAdultX.exeAdult content dialler and hijacker
XAdult_ChatAdult_Chat.exeAdult content dialler
XAdult_Chat1Adult_Chat1.exeAdult content dialler
XAdUpdatersysupudt.exeUnidentified adware downloader/updater
XAdvanced DHTML Enableexo32.exe"Added by the RANCK-FI TROJAN!"
XAdvanced DHTML Enable[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT.GLQ TROJAN!"
XAdvanced Internet Protocolcerf.exe"Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!"
XAdvanced Protection Systemadvpsys.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
UAdvanced SystemCare 3AWC.exe"Advanced SystemCare from IObit - ""helps protect
XAdvanced Tool Checksadvchks.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
NAdvanced Tools CheckADVCHK.EXEChecks when you install a new version of a Norton product that you have uninstalled all previous versions. Serves as a reminder if you forget
UAdvanced Uninstaller PRO Installation Monitormonitor.exe"Innovative Solutions Advanced Uninstaller PRO - ""easy-to-use suite for uninstalling applications and keeping your computer fast
XAdvancedPrivacySuiteAPS.exe"AdvancedPrivacySuite rogue privacy program - not recommended
XAdVantageAdVantage.exe"MediaAdVantage adware"
XAdVantage SetupAdVantageSetup.exe"MeMedia.Advantage adware - optionally installed with older versions of the DAEMON Tools Lite CD emulation tool (if you don't uncheck the ""DAEMON Tools sponsor ad module"" option during install) and possibly others"
Xadvap32[path to trojan]"Added by the MUTANT.AT TROJAN!"
UAdvertising KillerAkiller.exe"Advertising Killer - popup stopper"
UAdware Agentadware agent.exe"Adware Agent popup blocker"
XAdware Punisher MonitorAdwarePunisher_monitor.exe"Adware Punisher rogue spyware remover - not recommended
UAdwareAlertAdwareAlert.Exe"Adware program
XAdwareDeleteadwaredelete.exe"AdwareDelete rogue adware remover - not recommended
XAdwareKiller_traytray.exe"EAdwareKiller rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAdwareProMFCAntiTrojan Pro.exeAntiTrojan Pro rogue security software - not recommended. Variant of Ad-Ware Pro
XAdwareProtectorAdwareProtector.exe"Part of rogue security tools
XAdware_ProNETAdware_Pro.exe"Adware Pro rogue security software - not recommended
UAEFltrs ApplicationAESTFltr.exe"Part of the XP installation of the AudioCommander user interface for Andrea USB devices - including features such as noise cancellation
?Aeiwlsta.exeAeiwlsta.exe"IBM High Rate Wireless LAN Adapter driver. Is it required?"
UAESTFltrAESTFltr.exe"Part of the XP installation of the AudioCommander user interface for Andrea USB devices - including features such as noise cancellation
NAeXAgentLogonAeXAgentActivate.exe"Altiris Agent transmits information about your machine for the purpose of asset management and deployment"
UAEZBProcaptezbp.exe"IBM Aptiva keyboard customizer - enables certain special buttons on keyboard for CD operation
UAFAFilterwindefault.exe"AFAFilter - internet filter software"
NAGEIA PhysX SysTrayTrayIcon.exe"System Tray access to display properties for AGEIA PhysX graphics cards. Unless you change your desktop resolution
NAgentAgent.exe"Cyberlink's Power VCR II 3.0 is a TV tuner recording utility. If you want to schedule recordings you'll need this
XAgentalsys.exe"Added by the DREF-V VIRUS!"
Xagentppl.exe"Added by the DREF-U VIRUS!"
XAgent Browser[random filename]Added by the PPdoor.M-bdr backdoor TROJAN!
XAgent Explorer[random filename]Unidentified adware
Xagent.exeagent.exe"Part of rogue security tools
?AgenteRemupd.exe"Part of an older version of Panda Antivirus. Is this an update reminder (guess because of the name)
Xagentsvragentsvr.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as Monker.A adware. Note - do not confuse with the Microsoft Agent Server application of the same name as described here - the legitimate file will always be located in the Windows\Msagent folder"
UAgere SoftModem Messaging AppletAGRSMMSG.exeInstalled with the drivers for internal software modems based upon Lucent/Agere Systems chipsets - required if you use the SoftModem Assistant to configure the modem
NAGSatelliteAGSatellite.exeProgram from AudioGalaxy that lets you download some MP3s from their server. Available via Start -> Programs
Xahostahost.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
NAHQInitahqinit.exePart of AudioHQ for the Soundblaster Live!. Appears as though it makes the AudioHW toolbar drop down from the top of the desktop and isn't required
XAhstiebs.exe"PurityScan adware"
XAHU[path to worm]"Added by the ANACON-B WORM!"
XAicatuaa.exe"PurityScan adware"
XAidattuh.exe"PurityScan adware"
XAidaeetu.exe"PurityScan adware"
?AidemHotKeyDVMAIN.EXE"Keyboard related"
?AidemHotKeyKEYAPP.EXE"Keyboard related"
XAIM Instant Message Cookies[random filename]"Added by the RBOT-AFV WORM!"
XAim Quick StartAim.exe"Added by the FORBOT-BB WORM! Note - this is not the popular AOL Instant Messenger utility"
XAIM95 Startupaim95.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.AEE WORM!"
Xaimaol lptt01aimaol.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Aimaol"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
UAimMonitorAimMonitor.exe"AIM Monitor Sniffer surveillance software for the AIM instant messenger. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
NAIMster??Peer to Peer (P2P) file sharing client that runs over the AOL Instant Messenger network. Available via Start -> Programs
NAIMWDInstallAIMWDInstall.exe"Version of the WildTangent on-line games installer that came with versions of AOL Instant Messenger. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case"
YAiptek Graphics Tablet (USB)atwtusb.exeUSB interface for Aiptek Graphics Tablet (USB)
?Air2Dataa2dservice.exe"Related to the Air2Data Wireless HISA (High-Speed Internet Access) service. What does it do and is it required?"
Xaircityaircity.exe"Related to ""Prutect"" malware from e2Give"
UAirPort Base Station AgentAPAgent.exe"Airport Base Station Agent utility for Apple's AirPort wi-fi basestations. ""Wireless solution for home
UAJC Active BackupAJCActBk.exe"AJC Active Backup from AJC Software - ""Instantly backup files you change on your PC and keep multiple versions to undo"""
?AlarmWatcherAlarmWatcher.exe"Associated with SynTPEnh and SynTPLpr which are from Synaptics for touchpads on laptops. What does it do and is it required?"
NAlbum Fast StartABMTSR.EXE"Scanner software
?AlcFDMonitorALCFDRTM.EXE"RealTek related - Real-Time SPDIF-in Monitor for nVidia chipset - is it required in startup?"
?ALCFDRTM16ALCFDRTM16.com"RealTek related - Real-Time SPDIF-in Monitor for nVidia chipset - is it required in startup?"
UAlcmtrALCMTR.EXE"Realtek Azalia Audio - Event Monitor
XAlcmtrMalware Doctor.exe"MalwareDoc rogue security software - not recommended
NAlcohol Soft Development Teamaxcmd.exe"Part of Alcohol 120% - ""a powerful Windows CD and DVD burning software that makes it easy to create backups of DVDs and CDs. In addition
NAlcohol.exe AutorunAlcohol.exe"Alcohol 120% - ""a powerful Windows CD and DVD burning software that makes it easy to create backups of DVDs and CDs. In addition
NAlcoholAutomountaxcmd.exe"Part of Alcohol 120% - ""a powerful Windows CD and DVD burning software that makes it easy to create backups of DVDs and CDs. In addition
?Alcom PCL CaptureFMW_PCAP.EXE"??"
UAlcxMonitorAlcxmntr.exe"Installed with hardware drivers for a Realtek AC97 audio device. It's believed that Realtek uses this file in order to gather data about the customer. Some users report problems with their on-board sound if this is disabled - hence the ""U"" recommendation"
Xaldefr ere servicetay0x.exe"Added by the RBOT-XS WORM!"
Xalerteralerter.exe"MAHA.F spyware"
XAlexaToolbaralt.exeIdentified by Ewido Security Suite (Ewido is now part of AVG Technologies) as the DELF.EB TROJAN!
?ALFY AccelleratorAlfyAC~1.exe"??"
NAlias SketchBook SnapshotALIASS~2.EXEScreen-capture utility for Alias Sketchbook
NAlienAutopsyTest_BS.exe"Alienware computer technical support software"
XAlive SYstemscchost.exe"Added by the TOFDROP-B TROJAN!"
XAlive SYstemscchostc.exe"Added by the TOFDROP-B TROJAN!"
UAll Aboard Statusstswin.exe"All Aboard! Internet Connection Sharing status icon"
XAll Sea screen saverTaskTray.exe"Free screensaver
XAllopassw[path to trojan]"Added by the RANKY.CU TROJAN!"
UALLTEL DSL Check-up Centermatcli.exe"""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
UAllToTrayALLTOTRAY.EXE"AlltoTray from DNTSoft - minimize any program to your System Tray"
XAlogrithm Link Queuealq.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
Xalphasvchost.exe"Added by a variant of the DELF.IT TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! The location of this file varies"
XAlphaAntalpha.exe"Alpha Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
YAlps Electric USB ServerMonserv.exe"Alps Electric USB Server - required according to this article"
UAlpsPointApoint.exeTouchpad software for laptop PC's. For instance it is found on the Panasonic and Sony Vaio machines and allows part of the touchpad to be used for document or Web-page scrolling. Required for proper functioning of the pointing software but not required for the laptop to work
Xalt CTRL Shiftet3rd.exe"Added by the SDBOT-RH BACKDOOR!"
XALTER DATA[path] repcale.exe [path] beird.exe"Added by the IRCFLOOD.CD TROJAN! Both files are located in %System%\ccdew"
XAltnetpoints manager.exe"Altnet TopSearch adware"
XAltnetPointsManagerpoints manager.exe"Altnet TopSearch adware"
UAltoMB_serviceAltoMBsrv.exe"Alto Memory Booster from Alto Software - boost the computers performance via more intelligent and efficient memory management. MS MVPs (Most Valued Professional) recommend not using memory managers with Win98/SE/ME. See this article and make up your own mind"
UALTOOLSAccessL.exe"ALTools family of PC utilities"
XAltPaymentsAltPayments.exe"WeirdOnTheWeb adware"
UALUAlertALUNotify.exeNotification reminder for Symantec's LiveUpdate. Leave enabled unless you manually run LiveUpdate on a regular basis
NAluria Security CenterSecurityCenter.exe"Aluria Software's spyware removal tool - we can't really recommend this product as Aluria have recently partnered with WhenU
UAluria's Pop-Up Stoppereps.exeAluria Pop-Stopper
NAluria's Spyware EliminatorASE.exe"Aluria Software's spyware removal tool - we can't really recommend this product as Aluria have recently partnered with WhenU
UAlwaysOnTopMakerAlwaysOnTopMaker.exe"Always On Top Maker - utilty to enable an application to always be displayed ""on top"" of others on the desktop"
XAmazingTensAmazingTens.exePremium rate adult content dialler
Yamd_dc_optamd_dc_opt.exe"
NAmerica Onlineaoltray.exe"Adds the AOL icon in the System Tray (*.* denotes version if present) for versions of AOL up to and including 9.0. Start AOL via the desktop or quick launch shortcuts or via Start → All Programs"
NAmerica Online *.* Tray Iconaoltray.exe"Adds the AOL icon in the System Tray (*.* denotes version if present) for versions of AOL up to and including 9.0. Start AOL via the desktop or quick launch shortcuts or via Start → All Programs"
Xamircivilsvchost.exe…"Added by the AMIRECIVEL WORM!"
YAmonitoramon.exe"Tiny Personal Firewall"
UAMO_Taskplaner.exeAMO_Taskplaner.exe"Part of Ashampoo® Magical Optimizer from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which removes stagnant and unnecessary hard drive files
UAMO_TA~1AMO_Taskplaner.exe"Part of Ashampoo® Magical Optimizer from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which removes stagnant and unnecessary hard drive files
UAMO_TA~1.EXEAMO_TA~1.EXE"Part of Ashampoo® Magical Optimizer from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which removes stagnant and unnecessary hard drive files
Xamsgupdateams.exeAdded by a variant of the MAILBOT TROJAN!
XAndware DefenceZsoft32.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.OO WORM!"
?AnnotateCheckAnnCheck.exe"Genius Wizard Pen Tablet driver related. Is it required?"
NAnnouncementsAnnclist.exeMS WebTV for Windows. Used to display TV on your PC via a compatible video card with in-built tuner (such as ATI All-In-Wonder). If you don't use it - uninstall it
NAnntextAnntext.exeCaere Pagekeeper text annotation server
UAnonymityGatewayAnonymity Gateway.exe"Anonymity Gateway - privacy protection tool that conceals IP address preventing your surfing habits and your internet activity form being tracked by websites or Internet Service Providers"
UAnonymizer Total Net ShieldAnonTns.exe"Anonymizer Total Net Shield - ID protection and privacy software"
YANONYMIZER_SPYWAREKILLERAnonAntiSpyware.exe"Anonymizer Anti-Spyware - now discontinued"
UAnother Internet Explorer Popup Killeraiepk2.exe"Another IE Popup Killer - pop-up stopper"
Xansjava[path to worm]"Added by the RANDON-AN WORM!"
XAnskyaPYSKY.NET.exe"Added by the DLOADER-MW TROJAN!"
UAnswerToolAnswerTool.exe"AnswerTool - save your E-mail replies in AnswerTool
XAntiIsass.exe"Added by the BROPIA.K WORM!"
XAnti Spam Servicespamsvc.exe"Added by the MYTOB-BK WORM!"
NAnti-Blaxx ManagerAnti-Blaxx.exe"Anti-Blaxx - bypass blacklistings from different copy protections bypassing methods like virtual CD or DVD drives"
UAnti-keylogger checkantikey.exe"Anti-keylogger - protects against keylogger programs monitoring your keystrokes"
UAnti-Trojan-WatchATWatch.exeAnti-Trojan Watch - trojan detector
XAnti-Virusvpms.exe"Added by a variant of the SLAPER TROJAN!"
XAnti-Virus[random filename].exe"Added by the CAPROBAD-A TROJAN!"
XAnti-Virus Product Sync[unprintable character][3 characters]log.exe"Added by the KEDEBE.D WORM!"
XAnti-Virus Update Scheduler[path to trojan]"Added by the SPAMMIT-A TROJAN!"
XAnti-Virus Update Schedulerwinsp3.exe"Malware - detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.FP TROJAN!"
XAnti-Virus Update Scheduler V1.39.12R[path to trojan]"Added by the HEPLANE or STAPREW.B TROJANS! - different filenames have been spotted; examples: msvc.exe
XAntiAdd.exeAntiAdd.exe"AntiAdd rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiAIDAntiAID.exe"AntiAID rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiCareMainAntiCare.exe"AntiCare rogue security software - not recommended"
XAntiClickerSVCHST32.EXE"Added by the CBH TROJAN!"
Uantidialer.co.ukDialer_Watcher.exe"Dialer_Watcher is an application that allows you to detect dialers on your computer"
YAntiFreezeAntiFreeze.exe"AntiFreeze from Resplendence Software Projects - ""offers a last recourse when you find your computer in a hung state"". If your system has hung and AntiFreeze is running
Xantihostahr.exe"Added by the BANCBAN-QJ TROJAN!"
Xantikewingate32.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM! See here"
XAntiKeepAntiKeep.exe"AntiKeep rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiKeep.exeAntiKeep.exe"AntiKeep rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiMalwareAntiMalware.exe"AntiMalware rogue security software - not recommended
XAntimalware Doctor.exeAntimalware Doctor.exe"Antimalware Doctor rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiMalwareGuardamg.exe"AntiMalwareGuard rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiMalwareSuiteAMS.exe"AntiMalwareSuite rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiMalware_ProNETAntiMalware_Pro.exe"AntiMalware Pro rogue security software - not recommended
UAntiPopUpAntiPopUp.exe"AntiPopUp for IE - pop-up stopper"
XAntiSpionagepgs.exe"AntiSpionage
XAntiSpionagePropgs.exe"AntiSpionagePro
XantispyANTIVIR.exe"IE AntiVirus rogue security software - not recommended
XantispyANTIVIRUS.exe"IE AntiVirus rogue security software - not recommended
Xantispyieav.exe"IE AntiVirus rogue security software - not recommended
Xantispyscan.exe"IE AntiVirus rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpy2008AntiSpy2008.exe"Antispy 2008 rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyBossasb32.exe"AntiSpyBoss rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpyCheckAntiSpyCheck.exe"AntiSpyCheck rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyCheck 2.1AntiSpyCheck 2.1.exe"AntiSpyCheck rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyCheck 2.1.0AntiSpyCheck.exe"AntiSpyCheck rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyControlpgs.exe"AntiSpyControl rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpyGoldenAntiSpyGolden 5.1.exe"AntiSpyGolden rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiSpyGolden 5.1AntiSpyGolden 5.1.exe"AntiSpyGolden rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiSpyGuardAntiSpyGuard.exe"AntiSpyGuard rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpyKitAntiSpyKit 5.3.exe"AntiSpyKit rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyKit 5.2AntiSpyKit 5.2.exe"AntiSpyKit rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyKit 5.3AntiSpyKit 5.3.exe"AntiSpyKit rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyMonAntiSpyMon.exe"Antispyware Protector rogue security software - not recommended"
Xantispysoldierantispysoldier.exe"AntiSpyware Soldier rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntispySpiderantispyspider.exe"AntiSpySpider rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntispyStormAntispyStorm.exe"AntispyStorm rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpywareAntiSpyware.exe"AntiSpywareApp rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyware ProAntiSpyware Pro.exe"AntiSpyware Pro 2009 rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntispyware PRO XPasproxp.exe"AntiSpyware Pro XP rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntispyware-2008.exeAntispyware-2008.exe"AntiSpyware 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
YAntiSpyWare2GuardAntiSpyWare2Guard.exe"Part of Ashampoo® AntiSpyWare 2 from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG. This part is the realtime monitor that looks for changes on the users system such as BHO
XAntiSpyware3000.exeantispyware.exe"AntiSpyware 3000 rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpywareBotAntiSpywareBot.exe"AntiSpywareBot rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpywareControlpgs.exe"AntiSpywareControl rogue security software - not recommended
XAntispywareDAntispywareD.exe"AntiSpywareDeluxe rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpywareExpertase.exe"AntiSpywareExpert rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpywareGuardasg.exe"AntiSpywareGuard rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpywareMasterasm.exe"AntiSpywareMaster rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpywareShieldAntiSpywareShield.exe"AntiSpywareShield rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiSpywareSuitepgs.exe"AntiSpywareSuite rogue security software - not recommended. A member of the AVSystemCare family"
XAntiSpywareXP 2009AntiSpywareXP2009.exe"AntiSpywareXP 2009 rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiSpyZoneAntiSpyZone.exe"AntiSpyZone rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiSpyZone 4.5AntiSpyZone 4.5.exe"AntiSpyZone rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiSpyZone 4.6AntiSpyZone 4.6.exe"AntiSpyZone rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiSpyZone 4.9AntiSpyZone 4.9.exe"AntiSpyZone rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiSpyZone 5.1AntiSpyZone 5.1.exe"AntiSpyZone rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiSpyZone 5.4AntiSpyZone 5.4.exe"AntiSpyZone rogue spyware remover - not recommended"
XAntiTroyAntiTroy.exe"AntiTroy rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiTroy.exeAntiTroy.exe"AntiTroy rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVer2008pgs.exe"AntiVer2008
XAntiVermeansAntiVermeans.exe"Variant of the Antivermins rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVerminsAntiVermins.exe"Antivermins rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVermins 3.0AntiVermins 3.0.exe"Antivermins rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVermins 3.3AntiVermins 3.3.exe"Antivermins rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVerminserAntiVerminser.exe"Variant of the Antivermins rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVerminsProAntiVerminspro.exe"Antivermins rogue security software - not recommended
Xantiviirusantiviirus.exeAdded by a variant of the AGENT.KEU TROJAN!
XAntivirsvchst.exe"Added by the RAGRUK-A TROJAN!"
XAntiVirscvhost.exe"Added by the AGENT-DSF TROJAN!"
XAntiVirwinlog.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-TJ TROJAN!"
XAntiVirsmss.exe"Added by the DWNLDR-GWE TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate smss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %ProgramFiles%"
YAntiVir XPAVwin.exe"AntiVir® PersonalEdition Classic - antivirus"
XAntivir64Antivir64.exe"Antivir64 rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAntiviralGoldenAntiviralGolden.exe"AntiviralGolden rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVirGear 3.7AntiVirGear 3.7.exe"AntiVirGear rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVirGear 3.8AntiVirGear 3.8.exe"AntiVirGear rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVirProtectAntiVirProtect.exe"AntiVirProtect rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusav.exe"Added by the SINKIN TROJAN! Resets IE start page to realphx.com"
XAntivirusmaja.exe"Added by the NETSKY.H WORM!"
XAntivirusiexpl0res.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XAntiViruskaspery.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XAntiVirusAntiVirus.exe"Added by the BANKER-EHB TROJAN!"
XAntivirusAntvrs.exe"AntiVirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusavm.exe"Antivirus Master rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusvav.exe"Vista Antivirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusaav.exe"Advanced Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
XANTIVIRUSAVS.exe"Antivirus Sentry rogue security software - not recommended
XANTIVIRUSmicroAV.exe"Micro Antivirus 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusMSA.exe"MS Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
XANTIVIRUSUltraAV.exe"Ultra Antivirus 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusxpa.exe"Xpert Antivirus Enterprise rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusSPP.exe"Spyware Preventer rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirussav.exe"System Antivirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusuav.exe"Ultimate Antivirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiviruswav.exe"Windows Antivirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirus 2009av2009.exe"AntiVirus'09 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirus 2009 plusAntivirus 2009 plus.exe"AntiVirus Plus rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirus Agent Proaap.exe"Antivirus Agent Pro rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirus Installer[path to trojan]"Added by the BADGENT-A TROJAN!"
XAntivirus PC 2009avpc2009.exe"Antivirus PC 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirus Pro 2009AntivirusPro2009.exe"AntiVirus Plus rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirus Pro 2010AntivirusPro_2010.exe"Antivirus Pro 2010 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVirus Processvirprot.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XAntivirus Protection Servicesccapp2.exe"Added by the RBOT.EXI WORM!"
XAntiVirus Updateupdates.exe"Added by the RBOT-JF WORM!"
XAntiVirus Updateantivirus.exe"Added by the RBOT-IF WORM!"
XAntivirus Updatesavupdchk.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-IP WORM!"
XAntivirus-2008.exeAntivirus-2008.exe"Antivirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended. Detected by Sophos as the FAKEAV-BK TROJAN!"
Xantivirus-2008pro.exeantivirus-2008pro.exe"Antivirus 2008 PRO rogue security software - not recommended. Detected by Sophos as the FAKEAV-AW TROJAN!"
XAntivirus-GoldenAntivirus-Golden.exe"Antivirus-Golden rogue security software - not recommended"
XAntivirus.exeAntivirus.exe"Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirus2008yantvrs.exe"AntiVirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
Xantivirus32antivirus.exe"Added by the SPYBOT.KAI WORM!"
XAntivirusBESTInstaller.exe"Installer for the AntivirusBEST rogue security software - not recommended. Removal instructions here"
XAntivirusBESTabest.exe"AntivirusBEST rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusDocAntivirusDoc.exe"AntivirusDoc rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusFiablepgs.exe"AntivirusFiable
XAntivirusForAllpgs.exe"AntivirusForAll rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusGoldAntivirusGold.exe"AntivirusGold rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusGold 5.1AntivirusGold 5.1.exe"AntivirusGold rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVirusLab2009AntiVirusLab2009.exe"Antivirus Lab 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusOrdipgs.exe"AntivirusOrdi
XAntivirusPCPakkepgs.exe"AntivirusPCPakke
XAntivirusPCSuitepgs.exe"AntivirusPCSuite rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiviruspertuttipgs.exe"Antiviruspertutti rogue security software - not recommended. A member of the AVSystemCare family"
XAntiVirusProAntiVirusPro.exe"Anti Virus Pro rogue security software - not recommended"
XAntiVirusProMFCAntivirus Pro.exe"AntiVirus Pro rogue security software - not recommended"
?AntiVirusProtectionqumk.exe"??"
XAntivirusProtectionantivirusprotection.exe"Antivirus Protection rogue security software - not recommended
XAntivirusschermpgs.exe"Antivirusscherm
XAntivirusXP.exeAntivirusXP.exe"Antivirus XP Pro rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVirus_ProNETAntiVirus_Pro.exe"AntiVirusPro rogue security software - not recommended
XAntiVituSBase.exe"Added by the BAS.A WORM!"
Xantiwareelite***32.exe [*** = random char]"Added by the DLOADER-HW TROJAN!"
UAntiWindowsMessengerAntiMsMsg.exe"Anti-Windows_Messenger is a small application that prevents Windows Messenger from remaining resident in memory"
XAntiWorm2008pgs.exe"AntiWorm2008 rogue security software - not recommended. A member of the AVSystemCare family"
Xanti_trojanti_troj.exe"Malware installed by different rogue security software including SpyKillerPro. Also detected as the LODEAR.D TROJAN!"
UAnVir Security SuiteAnVir.exe"AnVir Security Suite - ""is a tool that controls everything running on computer and provides Windows enhancements that help in every-day work"". Monitors and manages startup programs
UAnVir Task ManagerAnVir.exe"AnVir Task Manager - ""is a tool that controls everything running on computer and provides Windows enhancements that help in every-day work"". Monitors and manages startup programs
UAnVir Task Manager FreeAnVir.exe"AnVir Task Manager Free - ""is a tool that controls everything running on computer and provides Windows enhancements that help in every-day work"". Monitors and manages startup programs
UAnVir Task Manager ProAnVir.exe"AnVir Task Manager Pro - ""is a tool that controls everything running on computer and provides Windows enhancements that help in every-day work"". Monitors and manages startup programs
XAnvTrgrAnvTrgr.exe"AntivirusTrigger rogue security software - not recommended
UAny To-Do Listanytodo.exe"Any To-Do List ""the ultimate software solution to keep yourself organized and reminded"""
?anycom bluetoothftflauncher.exe"Associated with an Anycom bluetooth wireless card. What does it do and is it required?"
UAnyDVDAnyDVDtray.exe"System Tray access to AnyDVD from SlySoft - which descrambles DVD-Movies automatically in the background and the DVD appears unprotected and region code free. Also removes prohibited operations from the DVD such as skipping adverts"
XanythingATITAX.exe"Added by the FORBOT-DP WORM!"
UAnyTimeAtw.exe"AnyTime Organizer Deluxe from Individual Software Inc - ""all the tools you need to organize your calendar
UAnyTime OrganizerAtDem.exe"AnyTime Organizer Deluxe from Individual Software Inc - ""all the tools you need to organize your calendar
UAnyTime OrganizerAtw.exe"AnyTime Organizer Deluxe from Individual Software Inc - ""all the tools you need to organize your calendar
NAO TrayAOTray.ExeSystem Tray application for AOpen soundcards. Can be run manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
XAOL 9.0 OptimizedAOLClient.exe"Added by the SPYBOTER.A TROJAN!"
UAOL Broadband Check-Upmatcli.exe"""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
XAol Configuration Loaderaimsng.exe"Added by the SDBOT-XE WORM!"
NAOL Fast StartAOL.exe"Fast Start loads the AOL integrated email
XAOL Instant Messangeraim.exe"Added by the SDBOT-YT WORM! Note - this is not the popular AOL Instant Messenger utility"
XAOL Instant Messengaraol.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-FN WORM!"
XAOL Instant MessengerAlM.EXE"Added by unidentified malware. Note - there ia a lower case ""L"" between the A and M in the filename"
XAol Instant Messengeraolmsg.exe"Added by the KELVIR.AL WORM!"
XAOL Instant Messengeraimsgr.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.N TROJAN!"
XAOL Instant Messenger 7.213aim9283.exe"Added by the SDBOT-ZF WORM!"
XAOL Instant Messenger dll runtimeMSAOL32dll.exe"Added by the RBOT-ATA WORM!"
XAol Instant Messenger Fixaolfix.exe"Added by the SDBOT-ABJ WORM!"
XAOL Messenger OptimizedAOLOpt.exe"Added by the AOLOPT TROJAN!"
NAOL Service LibrariesAOLSoftware.exe"Quoted from AOL Beta Team
XAOL Services Hostsaolserviceshosts.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
UAOL Spyware ProtectionAOLSP Scheduler.exeAOL's spyware protection program
UAOL TopSpeedMonitoraoltsmon.exe"AOL's TopSpeed ""web-acceleration technology speeds up your web-browsing experience by storing and reusing elements of web pages that you visit
?AOLCCACCAgnt.exe"AOL ISP software related
?AOLSAVAOLAgent.exe"AOL ISP related. What does it do and is it required?"
NAOLSoftwareAOLSoftware.exe"Quoted from AOL Beta Team
XAOLStartAOLStart.exe"Added by the KRAIMER.12 TROJAN!"
Xaolupdater.exeaolupdater.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
NAOTrayAOTray.ExeSystem Tray application for AOpen soundcards. Can be run manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
Xaoueisysrtmvs.exe"Chivio dialer"
YAPC UPS StatusDisplay.exe"APC PowerChute® Personal Edition status icon"
XAPCProtect.exeAPCProtect.exe"APCProtect rogue security software - not recommended
Yapc_trayapc_tray.exePart of the APC UPS software loaded with the BACK-UPS CS 350 unit. Required to monitor the APC unit in case of power failure
UApointApoint.exeTouchpad software for laptop PC's. For instance it is found on the Panasonic and Sony Vaio machines and allows part of the touchpad to be used for document or Web-page scrolling. Required for proper functioning of the pointing software but not required for the laptop to work
XApp.EXEName[path to worm]"Added by the BODIRU WORM!"
XApPache SystemApPache.exe"Added by the RBOT-YP BACKDOOR!"
UAppExtenderAppExtCB.exe"Loads the Confimax add-in for popular E-mail programs to confirm E-mails have been sent and received"
NAppleSyncNotifierAppleSyncNotifier.exe"From WinPatrol PLUS by BillP Studios - ""This file installs with iTunes and is used when syncing your iPhone
XAppletINITINITIATE.EXE"Added by the AGOBOT.XV TROJAN!"
YApplicationmdmsetsp.exe"Aztech Labs modem driver"
XApplicationcsrss.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.EG WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
XApplication Adapterabvsvc.exe"Added by the CHECKOUT WORM!"
UApplication ExplorerNaldesk.exe"Novell Zenworks Application Explorer Executable. ""For almost all users the Novell ZENworks agent (either Application Launcher or Application Explorer) will be run via the user's login script on each successful login. ZENworks is used to periodically deliver software updates and is also used to install the remote management components."""
UApplication ExplorerNalView.exe"Application Explorer - file manager type access to Novell Application Launcher for installing and updating network residing applications"
XApplication Explorerappexplr.exe"Added by the AGENT-NMO TROJAN!"
XApplication In SystemSnxmsh.exe"Added by the AGENT-LNV TROJAN!"
NApplication LauncherApplication Launcher.exe"System Tray access to the Sony Ericsson PC Suite and HTC Sync mobile phone management utilities. Run manually via the Start Menu (or optional desktop shortcut) before connecting the phone"
XApplication Layer Browserabgsvc.exe"Added by the ULPM.FX TROJAN!"
XApplication Layer Gateway Servicealgs.exe"Added by the LINKBOT.M WORM!"
XApplication Layer Scheduleragtsvc.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.BJJ BACKDOOR!"
XApplication Layer Servicesavrsvc.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.BJM BACKDOOR!"
XApplication Manageracnsvc.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
XApplication Managerapnsvc.exe"Added by the SMALLTRO.FN TROJAN!"
XApplicationProtocolRunsmsbvl32.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-CX TROJAN!"
UAQ3HelperStartUpAQ3HEL~1.EXE"ScreenScenes ""Aquatica Water Worlds"" screensaver. The freeware version comes with GAIN branded ads (pop-ups and others). ScreenScenes do however offer you the option of doing away with the ads by purchasing the screensaver for a whopping $30. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
XAqujyjax[path to file]"Added by the RANCK-CQ TROJAN!"
Xarcaderockstararcaderockstar32.exe"Arcade Rockstar (now Gamevance) - free arcade games and prize tournaments. The program itself is clean
XARCHIVE CONTROLfixupdattr.exe"Added by the MYTOB.GU WORM!"
NArcSoft ConnectACDaemon.exe"Used to serve notice of product information and updates when running ArcSoft products such as TotalMedia
NArcSoft Connection ServiceACDaemon.exe"Used to serve notice of product information and updates when running ArcSoft products such as TotalMedia
UArctosarazerhid.exe"Razer Arctosa gaming keyboard driver - required if you use the additional features and programmed keys/macros"
NaresliteAresLite.exe"""Ares is a free open source file sharing program that enables users to share any digital file including images
UArgentum Backupab.exe"Argentum Backup - a small backup program that lets you easily back up your documents and folders"
XAritimaaritima.exe"Added by the ARITIM WORM!"
XArman[path to worm]"Added by the IRCBOT-TG WORM!"
UARMOR2NETArmor2net.exe"Related to Armor2net personal firewall (possibly contains or is related to a product known as ArmorWall - which is a known rogue
UArovax AntiSpywarearovaxantispyware.exe"Part of Arovax AntiSpyware from Arovax
Uarovaxantispywarearovaxantispyware.exe"Part of Arovax AntiSpyware from Arovax
UArteraarteraui.exe"Artera Turbo Internet Accelerator - ""surf faster
XASC-AntiSpywareWinCleaner.exe"WinCleaner 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
XASC-AntiSpywareWinAntivirus.exe"Win Antivirus Vista/XP rogue security software - not recommended
XASDPLUGINadult1.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer"
XASDPLUGINAustria.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer"
XASDPLUGINnetherlands.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer"
XASDPLUGINturkey.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer"
XASDPLUGINXadult1.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer"
XASDPLUGINtemp532.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer"
YAshampoo AntiSpyWare 2AntiSpyWare2Guard.exe"Part of Ashampoo® AntiSpyWare 2 from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG. This part is the realtime monitor that looks for changes on the users system such as BHO
YAshampoo AntiSpyWare 2 GuardAntiSpyWare2Guard.exe"Part of Ashampoo® AntiSpyWare 2 from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG. This part is the realtime monitor that looks for changes on the users system such as BHO
YAshampoo AntiVirus ServiceGuardGui.exe"System Tray access to the main user interface for Ashampoo® AntiVirus from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG."
UAshampoo Core Tunerct.exe"Ashampoo® Core Tuner from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - a utility which helps you to get the most out of a multi-processor (or dual core) computer. ""For instant results you just need to select Auto-Optimize to optimize all the programs you are running or Boost to give more power to a single program"". This entry loads Core Tuner with Windows (required if you use any optimized profiles) and gives System Tray access"
UAshampoo HDD Control GuardHDDControlGuard.exe"Part of Ashampoo® HDD Control from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - a hard drive monitoring utility which also incorporates defragmentation and cleaners for browsing history and unnecessary files. This entry loads the Ashampoo HDD Control Guard component on startup which runs in the background and monitors the hard drives and provides System Tray access"
UAshampoo Magical DefragaDefragCtrl.exe"System Tray access to the main user interface for Ashampoo® Magical Defrag from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which ""runs in the background as a service
UAshampoo Magical Optimizer TaskplanerAMO_TA~1.EXE"Part of Ashampoo® Magical Optimizer from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which removes stagnant and unnecessary hard drive files
UAshampoo Magical Optimizer TaskplanerAMO_Taskplaner.exe"Part of Ashampoo® Magical Optimizer from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which removes stagnant and unnecessary hard drive files
Nashampoo Magical UnInstallMagicalUnInstall.exe"Ashampoo® Magical UnInstall from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which monitors each new program installation
Nashampoo UnInstaller WatcherUIWatcher.exe"Part of the Ashampoo® UnInstaller series from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - including UnInstaller Platinum 2
YashAvastashAvast.exe"Part of Avast antivirus"
XASHLTAshlt.exe"Ashlt adware"
UAsioRegregsvr32.exe ctasio.dll"ASIO (Audio Stream In/Out) drivers for the SoundBlaster Audigy 2 series soundcards - for recording and home project studios. Required if you use this functionality"
UAsioThk32Regrregsvr32.exe ctasio.dll"ASIO (Audio Stream In/Out) drivers for the SoundBlaster Audigy 2 series soundcards - for recording and home project studios. Required if you use this functionality"
UASKrundll32.exe [path] ASK.dll rdl"Stealth Keylogger keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself! Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted"
UASMASMonitor.exe"Active Security Monitor from AOL - helps you determine how vulnerable your PC is to computer viruses
UAsmw Soft Popups Burnerpopups burner.exe"Popup blocker
XASP.NET State Servicecsrss.exe"Added by the DLOADER-QI TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
XASP.NET State Servicecrsass.exe"Added by the BANLOAD-M TROJAN!"
XASP.NET State Serviceservicos..exe"Added by the DADOBRA-I TROJAN!"
Nasp4trayasp4tray.exeSystem Tray application for Aureal Vortex based soundcards. Can be run manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
YAspireTimeMachineacertmb.exe"System recovery software supplied with some Acer notebook PCs. Similar to GoBack and the restore program in WinXP
Xasrupdate.exeasrupdate.exe"Added by the VB.ATZ TROJAN!"
XAss and tittiesCMD32.EXE"Added by the SDBOT-GG BACKDOOR!"
XassistseASSISTSE.EXE"CnsMin (Chinese Keywords) hijacker related"
XASTAST"Added by the VB.AH TROJAN!"
XASTAST.exe"AutoStarter parasite"
UASTARTastart.exeASUS TweakEnable - restores manually changed settings for ASUS based video cards such as overclocking. Only required if you use non-standard settings
XAStartAStart"Added by the VB.AH TROJAN!"
NasTrayAstray.exe"Voyetra Audio Station - part of Voyetra's Ultimate MP3 & CD Manager. MP3 and digital music jukebox/organizer"
NAstroAstro.exeChecks for updates to Quicken on a system reboot
XAstrumAstrum.exe"Astrum Antivirus Pro rogue security software - not recommended
NASUS Live UpdateALU.exeASUS Live Update utility for their motherboards
?ASUS Screen Saver ProtectorASScrPro.exe"Either a valid program on some ASUS laptops - such as the F3 and F5 series or unsafe
UASUS SmartDoctorVGAProbe.exeASUS video card fan/thermal monitor
UASUS TweakEnableastart.exeASUS TweakEnable - restores manually changed settings for ASUS based video cards such as overclocking. Only required if you use non-standard settings
UAsusEPCMonitorAsEPCMon.exe"Part of the ACPI driver for the Asus Eee PC range. Manages the Fn function keys and ""on screen display"""
?AsusStartupHelpAsRunHelp.exe"Unknown ASUS motherboard utility. What does it do and is it required?"
UAsusTrayAsTray.exe"Part of the ACPI driver for the Asus Eee PC range. Watches the sensors of the motherboard such as power and temperature"
UasustweakenableATweak.exeASUS TweakEnable - restores manually changed settings for ASUS based video cards such as overclocking. Only required if you use non-standard settings
NASUSWebStorageASUSWSDashBoard.exe"System Tray access to ASUS Webstorage online backup and sharing utility which is pre-installed on some ASUS systems or available for free (with 1GB available) for others. Disable unless you want to automatically backup and sync your files every time your system starts"
UAT&T Self Support Toolmatcli.exe"AT&T Resolution Assistant. ""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
UAT-WatchATWatch.exeAnti-Trojan Watch - trojan detector
Xatapidrvatapidrv.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-SL WORM!"
Uatchkatchk.exe"AMT Status Message from Intel. Users can manage this
Xatf.exepgs.exe"Part of the PCSecureSystem rogue security software - not recommended. A member of the AVSystemCare family"
Xatf_reinstallatf.exe"Part of the AVSystemCare rogue security software - not recommended. See here"
UAthanAthan.exe"Athan - an application that calculates and reminds the five daily Islamic prayer times for anywhere in the world"
UATI 2D ComponentAti2mdxx.exe"Installed with the drivers for some ATI based discrete graphics cards and on-board/mobile chipsets. After testing it's exact function isn't known at this time and it doesn't appear to be running even with the startup entry enabled - hence the ""U"" recommendation"
XATI Active Graphics Card Monitoratievx.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-TL WORM!"
XATI AS Filtermsnse.exe"Added by the RBOT-CCY WORM! Note - modifies the HOSTS file by appending numerous lines
NATI CATALYST System TrayCLI.exe SystemTray"System Tray access to ATI's Catalyst™ Control Center. Note that this has ""SystemTray"" appended to CLI.exe in the ""Command"" column of MSCONFIG. Not required to run the control center - which is available via a right-click on the desktop"
XAti Control Panelatiphexx.EXE"Added by the RBOT-BR WORM!"
XATI Cpanelatiphexx.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-NV WORM!"
UATI Desktop ComponentATIPTAXX.EXE"Installed with the drivers for some ATI based discrete graphics cards and on-board/mobile chipsets. Provides System Tray access to display settings (including desktop resolution
NATI DeviceDetectATIDtct.EXEUtility meant for future use of the ATI TV WONDER USB 2.0 video driver and can be disabled
XATI DisplayATIDisplay.exe"Added by the BDOOR-AFH BACKDOOR!"
XATI Display Driveratixd.exe"Added by the RBOT-FOV WORM!"
XAti Display Settingsatividx.exe"Added by the RBOT-GAS WORM!"
NATI GART Set-up UtilityAtigart.exe"Program that checks the motherboard chipset and determines which GART driver bundle to install on ATI video cards. If you have one
UATI Launchpadlaunchpd.exe"Convenient way to start all your Multimedia Center applications (DVD
XATI Rage3d ProAtiRage4dPro.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-OG WORM!"
YATI Remote ControlATIRW.exeATI Remote Wonder™ - PC wireless remote control driver. Required if you use it
YATI Remote ControlATIX10.exeATI Remote Wonder™ - PC wireless remote control driver. Required if you use it
NATI SchedulerAtisched.exeComponent that remains resident in memory and automatically launches the ATI VIDEO PLAYER at a user selected time and date. Delete the shortcut in the Start -> Programs -> Startup folder as well. Functions could re-enable the program to load at start-up and re-introduce the shortcut. Try it and see
NATI Task ApplicationAtitkad.exeSystem Tray access and key-combo shortcuts to common display functions on ATI video cards. Can be run from Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Display
NATI Task Application (Atikey)Atitask.exeSystem Tray access and key-combo shortcuts to common display functions on ATI video cards. Can be run from Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Display
UATI Technologies Inc. HydraVision Desktop ManagerHydraDM.exe"Part of HYDRAVISION - ATI's software for managing mutliple displays and virtual desktops. This is the HYDRAVISION Desktop Manager - which ""customizes the behaviour of windows and dialog boxes
UATI Technologies Inc. HydraVision ViewportHydraMD.exe"Part of HYDRAVISION - ATI's software for managing mutliple displays and virtual desktops. This is HYDRAVISION MultiDesk - which ""creates
XATI Technology Startuptechstart.exe"Added by the RBOT-AEU WORM!"
XATI Video Driver Controlatigfx.exe"Added by the RBOT-FWL WORM!"
XATI Video Driver Controlbtorrent.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
XATI Video Driver Controls[path to worm]"Added by the SDBOT-DDS WORM!"
XATI VIDEO REGKEYati2vid.exe"Added by the SDBOT.UR WORM!"
?Ati2cwxxAti2cwxx.exe"For some ATI video cards. Probably used to access features and may not be required - for example the ATI Radeon works fine without it"
XAti2evxxAti2evxx.comAdded by the BACKDOOR-CPC TROJAN!
Xati2f104ati2f104.exe"Added by the DLOADR-BBW TROJAN!"
UAti2mdxxAti2mdxx.exe"Installed with the drivers for some ATI based discrete graphics cards and on-board/mobile chipsets. After testing it's exact function isn't known at this time and it doesn't appear to be running even with the startup entry enabled - hence the ""U"" recommendation"
NATICCCcli.exe runtime"ATI's Catalyst™ CONTROL CENTER. Required if you want to change graphics settings on a regular basis but you must have internet access and Microsoft's .NET framework installed. Note that this has ""runtime"" appended to cli.exe in the ""Command"" column of MSCONFIG. Recommend that start the program manually via Start → Programs → ATI Catalyst Control Center → Advanced → Restart Runtime as it can cause problems when starting Windows"
NATICCCCLIStart.exePuts the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center Icon/Shortcut on the System Tray - available via Start → Programs
XAtiCpanelatiphexx.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.IL WORM!"
Xaticpaxx.exeaticpaxx.exe"Added by the RBOT-XP WORM!"
UAtiCwdAtiCwd.exeThis utility adds the ATI tab in the advanced display properties (gives the option for TV out). Do not uncheck if there is TV out on the video card
UAtiCwdAtiCwd32.exeThis utility adds the ATI tab in the advanced display properties (gives the option for TV out). Do not uncheck if there is TV out on the video card
UAtiCwdAti2cwad.exeThis utility adds the ATI tab in the advanced display properties (gives the option for TV out). Do not uncheck if there is TV out on the video card
UAtiCwd32AtiCwd.exeThis utility adds the ATI tab in the advanced display properties (gives the option for TV out). Do not uncheck if there is TV out on the video card
UAtiCwd32AtiCwd32.exeThis utility adds the ATI tab in the advanced display properties (gives the option for TV out). Do not uncheck if there is TV out on the video card
UAtiCwd32Ati2cwad.exeThis utility adds the ATI tab in the advanced display properties (gives the option for TV out). Do not uncheck if there is TV out on the video card
XAtiDisplayDrvatidrvxx.exe"Added by the RBOT-VZ WORM!"
XatidriverreaIplayer.exe"Added by the WARPIGS-E WORM! Note the uppercase ""I"" in the filename
NAtiGartAtigart.exe"Program that checks the motherboard chipset and determines which GART driver bundle to install on ATI video cards. If you have one
NAtiKeyAtiKey32.exeSystem Tray access and key-combo shortcuts to common display functions on ATI video cards. Can be run from Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Display
NAtiKeyatiptkad.exeSystem Tray access and key-combo shortcuts to common display functions on ATI video cards. Can be run from Control Panel → Display
NAtikeyAtitask.exeSystem Tray access and key-combo shortcuts to common display functions on ATI video cards. Can be run from Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Display
UATIMACEMACE.exeATI Technologies Control Centre - installed alongside ATI graphics hardware and provides additional configuration options for these devices in the Managed Access to Catalyst™ Environment (MACE) component
UATIModeChangeAti2mdxx.exe"Installed with the drivers for some ATI based discrete graphics cards and on-board/mobile chipsets. After testing it's exact function isn't known at this time and it doesn't appear to be running even with the startup entry enabled - hence the ""U"" recommendation"
XAtiPanelatip.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.U TROJAN!"
Xatipatxxatipatxx.exe"Added by the SMALL-ED TROJAN!"
NATIPOLABati2evxx.exe"Hotkey handler for ATI desktop and mobile graphics chipsets. Users report that most of the hotkeys aren't well documented
UATIPOLABati2evae.exeATI Polling Program - part of the ATI graphics driver e.g. on some Fujitsu-Siemens Notebooks
NATIPOLLati2evxx.exe"Hotkey handler for ATI desktop and mobile graphics chipsets. Users report that most of the hotkeys aren't well documented
UAtiPTAAti2ptxx.exe"Control panel for the ATI series of video cards allowing access to such features as display resolution
UATIPTAATIPTAXX.EXE"Installed with the drivers for some ATI based discrete graphics cards and on-board/mobile chipsets. Provides System Tray access to display settings (including desktop resolution
UAtiPTAAtiptaab.exe"Control panel for the ATI series of video cards allowing access to such features as display resolution
UAtiPTAAAAti2ptxx.exe"Control panel for the ATI series of video cards allowing access to such features as display resolution
UAtiPTAAAATIPTAXX.EXE"Installed with the drivers for some ATI based discrete graphics cards and on-board/mobile chipsets. Provides System Tray access to display settings (including desktop resolution
UatiptaxxAti2ptxx.exe"Control panel for the ATI series of video cards allowing access to such features as display resolution
UATIPTAXXATIPTAXX.EXE"Installed with the drivers for some ATI based discrete graphics cards and on-board/mobile chipsets. Provides System Tray access to display settings (including desktop resolution
Xatiptextatiptext.exe"Added by the COSIAM-A TROJAN!"
UAtiQiPclAtiQiPcl.exeUsed for hardware DVD decoding on ATI video cards supporting this feature. Not required unless you regularly play DVD's
YATIRmtWndrATIX10.exeATI Remote Wonder™ - PC wireless remote control driver. Required if you use it
UATISmartati2s9ag.exe"ATI's ""SMARTGART""
UAtiSoundcsrss.exe"WinSpy surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself. Note - this is not the same file as the csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""ComRoot"" subfolder"
Xatisrc2windfind.exe"Added by the WINDFIND-A TROJAN!"
XATITechActive.exe"Added by the ROAMER-A TROJAN!"
Uatitrayatitray.exeATI Tray Tools - allows quick access to ATI graphics card settings
UAtiTrayToolsatitray.exeATI Tray Tools - allows quick access to ATI graphics card settings
XatiupdateATIUPDATE5.EXE"Added by the DEBESKI.A TROJAN!"
Xatiupdatemsshed32.exeAdded by the DELF.EP downloader TROJAN!
XATIUpdateratiupdxx.exe"Added by the RBOT-ABX WORM!"
XAtiupdplatiupdpl.exe"Added by the SMALL.AOS TROJAN!"
Xativopenativopen.exePremium rate adult content dialler
YATIX10atix10.exeATI Remote Wonder™ - PC wireless remote control driver. Required if you use it
UATKMEDIADMEDIA.EXE"Driver for the media buttons on the front of some Asus laptops
UATKOSD2ATKOSD2.exe"On-screen display utility bundled with laptops from ASUS. If this utility is not installed then you will not be able to properly use other AsusTek utilities such as Splendid and Power Gear"
XAtl**.exe [* = random char]Atl**.exe [* = random char]"CoolWebSearch/HomeSearch adware - for examples
XAtl**32.exe [* = random char]Atl**32.exe [* = random char]"CoolWebSearch/HomeSearch adware - for examples
XATM Controladpn.exe"Added by the MMS.A WORM!"
NATnotesatnotes.exeLoads the ATnotes program for virtual sticky notes for your desktop. Available via Start -> Programs
UAtomic Time SynchronizerTimeSync.exe"TimeSync - lets you synchronize your computer's clock with any internet atomic clock"
XAtomic-x27Atomic-x27.exe"Added by the KATOMIK-A WORM!"
XAtomic-x27CAtomicpartC.exe"Added by the KATOMIK-A WORM!"
UAtomic.exeAtomic.exe"Atomic Clock Sync - synchronizes your computer's time with the NIST time server"
NAtomicaatomica.exe"Atomica runs from the System Tray and allows the user to find out more about a word or phrase on any screen by pointing at it with the mouse and clicking button one while holding down the Alt key"
UAtomicTimeATOMICTIME.EXE"AtomicTime - utility that synchronizes your PC clock to an atomic clock"
UAtomSyncatomsync.exe"AtomSync - ""this NTP client synchronizes your PC clock with an internet atomic time server or with a time server on your LAN"""
UAtrackatrack.exe"New feature of Norton Internet Security (NIS) and Norton Personal Firewall (NPF) 3.0 is the Alert Tracker
UAtrayAtray.exe"Active Tray is a utility which lets you configure the system tray. You can also create your own tray icons"
UATSpoolerAppsTraka.exe"DeskTopScout keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!"
UATTBroadbandUpdateSAUpdate.exe"Big Brother from Quest Software. System and network monitor"
UATTRedUpdateAutoUpdate.exeAdditional item added to start-ups after AT&T took over the now bankrupt Excite@home high-speed internet service. Included for automatically downloading and installing updates. Leave it unless you plan to regularly run it to check for updates
XAttuneClientEngineattune_ce.exe"Aveo Attune automated helpdesk software - adware/spyware"
XAttuneContentUpdaterattune_cu.exe"Aveo Attune automated helpdesk software - adware/spyware"
XAttuneDiscoveryattune_di.exe"Aveo Attune automated helpdesk software - adware/spyware"
XAttunelAttunel.exe"Aveo Attune automated helpdesk software - adware/spyware"
XAttuneSystrayattune_st.exe"Aveo Attune automated helpdesk software - adware/spyware"
NaTuneratuner.exe"aTuner - tweak tool for GeForce based graphics cards"
Yatwtusbatwtusb.exeUSB interface for Aiptek Graphics Tablet (USB)
XAtxBrwIexplor.exe"""Pop Marketing"" adware"
UAU AgentAUagent.exe"Au Agent from Zilab Software. Win2K/NT enhancement tool. Allows you to run applications under any security context without closing the whole logon session to process a new logon"
XAucompatAucompat.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
XAudcntraudcntr.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
?AudCtrl"RunDll32 AudCtrl.dll RCMonitor"
XAudio Device ManagerWinNT.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.USP BACKDOOR!"
XAudiocntlaudiocntl.exe"Added by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!"
NAudioCommander ApplicationAudioCommander.exe"System Tray access to the AudioCommander user interface for Andrea USB devices - including features such as noise cancellation
NAudioCommanderVistaAudioCommander.exe"System Tray access to the AudioCommander user interface for Andrea USB devices - including features such as noise cancellation
UAudioDrvEmulatorDLLML.exe AudDrvEm.dll"Related to Creative DLL Module Loader for the Sound Blaster X-Fi (and maybe others). This program is non-essential process to the running of the system
NAudioHQAhqtb.exeFor Creative Soundblaster Live! series soundcards. System tray application for SB Live! functions. Available via Start -> Programs
NAudioHQUAHQTBU.EXESystem Tray application installed with the drivers for Creative Labs SoundBlaster Live! Can be run from Start -> Programs
YAureal A3D Interactive Audiosa3dsrv.exeFor Aureal based 3D soundcards. A3D sound features won't work with this disabled
YAureal A3D Interactive Audio InitA3dInit.exeFor Aureal based 3D soundcards. A3D sound features won't work with this disabled
UAuslogics BoostSpeedboostspeed.exe"System Tray access to Auslogics BoostSpeed system optimization utility - which allows you to ""Start programs faster. Speed up computer start time. Increase Internet speed
UAuslogics BoostSpeed 4boostspeed.exe"System Tray access to Auslogics BoostSpeed 4 system optimization utility - which ""Start programs faster. Speed up computer start time. Increase Internet speed
XAuth Starter Identstartauth.exe"Added by the RBOT-WP WORM!"
YAuthentic-ID Toolbarwintmr.exe"System Tray access to Child Control parental control software by Salfield"
YAuthentic-ID Toolbar"rundll32.exe [path] ToolbarATL.dll LoadTrayIcon"
Xauthzauthz.exe"Added by an unidentified VIRUS
Xautowin32.exe"Added by an unidentified TROJAN! See here"
Xautoauto.exe"Added by the DOQ.GEN.Y BACKDOOR!"
XAuto CD-ROM Startupcdaccess.exe"Added by the SPYBOT.BLA WORM!"
UAuto EPSON PictureMate Deluxe on XE_FATI9TA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the PictureMate Deluxe compact photo printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C45 Series on XE_S4I3T1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C45 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C48 Series on XE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C48 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C48 Series on XE_S4I091.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C48 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C60 Series on XE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C60 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C62 Series on XE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C62 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C64 Series on XE_S4I2C1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C64 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C82 Series on XE_S0HIC1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C82 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C84 Series on XE_S4I2D1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C84 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus C87 Series on XE_FATIABL.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C87 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX3200 on XE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3200 printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX3500 Series on XE_FATI9 BL.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX3600 Series on XE_FATI9BE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX3700 Series on XE_FATIACP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3700 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX3800 Series on XE_FATIACA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX4200 Series on XE_FATIAEA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX4500 Series on XE_FATI9AP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX4600 Series on XE_FATI9AA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX4800 Series on XE_FATIADA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX5000 Series on XE_FATIBVA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX5400 on XE_S4I2G1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX5500 Series on XE_FATICAP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX6000 Series on XE_FATIBIA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX6400 on XE_S4I2L1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6400 printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX6600 Series on XE_FATI9EE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX6600 Series on XE_FATI9EA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX7400 Series on XE_FATICDA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX7400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX7800 Series on XE_FATIAFA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX7800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus CX9400Fax Series on XE_FATICFA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX9400Fax Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus D78 Series on XE_FATIBGE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus D78 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus D88 Series on XE_FATIABE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus D88 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus DX3800 Series on XE_FATIACE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX3800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus DX4800 Series on XE_FATIADE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX4800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus DX6000 Series on XE_FATIBIE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX6000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo 1400 Series on XE_FATIBUA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo 1400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo 820 Series on XE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo 820 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R1800 on XE_FATI9LA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R1800 printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R200 Series on XE_S4I2H1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R200 Series on XE_S4I0H2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R220 Series on XE_FATIAIE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R220 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R2400 on XE_FATI9SA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R2400 printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R2400 on XE_FATI9SE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R2400 printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R260 Series on XE_FATIBNA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R260 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R280 Series on XE_FATICKA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R280 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series on XE_S4I2F1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R300 Series on XE_S4I0F2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R320 Series on XE_FATI9FA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R320 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R340 Series on XE_FATIAJE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R340 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo R800 on XE_FATI9YE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R800 printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo RX420 Series on XE_FATI9CE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX420 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo RX500 on XE_S4I2K1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo RX600 on XE_S4I2M1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo RX680 Series on XE_FATICJA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX680 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Photo RX700 Series on XE_FATI9IA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX700 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UAuto EPSON Stylus Pro 7600 on XE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Pro 7600 printer - for monitoring printer status
XAuto File System Conversion Utilityscricon.exe"Added by the SDBOT.EYB WORM!"
Xauto repair systemqualityx.exe"Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN - probably a SPYBOT variant"
UAuto Run Software for Photo FramePhotoManager.exe"Management software for Philips digital PhotoFrame range. Used to edit photos and transfer them directly from a PC via a USB cable. Start manually when you connect the device"
XAuto Scroll LoaderASCRLL.EXE"Added by the SPYBOT-T WORM!"
XAuto Startdosin.exe"Added by the SDBOT-GO BACKDOOR!"
XAuto Startsndvol32.exe"Added by the SLINBOT.AX BACKDOOR!"
XAuto Startwindos.exe"Added by the SLINBOT.BO BACKDOOR!"
UAuto SwitchTASKBAR.exeRelated to 2-port Bitronics AutoSwitch kit from Belkin
NAuto T Barautotbar.exeIf you disable the HP VIEW toolbar in IE and rearrange the toolbars on a reboot they will be back as they were before if this is left enabled
XAuto UpdatWindowsSys32.exe"Added by a variant of the FORBOT WORM!"
XAuto updatcrcss.exe"Added by the SDBOT.AAG WORM!"
XAuto updatSysDebug.exe"Added by the FORBOT-BA WORM!"
XAuto UpdateAUP.exeAdded by an unididentified WORM or TROJAN!
XAuto Updatedma.exe"Added by the RBOT-AVO WORM!"
XAuto Updatesvchost.exe"Added by the DUMARDI-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
XAuto Updaterasclt.exe"Added by the SLINBOT.CJ BACKDOOR!"
XAuto Updatessvchost.exe"Added by the CHEUKO-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
XAuto WinUpdatetaskmrg.exe"Added by the RBOT-AFA WORM!"
XAutoAdministratorSERVICES.EXE"Added by the PUNYA-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Root%\Application Data\WINDOWS"
UAutobarautobar.exe"Connect buttons on the keyboard for internet direct access
NAutoCADacstart17.exe"Preloads part of AutoCAD into disk cache at startup to speed up the launch of the main program when needed. Not required as most AutoCAD users tend to either open the program once and leave it open or open it occasionally to check drawings"
NAutoCAD Startup Acceleratoracstart16.exe"Preloads part of AutoCAD into disk cache at startup to speed up the launch of the main program when needed. Not required as most AutoCAD users tend to either open the program once and leave it open or open it occasionally to check drawings"
NAutoCAD Startup Acceleratoracstart17.exe"Preloads part of AutoCAD into disk cache at startup to speed up the launch of the main program when needed. Not required as most AutoCAD users tend to either open the program once and leave it open or open it occasionally to check drawings"
Xautochk"rundll32.exe autochk.dll_IWMPEvents@16"
Xautochk"rundll32.exe protect.dll_IWMPEvents@16"
Uautoclkautoclk.exe"Autoclik is a Windows utility ""that allows you to perform all mouse activity with absolutely no clicking"""
XAutoDiscovery/AutoPurge (ADAP) Servicewmiadapi.exe"Added by the RBOT.FLT WORM!"
NAutoEAAhqrun.exeFor Creative Soundblaster Live! series soundcards. Specify for any audio application what audio preset to automatically associate with currently active speaker output. Available via AudioHQ
XAUTOEXEAUTOEXE.exe"Added by the SEMAPI-A WORM!"
Xautoloadcftmon.exe"Added by the SOCKS-E WORM!"
Xautoloadspooll.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC WORM!"
Xautoloadwindowsupdate.exe"Added by the POLYCRYP.DY TROJAN!"
Xautoloadspool.exe"Added by the AGENT-GSG TROJAN!"
XAutoloaderaproposclientApropos_Client_Loader.exe"AproposMedia adware"
XAutoloaderaproposclientcxtpls_loader.exe"AproposMedia adware"
XAutoLoaderEnvoloAutoUpdaterauto_update_loader.exe"Envolo/AproposMedia adware updater"
NAutoMate Task Serviceautomate.exe"Task scheduler for Unisyn Automate 4 task automation/macro running software. Available via a desktop shortcut or Start → Programs"
UAutoMate5Am5HkWnd.exe"""Automate is the Leading Software for Automation of front and back-office business processes.It provides all the tools necessary to completely automate business processes
UAutoMate6AMEM.exe"AutoMate 6 for automating repetitive tasks"
XAutomated Windows Updateswauclt.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AJD WORM!"
XAutomatic Defrag Managerdefrag.exe"Added by the RBOT-AKE WORM!"
XAutomatic Media UpdateCACHE.RVDAdded by an unidentified WORM/TROJAN!
XAutomatic Media UpdateHPLNT32.RVDAdded by an unidentified WORM/TROJAN!
XAutomatic Microsoft Windows Updatersuchost.exe"Added by the RBOT-EQ WORM!"
XAutomatic Updatesalgs.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-AAM TROJAN!"
XAutomatic Windows UpdaterUpdate.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!"
NAutomatically launches the United Devices Agent when you start your computerUD.EXEThe United Devices Agent can recycle your PC's unused resources and use them to perform valuable scientific and medical research without disturbing your usual computer use - similar to SETI@home but for medical research. Available via Start > Programs
XautoMewscript.exe solution.vbs"Added by the VBS.SASAN WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""solution.vbs"" file is found in %Windir%"
XautoMewscript.exe samok.vbs"Added by the SAMOK-A WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""samok.vbs"" file is located in %Windir%"
XAutopdateAutopdate.exe"Added by the RBOT-AGL WORM!"
NAUTOPROPREGPROP.EXE WMPADDIN.DLL"Both the files are in the MS Office/Bots/FP_WMP directory. Apparently
XAutoProtectAutoProtect.vbs"Added by the KILLBAT-C WORM!"
XAUTOPROTECTUnavapq32.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
Xautorepairdexs.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
Xautornautorn.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC.BCY WORM!"
UAutoroute SMTPAutoSmtp.exe"Autoroute SMTP - ""automatic switching between SMTP servers depending on what network you are currently working in."" You need to have two Internet service providers"
Xautorunautorun.exe"Added by the AUTOM-B WORM!"
Xautorunsxs.exe"Added by the SMALLVBS-A WORM!"
Xautorunwinmain.exeAdded by a variant of the DELF.CNS TROJAN!
XAutoRunallrs.exe"Added by the MUDROP.LJ TROJAN!"
Xautorundemo[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-FPX TROJAN!"
XAUTORUN_VALAntiSpyCheck 2.1.exe"AntiSpyCheck rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XAUTORUN_VALasc 2.1.exe"AntiSpyCheck rogue spyware remover - not recommended
?AutoShutdownpssvc.exe"Utility to fix vCard Export in MS Outlook 2000 - although why are these together?"
UAutoSizerAUTOSIZER.EXE"AutoSizer - utility that automatically maximizes windows when they're opened"
NAutoSpellautospel.exe"AutoSpell - spell checker (version 6.*)"
NAutoSpell 5ASWATC32.EXE"AutoSpell - spell checker"
UAutoSysautosys.exe"Winguardian surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
Nautotbarautotbar.exeIf you disable the HP VIEW toolbar in IE and rearrange the toolbars on a reboot they will be back as they were before if this is left enabled
NAutoTKitAUTOTKIT.EXEOn HP PC's. Unclear what purpose it serves - but there's a known issue with Internet Explorer Toolbar settings not being saved with it enabled
Nautoupdautoupd.exeRaxco Software auto update utility
Xautoupdautoupd.exe"Added by an unidentified VIRUS
Xautoupdate"rundll32 DATADX.DLLSHStart"
Xautoupdate"rundll32 SUPDATE.DLLSHStart"
XAutoUpdatesmss.exe"Added by WINSPY.88! Note - this is not the legitimate smss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\debug64"
XAutoupdate Servicekaka.exe"Added by the SYMPE-B TROJAN!"
XAutoupdate Service[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-CB TROJAN!"
XAutoUpdate32services.exe"Added by WINSPY.88! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\debug64"
XAutoUpdateraupdate.exe"Tinybar variant"
XAutoUpdaterAutoUpdate.exe"PeopleonPage foistware"
Xautoupdatev2[path to file]"Added by the DROPPER-BM TROJAN!"
Xautoupdatev2autoupdatev2.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.FQ TROJAN!"
XAutoVirusProtectionciscv.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
Xauto__antiav__keyantiav_exe.exe"Added by the BAGLEDI-AA TROJAN!"
Xauto__hloader__keyhloader_exe.exe"Added by the BAGLE.AB TROJAN!"
NAUXXTRAYau30setp.exeSystem Tray application for Aureal Vortex based soundcards. Can be run manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
XAVUPDATE-28062004.exe[25 blank spaces].vbs"Added by the MIDFIN WORM!"
XAVAntivir.exe"Antivir rogue security software - not recommended
XAV AntiSpywareava.exe"AV AntiSpyware rogue security software - not recommended
XAV Clientpatch31345.exe"Added by the MYDOOM.AD WORM!"
XAV Industrypatch31345.exe"Added by the MYDOOM.AD WORM!"
XAV UpDateUpdate.exe"Added by the FUROOT-A TROJAN!"
XAV7antivirus7.exe"Antivirus7 rogue security software - not recommended
Xavagent3974chnb8895.exe"AntiVirus ransomware security software - not recommended
XAVantivirusAvconsol.exe"Added by the MSNVB-D WORM!"
Xavasttroyan.exe"Added by the SMALL.CZ TROJAN!"
YAvast!ashServ.exe"Main part of avast! Antivirus - including the resident protection
Yavast!ashDisp.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for avast! Antivirus - giving left-click access to the On-Access Scanner
Yavast! AntivirusashDisp.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for avast! Antivirus - giving left-click access to the On-Access Scanner
Yavast! Web ScannerAshwebsv.exe"Web scanning part of avast! Antivirus. Starts via a registry ""Run"" key on Windows 98/Me and as a service on Windows 2K/XP/Vista"
YAvast32Astart32.exe"Part of Avast! anti-virus software"
XAveoAttuneatmdlusr.exe"Aveo Attune automated helpdesk software - adware/spyware"
UAVFX EngineStartFX.exe"Advanced Video FX - supported by a number of Creative Web Cameras. ""Have more fun by adding a wide range of special effects and backgrounds to your video chat with Advanced Video FX"""
XAvGsvchost323.exe"Added by the RBOT-ZA WORM!"
YAVG Anti-Spywareavgas.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for AVG Anti-Spyware 7.5. This has now been superseded by AVG Anti-Virus which includes Anti-Spyware"
YAVG Anti-Virus systemavgcc.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for the 7.* series of anti-virus products from AVG Technologies. If this entry is disabled
YAVG Anti-Virus Systemavgemc.exe"E-mail scanner for the 7.* series of anti-virus products from AVG Technologies. This process scans incoming and outgoing E-mails for viruses and other malware. From version 7.1 onwards this entry only appears in 9x/Me as a startup entry
YAVG Anti-Virus Systemavgw.exe"This entry is included with the 7.* series of anti-virus products from AVG Technologies. Once installed (or on first run for a different user) it runs the configuration sequence to set up the product and doesn't run on subsequent restarts"
XAvg Antivirusicpldrvx.exe"Added by the BANKER.BYU TROJAN!"
XAVG AntiVirus Scanneravgscnx.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC.BBE WORM! Note - this is not a legitimate AVG entry"
XAVG AntiVirus Updateravgwusv.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC.BAX WORM! Note - this is not a legitimare AVG entry"
XAVG Grisoft Updaterupdater.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-OT WORM!"
UAVG Internet Securityavgtray.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for the range of internet security products from AVG Technologies - including Internet Security
UAVG8_TRAYavgtray.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for the 8.* series of internet security products from AVG Technologies - including Internet Security
UAVG9_TRAYavgtray.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for the 9.* series of internet security products from AVG Technologies - including Internet Security
YAVGCtrlAVGCtrl.exe"Part of AntiVir® PersonalEdition Classic antivirus"
YAVGntAVGnt.exe"AntiVir® PersonalEdition Classic antivirus. System Tray icon and control program"
Uavgtrayavgtray.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for the range of internet security products from AVG Technologies - including Internet Security
XAvimgtAvimgt.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
XAvimgt32Avimgt32.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
YavinitAVINIT9X.EXE"Command Antivirus related"
XAvira Anti-Virus Pro 2008explorear.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XAvirTrAvirTr.exe"AntivirusTrigger rogue security software - not recommended
YAVKTrayAVKTray.exe"System Tray access to the antivirus part of G Data range of internet security products"
YAVMWlanClientwlangui.exeRelated to broadband products from avm.de
Xavnortformatsys.exe"Added by the SERFLOG.A WORM!"
Xavnortmsmbw.exe"Added by the SERFLOG.A WORM!"
Xavnortserbw.exe"Added by the SERFLOG.A WORM!"
XAVP[path to trojan]"Added by the MUTBO-A TROJAN!"
Xavpwin*.tmp.exe [* is a number]Added by a variant of the ALPHABET TROJAN!
XavplAntivirus.exe"AntiVirus Plasma rogue security software - not recommended
Xavptask[path to trojan]"Added by the NOFERE-G TROJAN!"
Xavptaskexpl0rer.exe"Added by the AGENT.JJO TROJAN!"
XAvptaskrund1132.exe"Added by the AGENT.PKZ TROJAN!"
XavscanUsbconeted.exe"Added by the PROVIS-A TROJAN!"
XAvSermsmpatch.exe"Added by the SERFLOG.B WORM!"
UAVStation premiumAVStation agent.exe"Related to Samsung AV Station - instant playback of music
XAVSTRTnavpsrvc.exe"Added by the FORBOT-EF WORM!"
XAVSystemCarepgs.exe"AVSystemCare rogue security software - not recommended. There are number of variants in this family sharing the same filename and user interface - see here"
Xavtapiavtapi.exe"Added by the AGENT.AM TROJAN! Note - example names include ""XviD""
NAvtrayAvtray.exe"Command Antivirus tray icon"
XAVTrayAVTray.exe"Part of the WinAntiVirus Pro 2005 rogue security software when installed in Win98/Me - not recommended
XAVupdate32 UpdateAVupdate32.exe"Added by the RBOT.CNI TROJAN!"
?AVWLPSTAAVWLPSTA.exe"PRISM Status Tray Applet - but what is it for and is it required?"
Yavx communicatorxcommsur.exe"Anti-virus part of BitDefender virus scanner/firewall"
Yavxlniavxinit.exe"Anti-virus part of BitDefender virus scanner/firewall"
UAwatchAwatch.exe"Diagnosis tool that monitors DSL connections
Nawhost32awhost32.exe"Part of Symantec's pcAnywhere remote PC management software. Provides an automatic startup of the client PC in host mode in conjuction with a host-definition file
UAWMONAd-Watch.exe"Part of Lavasoft Ad-aware Plus - realtime spyware-monitor watching your memory and registry for spyware that tries to install or change your system"
UAWMONAd-Monitor.exe"F-Secure Anti-Spyware"
Uawpliteawplite.exe"AllWallpapers Lite desktop wallpaper changer"
?AWUSGSTAAWUSGSTA.exe"Reportedly related to a USB Wifi Adapter - is it required at startup?"
UawxDTools"awxDTools.dll awxRegisterDll"
?AxFilter"Rundll32 AXFILTER.DLL Rundll32"
UAXIS Print System DriverScannerDriverScanner.exe"Part of AXIS Print System from AXIS Communications - ""adds printer discovery
UAXIS Print System DriverServerDriverServer.exe"Part of AXIS Print System from AXIS Communications - ""adds printer discovery
UAXIS Print System TrayIconTrayIcon.exe"System Tray access to AXIS Print System from AXIS Communications - ""adds printer discovery
XA_M_P_NETAntiMalwarePro.exe"AntiMalware Pro rogue security software - not recommended
Xb3dBDEsecureinstall.exe"B3d Projector foistware - periodically trys to access the internet. (1) Uninstall it via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Add/Remove Programs. (2) Remove the BDEsecureinstall.exe if still present in the ""System"" directory. (3) Disable and ideally delete it from the registry. (4) Remove the ""BDE"" directory and all its contents"
Xb3dUpdateZupdate.exe"Associated with B3d Projector foistware - see here"
Xbabsvchst32.exe"Added by the AGENT.Q TROJAN!"
NBabylon ClientBabylon.exe"Babylon-Pro is a powerful information tool that instantly provides relevant information
NBabylon TranslatorBabylon.exe"""Babylon-Pro is a powerful information tool that instantly provides relevant information
XBack UpdatesUninstall.log.vbs"Added by the YPSAN.D WORM!"
XBackdoor.NuAgentagent.exe"Added by the AGENT-DP TROJAN!"
XBackground Intelligent Transfer Service[path] rundll32.exe"Added by the VB-ZD TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate rundll32.exe process
UBackgroundSwitcherbgswitch.exe"Originally included with Microsoft's XP PowerToys (but now withdrawn - see here
UBackgroundSwitcherBackgroundSwitcher.exe"John's Background Switcher (or JBS for short) periodically changes the background image on your computer (like every hour or every day) to something interesting"
Xbackup[path to worm]"Added by the AGOBOT-H WORM!"
UBackup4all OTB AgentB4AOTB.exe"""Backup4all is an award-winning data backup software for Windows. This backup utility was designed to protect your valuable data from partial or total loss by automating backup tasks
?BackupNotifybackupnotify.exe"HP Digital Imaging related. What does it do and is it required?"
NBacsTrayBacsTray.exeBroadcom Advanced Control Suite - for modems and set top boxes based upon Broadcom chipsets. Not required unless you have networking problems
XBADDATEBADDATE.EXE"Added by an unidentified VIRUS
XBakraIEHost.EXE"Added by the MULTIDR-AH TROJAN!"
XBand-Aid[path to file]"Added by the RANKY.O TROJAN!"
NBandwidth Meter ProBandwidthMeterPro.exe"System Tray access to Bandwidth Meter Pro - ""an easy-to-use network software for bandwidth usage monitoring and reporting. It monitors traffic of all network connections on your computer and displays graphical and numerical download and upload speeds in real-time"""
UBandwidth Monitor ProBandwidth Monitor Pro.exe"Bandwidth Monitor Pro - utililty to track your current download/upload limit that may be set by your ISP"
NBandwidthMeterProBandwidthMeterPro.exe"System Tray access to Bandwidth Meter Pro - ""an easy-to-use network software for bandwidth usage monitoring and reporting. It monitors traffic of all network connections on your computer and displays graphical and numerical download and upload speeds in real-time"""
UBanpopup by PratikBanpopup.exeBanpopup - popup killer
Xbantoolbantool.exe"Malware installed by different rogue security software including SpyKillerPro"
Xbantoolie_ban.exeDetected as the VB.PO TROJAN!
XBanyak_KerjaanTukang.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC.BDM WORM!"
XBar Ding loltAnaliz.exe"Added by the RBOT-RP WORM!"
?Bart Stationstation.sbrt"Related to PeoplePC ISP. May be a dialler for dial-up accounts?"
UBart StationPPCOLink.exeDialer for PeoplePC ISP
XBarThemebartent32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-UG WORM!"
NbascstrayBascsTray.exeBroadcom Advanced Control Suite - for modems and set top boxes based upon Broadcom chipsets. Not required unless you have networking problems
XBastioneAntiviruspgs.exe"BastioneAntivirus
XBatsecure2.bat"Added by the ZCREW.C TROJAN!"
NBatchreg1N/A"Part of the Windows System Recovery process. Added to the registry via Msbatch.inf. The existence of this key or process after the last reboot during installation indicates an unsuccessful installation
UBatInfEx"rundll32.exe [path] BatInfEx.dllBMMAutonomicMonitor"
UBatLogEx"rundll32.exe [path] BatLogEx.DLLStartBattLog"
XBatSrvbatserv2.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the LOCKSY.M WORM!"
UBattery Scopebatmgr.exeMonitors battery levels on a notebook/laptop PC
UBatteryBarbatterybar.exe"BatteryBar - displays battery usage
Ybatterymiserbatterymiser.exe"Battery Miser power management utility for LG Notebooks"
YBatteryMiser 5BatteryMiser5.exe"Battery Miser 5 power management utility for LG Notebooks"
XBatzBackBatzBack.scr"Added by the BACKZAT WORM!"
UBayswap2TbUpdate.exeHot-swappable drive management on Compaq Notebooks which allows you to swap drives without closing down Windows. Only required if you frequently swap bay devices
NBBC AlertsBBC_Alerts.exe"BBC Alerts - ""You can now have all the latest news and sports headlines delivered straight to your desktop with the new BBC Alerts service"""
UBBC News alertsskinkers.exe"BBC News Desktop Alerts service - see here. Desktop alert and breaking news e-mail services let you find out about all the latest news as it happens"
?BBDialBT Broadband.exe"Part of BT Broandband - is it required?"
NbbSysTraybbSysTray.exe"Philips CD-RW related - ""the 'Blue Button' feature gives users the chance to receive convenient online support for their possible device problems or questions"""
UBCDetectbcdetect.exeBcdetect.exe searches the system to make sure Creative drivers are installed for the video card. It loads the BlasterControl when the drivers are detected. Your choice - try it and see
?bcmwltrybcmwltry.exe"Broadcom Corporation Wireless Network Tray Applet. Is it required?"
NBCNTbcnt.exe"AWS Weatherbug related. What does it do?"
UBCTweakbctweak.exe"BlasterControl for Creative video cards - controls for desktop settings
XBcvsrv32system2.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-PU BACKDOOR!"
NBCWipeTMbcwipetm.exe"BCWipe Task Manager - scheduler for BCWipe so that it runs at convenient times. You can set a time for running the task
YBDAgentbdagent.exe"BitDefender Agent - for BitDefender internet security products. Maintains settings (for all users) and provides alerts and System Tray access to the main program. Note - for the System Tray icon to be displayed the Terminal Services service must be set to either ""Manual"" or ""Automatic"". It can also be licensed by other products such as versions of The Shield Deluxe from PCSecurityShield (see here) - who's reputation is poor"
YBDNewsAgentbdnagent.exe"BitDefender antivirus - updater"
YBDSwitchAgentbdswitch.exe"Bitdefender 8 antivirus and firewall"
UBeatNik Internet ClockBeatNik.exe"BeatNik Internet Clock is a Windows clock add-on that supports 'skins'. It can also synchronize your computer's clock with an atomic clock"
XBedreigingsMonitoorpgs.exe"BedreigingsMonitoor rogue security software - not recommended. A member of the AVSystemCare family"
XBeegees Updatebeegees.exe"Added by the SDBOT-ADK WORM!"
UBeFasterbefaster3.exe"BeFaster internet connection optimization tool"
Ubeidsystemtraybeidsystemtray.exe"Related to Belgium Identity Card card reader"
UBelgacomsprtcmd.exe /P Belgacom"Self-help support tool for Belgacom broadband users (provided by SupportSoft
UBelkin F5D8013 N Wireless Notebook Card UtilityBelkinwcui.exe"Wireless configuration utility for the Belkin F5D8013 N Wireless Notebook Card"
UBelkin F5D8053 N Wireless USB Adapter UtilityBelkinwcui.exe"Wireless configuration utility for the Belkin F5D8053 N Wireless USB Adapter"
UBelkin F5D8073 N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter UtilityBelkinwcui.exe"Wireless configuration utility for the Belkin F5D8073 N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter"
NBelkin PCMCIA WLAN Monitormonitorbk.exeBelkin USB Network Adapter Management utility - can be started manually
UBelkin Wireless G Notebook Card Client UtilityBelkinwcui.exeWireless configuration utility for the Belkin F5D701F Wireless G Notebook Card
UBelkin Wireless USB UtilityBelkinwcui.exe"Wireless configuration utility for the Belkin F5D7050 Wireless G USB Adapter"
UBelkin Wireless UtilityBelkinwcui.exe"Wireless configuration utility for some Belkin cards such as the F5D7000 Wireless G Desktop Card"
UBellSouthAlertManager.exeBellSouthAlertManager.exe"Related to BellSouth Alert Manager"
UBelNotify"rundll32.exe [path] NPBelv32.dll RunDll32_BelNotify"
?Belsta.exeBelsta.exe"Configuration tool for Belkin wireless network cards. Required to change the card's configuration. Is it required for correct operation once the confuiguration is changed?"
XBeltBelt.exe"VX2.Transponder parasite updater/installer related"
XBenadril Alert Toolbenadrilalert.exePlug-in for WeatherBug advising when pollen count in your area is high - prompting you to buy Benadril
XBeschermingsToolSysRep.exe"BeschermingsTool
UBestCrypt Auto OpenBestCrypt.exe"BestCrypt from Jetico
XBestPopUpKillerBestPopupKiller.exe"Popup killer by Swanksoft - not recommended
XBestsellerAntiviruspgs.exe"BestsellerAntivirus rogue security software - not recommended
UBestSync 2008BestSyncApp.exe"System Tray access to BestSync® 2008 from Risefly Software - ""a professional utility for synchronizing files between your local folders and Network Drives
XBeSys[path to file]"BeSys adware"
Xbetasvchost.exe"Added by a variant of the DELF.IT TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! The location of this file varies"
Xbfxtray[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-GEB TROJAN!"
UBgMonitor_{79662E04-7C6C-4d9f-84C7-88D8A56B10AA}NMBgMonitor.exe"Associated with Nero Scout
YBGNewsAgentbgnewsag.exe"BullGuard antivirus updater"
XBharatayudaGNB.exe"Added by the BHARAT.A WORM!"
UBI1HelperStartUpBI1HEL~1.EXE"ScreenScenes ""Beach Islands"" screensaver. The freeware version comes with GAIN branded ads (pop-ups and others). ScreenScenes do however offer you the option of doing away with the ads by purchasing the screensaver for a whopping $30. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
XBIE"Rundll32.exe [path] BDSrHook.dll Rundll32"
NBigDog303VM303_STI.EXE"Vmicro webcam USB utility - allows the webcam to initiate data transfer to a program. Create a shortcut and start it manually when needed"
NBigDog305VM305_STI.EXE"Vmicro webcam USB utility - allows the webcam to initiate data transfer to a program. Create a shortcut and start it manually when needed"
?BigDogPathVM_STI.EXE"Bundled with some software for digital cameras that use a USB connection - what does it do and is it required?"
UBigPond ToolbarbpumTray.exe"Telstra BigPond Toolbar - ""Introducing the free and easy to use BigPond Toolbar that is designed to make your internet experience and managing your Telstra internet account a whole lot easier"""
XBillGatesLoh.exeBillGatesLoh.exe"Added by the AGENT-FZO TROJAN!"
Xbin32hpuppstub.exe"PrecisionPop adware"
NBing Barmswinext.exe"Bing Bar - the latest incarnation of the MSN Toolbar from version 5.* onwards. This entry loads the toolbar into memory at start-up before you open your internet browser. Not required - it will load with the browser and remains in memory after the browser is closed"
UBioniXWallpaperBionix Wallpaper 5beta.exe"BioniX Wallpaper Changer - ""the most advanced wallpaper changer/wallpaper manager software in the world"""
YBisonInst0402BR040286.exe"Driver for integrated notebook webcams from Bison Electronics Inc - such as the Acer Crystal Eye"
NBitCometBitComet.exe"BitComet P2P client - can be launched from Start -> Programs"
YBitDefender 12bdwizreg.exe"Configuration wizard for BitDefender internet security products. Only runs once the product has been installed. Guides you through the steps necessary to configure the BitDefender modules
YBitDefender 2009IEShow.exe"Anti-phishing component of BitDefender internet security products. Anti-phishing prevents sensitive data such as usernames
YBitDefender 2009bdagent.exe"BitDefender Agent - for BitDefender internet security products. Maintains settings (for all users) and provides alerts and System Tray access to the main program. Note - for the System Tray icon to be displayed the Terminal Services service must be set to either ""Manual"" or ""Automatic"". It can also be licensed by other products such as versions of The Shield Deluxe from PCSecurityShield (see here) - who's reputation is poor"
YBitDefender Antiphishing HelperIEShow.exe"Anti-phishing component of BitDefender internet security products. Anti-phishing prevents sensitive data such as usernames
XBitDefender AntivirusBITDEFENDERX.EXE"Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!"
YBitDefender Communicatorxcommsvr.exe"BitDefender antivirus"
UBitDefender for MSN Messengermsnmon.exe"Bitdefender anti-virus for MSN Messenger - no longer supported at the BitDefender website"
UBitDefender for Yahoo! Messengeryahmon.exe"Bitdefender anti-virus for Yahoo! Messenger - no longer supported at the BitDefender website"
YBitDefender Live! Initbdinit.exe"BitDefender antivirus"
YBitDefender Scan Serverbdss.exe"BitDefender antivirus"
YBitDefender Virus Shieldvsserv.exe"BitDefender antivirus"
Ybitdefenderliveavxlive.exe"Main program of BitDefender virus scanner/firewall"
UBitDefender_P2P_StartupBitDefender_P2P_Startup.exe"Bitdefender anti-virus for P2P clients - no longer supported at the BitDefender website"
XBittorrentbittorrent.exe"Added by the RJUMP-D WORM! Note - do not confuse with the legitimate BitTorrent file-sharing client which is normally located in %ProgramFiles%\BitTorrent. This one is located in %Windir%"
NBitTorrentbittorrent.exe"BitTorrent file sharing client - from BitTorrent
NBitTorrent DNAbtdna.exe"""BitTorrent DNA is a FREE content delivery service based on the BitTorrent protocol which brings the power of user-contributed bandwidth to traditional content publishers while leaving publishers in full control of their files"". Now a stand-alone product where the user creates the download
Nbittorrent.exebittorrent.exe"BitTorrent file sharing client - from BitTorrent
NBitWare Print Monitorbwprnmon.exe"FaxServe network fax software"
NBJ Printer Status MonitorCjstsr.exeCanon BJ printer status monitor
NBJ Status Monitor 5xxCJSTRxx.EXECanon printer status monitor - where "xx" is different depending upon the version. Not required as you can check the printer status via My Computer -> Printers
UBJPD HID ControlTVMon.exe"Related to Canon Photo viewer"
NBlackBerryAutoUpdateRIMAutoUpdate.exe"Automatic updates for BlackBerry smartphones
NBlackICE PC Protectionblackice.exe"Loads the user interface for the BlackICE PC Protection (was Defender) firewall. From the parent site - '(the user interface) starts in the ""Startup"" menu and adds itself to the taskbar. The user interface is independent from the rest of the system and only displays the output or reconfigures the system. It does not need to be running for the rest of the system to run.' BlackICE was supported by IBM Internet Security Systems (formerly just ISS) when them acquired the NetworkICE parent but is no longer available. See also LoadBlackD"
NBlackIce Utilityblackice.exe"Loads the user interface for the BlackICE PC Protection (was Defender) firewall. From the parent site - '(the user interface) starts in the ""Startup"" menu and adds itself to the taskbar. The user interface is independent from the rest of the system and only displays the output or reconfigures the system. It does not need to be running for the rest of the system to run.' BlackICE was supported by IBM Internet Security Systems (formerly just ISS) when them acquired the NetworkICE parent but is no longer available. See also LoadBlackD"
Xblah servicewinupdate.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.BIA WORM!"
Xblah serviceinternet.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
Xblah servicetazkmgr.exe"Added by the RBOT.UA WORM!"
Xblah servicemicrosoft.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XBlank AntiViriAUT0EXEC.BAT StartUp"Added by the BRONTOK-CJ WORM!"
?BlazeServoToolMediaDetector.exe"Related to BlazeDVD from BlazeVideo - which ""is leading powerful and easy-to-use DVD player software."" What does it do and is it required?"
NBlitzz BWI715WLANmon.exeBlitzz Technology BWI715 Wireless PC modem connection monitor
XBLMessagingIntegrationblengine.exe"BuddyLinks adware"
XBlocker System611 MonitoringPopUpBlocker611.exe"Added by the RBOT.BLJ WORM!"
XBlockProtector.exeBlockProtector.exe"BlockProtector rogue security software - not recommended
NBlockTrackerBlockTracker.exeIf present on a HP machine it tracks all the processes and logs them to a blocklog.txt file
XBlockWatcherBlockWatcher.exe"BlockWatcher rogue security software - not recommended
UBLOG"rundll32.exe [path] BatLogEx.DLLStartBattLog"
NBLSTAPPblstapp.exePuts access to Creative's BlasterControl in the System Tray
NBlubsterBlubster.exe"Related to Blubster Music sharing service"
XBlue Service[path to trojan]"Added by the BANCOS-BCW TROJAN!"
?BlueLight_uoltrayexec.exe"Related to BlueLight Internet. What does it do and is it required?"
XBluetooth Configbtwindin32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DFN WORM!"
UBluetooth Connection AssistantLBTWiz.exe"Bluetooth connection manager for Logitech based bluetooth wireless products"
?Bluetooth HCI Monitor"RunDll32 HCIMNTR.DLLRunCheckHCIMode"
UBluetoothAuthenticationAgent"rundll32.exe irprops.cpl
UBluetoothAuthenticationAgent"rundll32.exe bthprops.cpl
Ublueyonder Instant Support Toolmatcli.exe"Blueyonder Instant Support Tool. ""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
NBMail InstallationFTP_back.exe"Part of iMesh - a file sharing system. Reported by Norton AntiVirus as a trojan. Once deleted does not prevent file sharing working. Older versions of iMesh re-instate this but the newer versions do not"
UBMMGAG"RunDll32 [path] pwrmonit.dllStartPwrMonitor"
UBMMMONWND"rundll32.exe [path] BatInfEx.dllBMMAutonomicMonitor"
XBMNstrpmon.exe"Part of CleanPCTool
UBMO MasterCard WalletEWALLET.EXE"The wallet conveniently stores billing
NBMupdateBMupdate.exe"Related to the BookmarkCentral entry. Typically added after downloading drivers for Visioneer scanners for example
XBndt32Bndt32.exe"Added by the LACON WORM!"
UBO1HelperStartUpBO1HEL~1.EXE"ScreenScenes ""Butterfly Oasis"" screensaver. The freeware version comes with GAIN branded ads (pop-ups and others). ScreenScenes do however offer you the option of doing away with the ads by purchasing the screensaver for a whopping $30. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
UBO1HelperStartUpBo1helper.exe"ScreenScenes ""Butterfly Oasis"" screensaver. The freeware version comes with GAIN branded ads (pop-ups and others). ScreenScenes do however offer you the option of doing away with the ads by purchasing the screensaver for a whopping $30. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
XBoarddata[path] repcale.exe [path] palsp.exe"Added by a variant of the RANDON.AN WORM! Both files are often located in %System%"
Xboat32boat32.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
Xbobynetburn.scr"Added by the BANCBAN-OX TROJAN!"
YBOCleanautostartBoclean.exe"NSClean's BOClean anti-trojan software"
UBoingo Wireless UtilityIcon###XXX#X#.exe"Starts the Boingo Wireless utility
XBONZI Task SwitcherTaskswitch.exe"Added by the SPYBOT.DTR WORM!"
NBookmarkCentralBMLauncher.exe"Bookmark Express - "offers a more flexible way to manage Web site bookmarks
NBookMarkSinksyncit.exeBookmark synchronization utility
NBookMarkSyncsyncit.exe"Sync2IT BookMarkSync - ""real-time automatic synchronization service that allows you to access your bookmarks
NBookMarkSync2Itsync2it.exe"Sync2IT BookMarkSync - ""real-time automatic synchronization service that allows you to access your bookmarks
UBoost XP Servicebxservice.exe"Boost XP from Systweak - WinXP tweaking utility"
UBoostSpeedboostspeed.exe"System Tray access to Auslogics BoostSpeed 4 system optimization utility - which ""Start programs faster. Speed up computer start time. Increase Internet speed
Xbootboot.exe"Added by the PUPPET-A TROJAN! Located in the %System%"
UBootBoot.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. ""Acer ePower Management is a straightforward interface that allows users to select from pre-configured power usage profiles
XBoot Checkbootchk.exe"Added by the DELBOT-AB WORM!"
XBoot Clientbootcli.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-ACF BACKDOOR!"
XBoot Configbootconfig.exe"Added by the FLOOD-EV TROJAN!"
XBoot Kbootk.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XBoot ManagerNjgal.exe"Added by the KILO TROJAN!"
XBoot Managerbootmng.exe"Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!"
XBoot Serverbootserver.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XBoot Servicebootservice.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XBoot Servicebootsv.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XBoot Verifybootvfy.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XBootCfgInstall.log.vbs"Added by the YPSAN.D WORM!"
XBootCleansmartdrv.exe"Added by the LURKA-A VIRUS!"
XBootCTRLbootctrl.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XBootLoaderBootLoader.exe.vbs"Added by the WATERWORKS WORM!"
Xbootpd.exebootpd.exe"Added by the AGENT-DT TROJAN!"
?Boots Insert DetectInsDetect.exe"Part of Boots Picture Suite. Detects a digital camera is plugged into a USB port or when a memory card with photos is inserted?"
XBootsCfgwscript.exe [path] Date.POP.vbs"Added by the KUULLIO WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted"
XBootsCfgwscript.exe [path] All Users.vbs"Added by the SPILTRON WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted"
XBootsCfgwscript.exe [path] All Users.vbe"Added by the SPILTRON WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted"
XBootsCfgwscript.exe Install.log.vbs"Added by the YPSAN.E WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""Install.log.vbs"" file is located in %System%"
XbootsecNAVSSE.exe"Added by the FORBOT-CY WORM!"
YBootSkin Startup JobsBootSkin.exe"Stardock BootSkin is a program that allows users to change their Windows 2000 and Windows XP boot screens"
UBootStatusBOOTST~1.EXE"Visual Basic program that pops up a small window on startup telling you how many times the machine has been booted that day. Once you exit it
UBootWarnBootWarn.exe"From here: ""Norton AntiVirus Boot Warning. This program is installed as a startup item when you install Norton AntiVirus
Xboot_reg[path to file]"Added by the BANCBAN-CA TROJAN!"
Xboot_regsvchot.exe"Added by the BANCBAN-BQ TROJAN!"
XBortMedViruspgs.exe"BortMedVirus rogue security software - not recommended. A member of the AVSystemCare family"
NBose Wave/PC Monitorwavepcmonitor.exe"System Tray access for this system (more info on the system here). Available via Start -> Programs"
?BostonBoston.exe"Part of the Boston Acoustics USB speaker systems. What does it do and is it required?"
XBot Loadersvchostt.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.ALV WORM!"
XBouncer RunStartupbouncer.exe"Virtual Bouncer - malware from Spyware Labs. It is distributed by the same bundling and drive-by download techniques as the parasites it claims to remove
XBouncer RunStartupLiveUpdate.exe"Virtual Bouncer - malware from Spyware Labs. It is distributed by the same bundling and drive-by download techniques as the parasites it claims to remove
Ubpcpost.exebpcpost.exeMS TV Viewer Post Setup Program. Part of MS WebTV for Windows. Used to display TV on your PC via a compatible video card with in-built tuner (such as ATI All-In-Wonder). If you don't use it - uninstall it
XBPCv2 rebpc2 re inst.exe"BroadcastPC adware variant"
NBPServerG6FTPSrv.exe"BulletProof FTP Server"
UBQTray.exeBQTray.exe"System Tray access to BurnQuick CD burning software. Only required if you use the queueing facility
Xbrastkbrastk.exe"Added by the DORF-BV TROJAN!"
XBrave-SentryBraveSentry.exe"BraveSentry rogue security software - not recommended
XBraveSentryBraveSentry.exe"BraveSentry rogue security software - not recommended
XBrcttrdb.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the PURITYSCAN.Y TROJAN!"
YBredbandsbolagetservicecenter.exe"Related to the Brebband Swedish Broadband provider"
XBregbptre.exe"BroadcastPC adware variant"
XBridge"rundll32.exe [path] Bridge.dllLoad"
YBrindys BriTrayBRITRAY.EXE"Main process for the following applications: GEDEX
Ubroadband medicmatcli.exe"NTL's Broadband Medic. ""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
UBroadcom Wireless Manager UIbcmntray.exe"Related to Broadcom Network Adapters for additional configuration options for these devices. Should not be terminated unless suspected to be causing problems"
NBroadcom Wireless Manager UIwltray.exeSystem tray access to wireless LAN card configuration options
XBron-SpizaetusCVT.exe"Added by the RONTOKBRO WORM!"
XBron-SpizaetusnorBtok.exe"Added by the RONTOKBRO.B WORM!"
XBron-Spizaetus[path to file]"Added by the BRONTOK-F WORM!"
XBron-Spizaetusbronstab.exe"Added by the RONTOKBRO.C WORM!"
XBron-Spizaetuseksplorasi.exe"Added by the RONTOKBRO.J WORM!"
XBron-SpizaetusElnorB.exe"Added by the RONTOKBRO.D WORM!"
XBron-Spizaetussempalong.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-E WORM!"
XBron-SpizaetusRakyatKelaparan.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-J or BRONTOK-L WORMS!"
XBron-Spizaetus-5118REPMkomodo-6321422.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-R WORM!"
XBron-Spizaetus-cfgmktoqbbm-qotkmgfc.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-M WORM!"
XBron-Spizaetus-cfgmmnrubbm-urnmmgfc.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-N WORM!"
XBRoNToKBRoNToK.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-CG WORM!"
YBrowser Hijack Blasterbhblaster.exe"Browser Hijack Blaster - protects your system from browser hijackers and spyware that alters your IE settings. Now replaced by SpywareGuard"
UBrowser SentinelBrowserSentinel.exe"Browser Sentinel - notifies you if a program wants to penetrate into Internet explorer
XBrowserUpdateSched[random filename]"ZenoSearch adware"
XBrO_AcTBrO-AcT.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC-D WORM!"
Xbrwdiag[path to worm]"Added by the STRATIO-BN WORM!"
?BsMntBsMnt.exe"Related to a Bison webcam - which is used on notebooks from a number of manufacturers including Acer
XBsoft lppt01Bsoft.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""BelmontSoft"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
XBsRteMemoteXZZ.exe"Added by the AUTORUN-AJU WORM!"
XBSVCHOSTSVCH0ST.EXE"Added by the VOXOM TROJAN! Notice the digit ""0"" in the filename rather than the upper case ""o"""
XBT[path to trojan]"Added by the LITEBOT-B TROJAN!"
UBT Broadband Basic Helpmatcli.exe"""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
UBT Broadband Desktop Helpmatcli.exe"""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
UBT Broadband Helpmatcli.exe"""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
XBT00003*abcdefg23.exe"Added by the VB-VT TROJAN where * = 5
XBT00003*hiklmnop27.exe"Added by the VB-VT TROJAN where * = 2
Ubtbb_wcm_McciTrayAppMcciTrayApp.exe"System tray access to Motive's Broadband 2.0 configuration and repair utility"
UBtcMaestroKMaestro.exeMultimedia keyboard manager. Required if you use the multimedia keys
Nbtdnabtdna.exe"""BitTorrent DNA is a FREE content delivery service based on the BitTorrent protocol which brings the power of user-contributed bandwidth to traditional content publishers while leaving publishers in full control of their files"". Now a stand-alone product where the user creates the download
Nbtdna.exebtdna.exe"""BitTorrent DNA is a FREE content delivery service based on the BitTorrent protocol which brings the power of user-contributed bandwidth to traditional content publishers while leaving publishers in full control of their files"". Now a stand-alone product where the user creates the download
?btinstbtinst.exe"Associated with an Anycom bluetooth wireless card. What does it do and is it required?"
UBTModemProtectionBTModemProtection.exe"BT Privacy Online modem protection software
Xbtmsre.exebtmsre.exe"Added by the SDBOT.AM WORM!"
UBTopenworldDialBTYahoo.exeBT Yahoo! internet connection manager
?BTSETBOOTKEYBTSetBootKey.exe"Related to a USB Bluetooth adaptor. What does it do and is it required?"
UBtStartbtstart.exe"Broadcom (formerly WIDCOMM) Bluetooth Connectivity Software"
UBTTrayBTTray.exe"System tray icon which shows the status of a Bluetooth wireless module (either integrated or via an adapter). Most systems with such a module installed can enable/disable the module and the icon changes from blue/white to blue/red when the module is turned off. Also allows access to explore bluetooth places
YBTUSRBDGBtUsrBdg.exe"Used with a Mitsumi USB Bluetooth adaptor (and maybe others)"
YBTUSRBDGFBtUsrBdg.exe"Used with a Mitsumi USB Bluetooth adaptor (and maybe others)"
XBTVbtv.exe"BroadcastPC adware"
XBtvCbtvclean.exe"BroadcastPC adware"
NBudgetSipBudgetSip.exe"BudgetSip - internet telephony utility using the VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). Call online friends for free and regular phones either for free (limited use) or low rates. One of a number provided by Betamax - the others generally have different rate plans. Similar to the more popular Skype"
UBUFFALO Power Save Utility for HDHDManage.exe"Power Save utility for Buffalo backup hard discs"
YBufferZoneCLIENTGUI.EXE"BufferZone from Trustware - ""is the only security software that creates a separate environment allowing you unlimited freedom to enjoy all Internet activities without the fear of external threats"""
NBug EliminatorBug_Elim.exe"Bug Eliminator - ""performs a complete health check on your computer safely
XBugsDestroyerSysRep.exe"BugsDestroyer rogue system error and cleaning utility - not recommended
Ubugwatcher servicebugwatcher.exe"
NBulletProof FTP Serverbpftpserver.exe"BulletProof FTP Server"
UBullGuard Updateavxlive.exe"Part of Bullguard antivirus. Leave enabled unless you manually update virus definitions"
YBullGuardInitAVXINIT.EXE"Part of Bullguard antivirus"
YBullguardoptInbulldownload.exe"Part of Bullguard antivirus"
XBullsEye Networkbargains.exe"BargainBuddy adware"
?BullsEye TrackerBeTrack.exeBullseye - intelligent research assistant
Xbuohxqtfswbgcjydr.exe"Added by the AGENT-NRC TROJAN!"
Xburitosburitos.exeIdentified as a variant of the Downloader.FraudLoad.C malware
NBurnQuick QueueBQTray.exe"System Tray access to BurnQuick CD burning software. Only required if you use the queueing facility
UButton Serverbttnserv.exe"Found on a Compaq PC
NButtonKeyButtonKey.exe"CyberView TWAIN driver for the Pacific Image range of 35mm film scanners. Enables the one touch scanning button and places an icon an the System Tray. Use your scanners software or run it manually by creating a shortcut"
XBwddwss[path to trojan]"Added by the RANKY.BD TROJAN!"
XBymer.ScannerWininit.exe"Added by the BYMER WORM!"
XBymer.ScannerMsinit.exe"Added by the BYMER WORM!"
UBySoft FreeRAMFreeRAM.exe"""Bysoft FreeRAM is a program that frees up ram manually or automatically. It shows current memory status
XByteDefenderByteDefender.exe"ByteDefender rogue security software - not recommended
?BZEnvironmentVariableCollectorBZEnvironmentVariableCollector.exe"Part of BlazentAgent from Blazent who provide ""outsourcing governance automation for IT Outsourcing (ITO) relationships"". What does it do and is it required?"
?BZUtilizationCollectorBZUtilizationCollector.exe"Part of BlazentAgent from Blazent who provide ""outsourcing governance automation for IT Outsourcing (ITO) relationships"". What does it do and is it required?"
UC-Media Echo ControlEchoCtrl.exeC-Media produce audio chipsets that are often found on popular motherboards with on-board audio. You may need it if you use the echo control feature of C-Media Mixer
XC7[path to worm]"Added by the MEDIAKILL.A WORM!"
UC:Program Filesdfjdkjfdkjfldjfdfjdkjfdkjfldjfwinlogin.exeCritProc.exe"KeyProwler keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!"
UC:Program FilesNetMeterNetMeter.exeNetMeter.exe"""Net Meter is a small
XC:WINDOWSsystem32SetupCmd.exeSetupCmd.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.AAW TROJAN!"
XC:WINDOWSWinTask.exeWinTask.exe"""Pop Marketing"" adware"
UCA-AMAgentamagent.exe"Unicenter Asset Management is a solution for proactively managing IT assets in a business environment. It provides full-featured asset tracking capabilities through automated discovery
YCaAvTrayCAVTray.exe"eTrust™ EZ Antivirus system tray application from Computer Associates"
XCABCInstallCABCInstall.exe"Ignite Technologies (was CABC) content delivery software"
XCable Modem AdapterWindowsSec.exe"Added by the WOOTBOT.A WORM!"
UCacheBoosttrayicon.exe"CacheBoost ""optimizes the System Cache-Management of Windows XP/2000/NT and Windows .Net Servers
XCacheLoader[path to trojan]"Added by the DLOADER-NZ TROJAN!"
UCacheSentry ProCacheSentry Pro.exe"""CacheSentry Pro is a program that takes over the management of the Internet Explorer (and AOL) web browser cache"""
NCACStartercacstart.exeCash A Check - check writing software
UCafeStationCafeStation.exe"""CafeSuite is the solution for your internet cafe. Our software provides you with ameans to control the workstations
NCAgentCAgent.exe"Abbyy Fine Reader OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software for scanning and converting documents"
XcAgOu[filename].hta"Added by the KAKWORM WORM!"
NCahootWebcardCahootWebcard.exe"""The Cahoot Webcard is a virtual card that allows you to use your Cahoot credit card online without ever having to expose your real card numbers over the web. It works by generating one-off transaction numbers as a substitute for your real cahoot credit card details"". Run manually when needed"
Xcaidiysetupdiynetsetupuni.exe"DIYNet adware"
UCaISSDTcaissdt.exe"Computer Associates Dashboard Tray applet"
NCal Reminder Shortcutcalrem.exeProduces a pop-up reminder of events scheduled using the MS Office Calendar
Xcalc"rundll32.exe [path] ntuser.dll_IWMPEvents@0"
XCalc Microsoft Windowswincalc.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
?Calendar 200X Monitorcalmonitor.exe"Background task for Calendar 200X by Joel Graffman - which is no longer supported or available from it's author. The exact purpose of this startup entry is unknown at present but it appears to be related to the Calendar 200X Reminder entry - as disabling that entry via the program also disables this one"
?Calendar Monitorcalmonitor"Background task for Calendar 200X by Joel Graffman - which is no longer supported or available from it's author. The exact purpose of this startup entry is unknown at present"
XCall Function System32sddriver.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT TROJAN!"
UCallCenter Main ApplicationV3calmcp.exe"""V3 Inc. CallCenter is a free 32-bit
UCallCenter Printer InterfaceV3faxecp.exe"""V3 Inc. CallCenter is a free 32-bit
NCallControlftctrl32.exe"FaxTalk Messenger Pro is a Windows TAPI based 32-bit application. When installed
?calmonitorcalmonitor.exe"Background task for Calendar 200X by Joel Graffman - which is no longer supported or available from it's author. The exact purpose of this startup entry is unknown at present but it appears to be related to the Calendar 200X Reminder entry - as disabling that entry via the program also disables this one"
?calmonitorcalmonitor"Background task for Calendar 200X by Joel Graffman - which is no longer supported or available from it's author. The exact purpose of this startup entry is unknown at present"
UCamera Assistant Softwaretraybar.exeCamera Assistant Software utility for Toshiba laptops - allows you to take pictures with and control the integrated WebCam
UCamera DetectorCAMDET~*.EXE"ACDSee Auto Device Detector detects when a device is connected to your PC and gives you the option to acquire images from it automatically"
UCamera DetectorCamdetect.exe"ACDSee Auto Device Detector detects when a device is connected to your PC and gives you the option to acquire images from it automatically"
UCamera DetectorDEVDET~*.EXE"ACDSee Auto Device Detector detects when a device is connected to your PC and gives you the option to acquire images from it automatically"
?CameraApplicationLauncherCameraApplicationLaunchpadLauncher.exe"Supports the integrated webcam on IBM/Lenovo Thinkpad notebooks. What does it do and is it required?"
UCameraAssistantCameraAssistant.exe"Entry added when you install versions of the Logitech QuickCam webcam software and used to configure and tweak your webcam settings. Includes support for the Quick Assistant - which launches when a video application (such as video conferencing in an instant messaging client) accesses to camera so you can quickly fine tune face tracking and zoom
NCamio Viewer xIXApplet.exeImage viewing program that comes with digital cameras. Shows pictures that are in the camera before downloading them. "x" in the name is the version
?CamMonitorhpqcmon.exe"From HP and related to digital imaging"
UCanarycanary-std.exe"Canary keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!"
XcandynetTaskmsg.exe"Added by the RBOT-NA WORM!"
UCanon MultiPASS Status Monitormonitr32.exeCannon Multi-Pass status monitor - your choice
?Canon PC1200 iC D600 iR1200G Status WindowCAPM1LAK.EXE"Cannon printer related - is it required in startup?"
NCanon Printer Monitor BJCxxxCjstlst.exeTrayicon for Canon printer. xxx denotes model. Available via Start -> Programs
UCanonMyPrinterBJMyPrt.exePrinter software for Canon Bubblejet printers
UCanonSolutionMenuCNSLMAIN.exe"
XCaptcha7rundll captcha.dll"Added by the TINY.WRE TROJAN!"
XCaptionMgr32crssr.exe"Added by the ZAR.A WORM!"
Xcapturecapture.exe"Added by the THEEF-B TROJAN!"
NCapture Express 2000capexp.exe"Capture Express - screen capture utility"
UCaptureAssistantCaptureAssistant.exe"Capture Assistant ""is a convenient and easy-to-use text and graphics capture tool"". It allows you to capture text
NCaptureBatCapture.exe"!Quick Screen Capture from EtruSoft Inc. - ""allows you to take screenshots from any part of your screen in more than 10 ways
NCarbonite BackupCarboniteUI.exe"""Carbonite's online backup service starts automatically and works quietly and continuously in the background protecting your data"""
NCard MonitorREGCNT09.exeFor the USB connection on a Panasonic PV-DV701 Digital Camcorder. Available via Start -> Programs
?CardScan AutoSyncCSyncCfg.exe"Related to the CardScan business card reader range of products. May be related to synchronization with E-mail software and mobile devices (see here)?"
UCare2GTUCare2GTU.exe"Care2 Green Thumbs-Up (from the Care2 site). Every online purchase helps environmental causes; tells you how eco-friendly a company really is
Xcartao[path to file]"Added by the DLOADER-QD TROJAN!"
Xcartaoconflicted.exe"Added by the DADOBRA-DV TROJAN!"
Xcartaokilling.exe"Added by the DLOADER-QN TROJAN!"
Xcartaocartao.exe"Added by the BANKER-FA TROJAN!"
XCAS Clientcasclient.exe"CasinoClient adware"
XCas2Stubcas2stub.exe"CasinoClient adware"
UCasAgntCasAgnt.exeProgram by Extended Systems which allows you to sync your Casio PDA with your PC
Xcaseyvideo[*] [* = digit]caseyvideo[*].exe [* = digit]Malware causing adult content popups
XCashFiestaCashfiesta.exe"CASHFIESTA.A pay-per-surf adware"
NCashsurfers Cashbar NavigatorCashbar.Exe"Cashsurfers CashBar Navigator - ""The CashBar rotates banner advertisements once per minute and provides you with access to up to date special offers and deals"""
XCashToolbarMSCStat.exe"Added by the DOWNLOADER-MY TROJAN!"
XCashToolbarsvchost.exe"BrowserAid/CashToolbar adware! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
XCassandra[10 to 14 random char]THD.EXE"Added by the KREPPER-AI TROJAN!"
XCasStubcasstub.exe"Added by the CASS-A TROJAN!"
XCatalyst Control Centreatixvdm.exe"Added by the RBOT.DMW TROJAN!"
Xcatsrvcatsrv.exe"Added by the PAPLOK TROJAN!"
UcbInterfacecbInterface.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup versions 8 thru 10 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
Xcbvcsurretnd.exe"Added by the FRETHOG-C WORM!"
UCBWAttnCBWAttn.exe"Required for Bitware to answer incoming faxes
UCBWHostCBWHost.exe"Required for Bitware to answer incoming faxes
XCC2KUIcomet.exe"Comet Cursor adware"
Xccagent.execcagent.exe"Control Center and Control Components rogue security software - not recommended
XCcaoregedit.exe"Probably a variant of MediaTickets adware. Note - this is not the valid Windows registry editor which resides in %Windir% and will not figure in Msconfig/Startup! This version resides in a ""mduu"" subfolder
XccApprsvcrhost.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!"
XccApproutIook.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!"
XccApprsvcshost.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!"
XccctpHistoryJMTi.exe"Added by the GANBATE.A WORM!"
NCcdecode"rundll32.exe streamci StreamingDeviceSetup"
YCCDoctorLogonTestingccdoctor.exe"Checks your system to make sure it's configured properly for running IBM Rational ClearCase
YccenterCCenter.exe"RAV AntiVirus"
YCcEvtMgrccEvtMgr.exe"Part of Norton AntiVirus 2003. Event manager for scheduling weekly scans and or automatic virus updates. Used to start automatically via ""ccApp"" and was not required as a seperate entry but a recent update changed this"
XccEvtMrg.execcEvtMrg.exe"Added by the RBOT.GZ WORM!"
XccExecutebootcfg1.exe"Added by the NEMSI-B VIRUS!"
XccHelpccHelp.hta"Searchq adware"
XccRegVfYsvcrhost.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!"
XccRegVfYsvcshost.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!"
XccRegVfYoutIook.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!"
Xccrssmsdtc.exe"Added by the STAP-C WORM!"
YccSetMgrccSetMgr.exe"Part of Norton AntiVirus 2004. What does it do?"
XccStartccStart.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-IR WORM!"
XccStartccInfo.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-GQ BACKDOOR!"
XccSvcHst.execcSvcHst.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DIW WORM!"
Xccsvit.execcsvit.exe"Added by the STARTPA-HP TROJAN!"
Ucctraycctray.exe"Part of CA Internet Security Suite"
XccUpdateccUpdate.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.YS WORM!"
UCCUTRAYICONCCU_TrayIcon.exe"Related to Traybar Launcher from Intel Corporation belonging to Intel® Viiv®"
UCCWC7sstealth.exe"Moleculesoft Cache
YCCWinTraywintmr.exe"System Tray access to Child Control parental control software by Salfield"
NCD Storage Mastercdstorager.exe"CD Storage Master - a program designed to catalog CD information
UCD-DVD Lock for Win95/98/Me/2k/XPCDVAgent.exe"Loads CD-DVD Lock from Ixis Research
NCDANTSRVCDANTSRV.exe"C-Dilla License Management software. Used for any program that uses C-dilla Protection
XCdcompatCdcompat.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
NCDInterceptorcdi.exeCD indexer for measuring the speed of CD players
XCdnCtrcdnup.exe"CNNIC Update pest"
Xcdoosoftherss.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC.BCT WORM!"
Xcdoosoftolhrwef.exe"Added by the AUTORUN-AAG WORM!"
XCDriversvchost.exe"Added by a variant of the DELF.IT TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! The location of this file varies"
XCdrom Controllercdromcntrl.exe"Added by the BATTRY-A TROJAN!"
NCDTrayCDTray.exe"On HP PCs
UCDVAgentCDVAgent.exe"Loads CD-DVD Lock from Ixis Research
UCeEPOWERcepmtray.exe"Toshiba's Power Management Utility - allows the user to setup different profiles for both AC power and Battery Power on laptops. Contols CPU speed
XCekirge[path to worm]"Added by the KERGEZ.A WORM!"
Xcenter[random name]32.exe"Added by the BOFRA.A WORM!"
XCentralProcessortaskimgr.exe"Added by the BANCOS.J TROJAN!"
?CEPAwsot.exe"??"
UCertificateRegistrationSafeSignCertReg.exeSafeSign Certificate Registration Utility for Microsoft Crypto applications
UCertRegcertreg.exe"Related to Gemplus Card Reader"
YCertStoreInitCertStoreInit"Aladdin eToken authentication and password management"
Ycerttoolcerttool.exe"Part of Client Security Software for IBM\Lenovo notebooks. If you have configured the software via the associated wizard this will need to be running if you want to mount password protected areas of the disk (created with SafeGuard PrivateDisk)
NCesarFTP FTP Serverserver.exe"CesarFTPd - FTP server"
Xcesmain.dll"Rundll32.exe [path] cmail.dll Rundll32"
XCEventMgrCell.exe"Added by the BIFROSE-AK TROJAN!"
XCFDStartWinMuschi.exe"WINMUSCHI dialler"
Xcfgboostcfgboot.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
Ycfgintprcfgintpr.exe"Configuration Interpreter - part of Tiny Personal Firewall V4"
UCFi ShellToys Utility ManagerCFiShlMan.exe"Manager for CFi ShellToys from Cool Focus International Ltd - which ""puts all the tools you need right where you need them - just a click away on your context menu. Right-click one or more files or folders
?cFosDNTcFosDNT.exe"cFos DSL Modem driver related. What does it do and is it required?"
?cFosInst_Checkcfosinst.exe"cFos DSL Modem driver related. What does it do and is it required?"
Xcftmonsfcmonit.exeAdded by a variant of the AGENT.ERG TROJAN!
XcftmonWindowsUpdate.exe"Added by the AGENT.AQK BACKDOOR!"
Xcftmon32taskmgr*.exe [* = number]"Added by the SOWSAT.C and SOWSAT.J WORMS!"
XCftmon32afd.exe"Added by the AUTORUN-AUB WORM! The ""afd.exe"" file is located in %Windir%"
XCftmon32afd.exe"Added by the SCAR.AYWK TROJAN! The ""afd.exe"" file is located in %AppData%"
XCGI Firewall ScriptCGIAGENT.EXE"Added by the BROPIA-U WORM!"
XCgtask Servicescgtask.exe"Added by the LALA.B TROJAN!"
YCharter High-Speed Security Suitefspex.exe"Charter High-Speed Security Suite - security software in collaboration with F-Secure"
XChat loginchatlogin.exe"Added by the ANTINNY.F WORM!"
NChatangoChatango.exe"Chatango - ""allows people to be connected in real time through their Web browsers. Include your Chatango contact link or button when you create eBay auctions
UChatStatChatStat.exe"ChatStat from ChatStat Technologies
NChcenterchcenter.exe"IMSI HiJaak - ""the easiest way to convert
XChckupNetverchk.exe"Covert Sys Exec malware variant"
XCheatleGigaByte.exe"Added by the SHODI.B VIRUS!"
Ucheatmonitorstart.exe"CheatMonitor surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
NCheck for One Touch Updatewiseupdt.exeChecks for updates for Visioneer OneTouch scanners
NCheck for TWS UpdatesWiseUpdt.exeInteractive Brokers - check for update to their standalone Java-based trading platform
UCheck&GetCheck&Get.exe"Check&Get from ActiveURLs. Manages your browser bookmarks and favorites. Monitors Web sites for changes and updates
NCheckCustomWorksUpdateCheckCWupdate.exe"Update checker
XCheckFaultKernelmswdm.exe"Added by the SMALL-CSK TROJAN!"
UCheckItToolBox.exe"CheckIt Toolbox from
UCheckIt 86CheckIt86.exe"CheckIt 86 popup blocker"
Xcheckrunelite***32.exe [* = random char]"EliteBar adware"
Xcheckrunelitelsj32.exe"Added by the MULTIDR-ER TROJAN!"
?checktimect.exe"Found in the HPSelectFrontend directory on a HP machine. What is it's purpose and is it required?"
UChicoSyswebtmr.exe"Child Control parental control software"
UChikkaDefaultChikkaLauncher.exe"Chikka PC text messanger and IM client"
UChilyClientChilyClient.exe"Chily Employee Activity Monitoring surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
UChineseStarcstar.exeChinese language support software
UCHIPDRIVESmartcardManagerSCMgr.exe"ChipDrive Smartcard software"
XCHK NTchkntf.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
Xchkdskautoexec.bat"Added by the ANPES WORM!"
Xchostsvchostsv.exe"Added by the BANPAES.C TROJAN!"
UCHotKeymhotkey.exe"Enables special keys on Chicony keyboards. Special combinations include Internet
UCHotKeyMK9805.EXE"Enables special keys on Chicony keyboards. Special combinations include Internet
UCHotKeyzHotkey.exe"Enables special keys on Chicony keyboards. Special combinations include Internet
NChristmas Music PlayerTTEST6.EXE"Christmas Music Player brings the music of the Christmas Holiday to your desktop"
?ChronitelInitTVCHTVINIT.EXE"??"
XCi ServsSysTuwin.exe"Added by the AGENT-NIQ TROJAN!"
Xci1gntci1gnt.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.DHU TROJAN!"
Xcihost.execihost.exe"Added by the LINST TROJAN!"
YCingular Communication ManagerCingularCCM.exe"Cingular Communication Manager - now taken over by AT&T. ""provides a robust set of wireless communication tools for businesses and individuals. With wireless access to email
XCinnabd Prompt32CmdPrompt32.pif"Added by the ASSIRAL-B WORM!"
XCisco Systems[path to worm]"Added by the AUTORUN.UHR WORM!"
UCisco Systems VPN Clientipsecdialer.exe"Cisco VPN Client - lets local users gain Administrator privileges on the operating system"
UCisco Systems VPN Clientvpngui.exe"Sets up IPSec communications for Cisco's VPN Client"
UCitiUCSCitiUCS.exe"Citibank Virtual Account Numbers - ""With this free service for Citi cardmembers
NCitiVANCitiVAN.exe"Option from Citibank to change a credit card number in a random fashion for each purchase. The number will only be used once and never again"
XCJETCJet.exe"FFToolBar adware toolbar"
YCjstcomCjstcom.exeCanon printer BJ status language monitor
YClamWinClamTray.exe"ClamWin antivirus"
XClassesint1.exe"""Switch"" premium rate adult content dialler variant"
XClassesintl.exe"""Switch"" premium rate adult content dialler variant"
XClassesMSTAR2.EXE"""Switch"" premium rate adult content dialler variant"
XClassesmstart.exe"""Switch"" premium rate adult content dialler variant"
UClauerUpdateClUpdate.exe"Automatic updates for the software supporting the Clau-ACCV and Clauer-idCAT digital certificate USB keys"
Xclcbt.execlcbt.exe"Added by the AGENT.CBA TROJAN!"
UCLCLSetCLCL.exeCLCL clipboard caching utility
NClean Access AgentCCAAgent.exe"Cisco Clean Access Agent from Cisco Systems
XCleanatorCleanator.exe"Cleanator rogue privacy program - not recommended
XCleanPCToolSysRep.exe"CleanPCTool rogue system error and cleaning utility - not recommended
?CleanRegPathCleanReg.exe"Apparently Annex A ADSL modem related. What does it do and is it required?"
UCleanSweep Smart Sweep- Internet SweepCsinsm32.exeAutomatic logging of installs from Norton CleanSweep - available via Start -> Programs
NCleanSweep Useage WatchCSUSEM32.EXEQuarterdeck/Norton CleanSweep component - tracks how often you use files and alerts you to files that have not been used for a specified period of time
UCleanTempCLEANT~1.EXE"CleanTemp - deletes the contents of the TEMP directory when Windows starts and then closes - using no memory"
UCleanTempCleanTemp.exe"CleanTemp - deletes the contents of the TEMP directory when Windows starts and then closes - using no memory"
NCleanupONICTASK.EXE"Internet Cleanup from Allume Systems (used to be by OnTrack) - cleans up tracks left by browsing the internet"
XCleanUp AntivirusCU[random characters].exe"Cleanup Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
XCleanupToolSysRep.exe"CleanupTool rogue system error and cleaning utility - not recommended. A member of the ErrClean family"
NClick Radio Tunerclickr~1.exe"ClickRadio - subscription service playing radio music via the internet"
NClick Tray CalendarClickT~1.EXE"ClickTray Calendar - shows holidays
NClickSight Launchercs.exe"Launcher for the ClickSight® marketing tool from ClickStream Technologies - which ""is a patented data-collection technology that helps independent software vendors understand the current and future usage of their product"""
XClickTheButtonCTB.EXE"ClickTheButton adware"
XClickTheButtoncsrss.exe"ClickTheButton adware. Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""drivers"" subfolder"
XClickTheButtoncd_load.exe"Added by the DOWNLOADER-MY TROJAN!"
UClient Access API Daemoncwbappcd.exe"IBM iSeries Client Access
NClient Access Check Versioncwbckver.exe"Part of IBM's iSeries (nee As/400) Client Access - communications suite that allows desktop
?Client Access Express Welcomecwbwlwiz.exe"Welcome wizard launcher - Part of IBM's iSeries (nee As/400) Client Access - communications suite that allows desktop
NClient Access Help Updatecwbinhlp.exe"Client Access Help Registry Update Function - part of IBM's iSeries (nee As/400) Client Access - communications suite that allows desktop
NClient Access ServiceCwbSvStr.Exe"Part of IBM's iSeries (nee As/400) Client Access - communications suite that allows desktop
UClient Access Taskbarcwbuitsk.exe"IBM iSeries Client Access taskbar
XClient Agentipxwping.exe"Added by the PPDOOR-N TROJAN!"
XClient Agentphotes.exe"Added by the PPDOOR-P TROJAN!"
XClient Agent[path to file]"Added by the PPDOOR-J TROJAN!"
?Client agent for ARCserveW95AGENT.EXE"Part of Brightstor ARCserve Backup from Computer Associates. What does it do and is it required?"
XClient for Microsoft Networksmsclient32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-BXQ WORM!"
NClient Security Solutioncssauth.exe"Part of Thinkvantage Client Security Solution for Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks and ThinkCentre desktops. Once configured via the associated setup screens this loads via winlogon.exe (and loads the password manager) and therefore disabling this entry has no effect"
XClient Server Control Process[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-HR TROJAN!"
XClient Server Run Time Proccesscsrsrv.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XClient Server Runtime[path to worm]"Added by the POEBOT-KR WORM!"
XClient Server Runtime Processcsrsss.exe"Added by the SDBOT-LD WORM!"
XClient Server Runtime Processcsrs.exe"Added by the LINKBOT.M WORM!"
XClient Server Runtime Processsmmss.exe"Backdoor TROJAN! Possible SDBOT-GEN variant"
XClient Updatewup.exe"Added by the OPANKI.O WORM!"
YCliente DLODLOClientu.exe"Part of the backup suites from VERITAS - Backup Exec and NetBackup. Both have now been replaced by their Symantec equivalents since they acquired VERITAS in 2005"
XClientMan1mscman.exe"ClientMan parasite variant"
NClik Status Monitortoolsclickstat.exePart of Iomega Tools to let you know whether an Iomega PocketZip (nee Clik) removable drive cartridge is installed
NClipMate5xClipMt5x.exe"Clip Mate 5.x by Thornsoft. Utility that allows you to store more than one item in the clipboard. Available via Start -> Programs"
NClipmate6CLIPMT60.EXE"Clip Mate 6 by Thornsoft. Utility that allows you to store more than one item in the clipboard. Available via Start -> Programs"
NClipMate7ClipMate.exe"Clip Mate 7 by Thornsoft - utility that allows you to store more than one item in the clipboard"
NClipomaticClipomatic.exe"Mike Lin's Clipomatic is a clipboard cache program - it remembers what was copied to the clipboard even after new data is copied
NClipTrakClipTrak.exe"
NClipTrakkerClipTrakker.exe"Cliptrakker - clipboard extender"
NCLISTARTCLIStart.exePuts the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center Icon/Shortcut on the System Tray - available via Start → Programs
Xclkhost[path to trojan]"Added by the WIXUD-B TROJAN!"
UCLMFrontPanelclmpanel.exe"System tray status/display/configuration utility for a number of modems. Can be disabled by right-clicking on the tray icon. If disabled
?CLMLServer for HP TouchSmartCLMLSvc.exe"Found on the HP Touchsmart range of desktops and notebooks. What does it do and is it required?"
?clnwall"rundll.exe setupx.dll InstallHinfSection ..delwall.inf"
UCloneCDCloneCDTray.exe"System tray for the now discontinued CloneCD. The only useful option is ""Hide CDR Media"" only available via this tray. Has additional unknown functions in later versions"
UCloneCDTrayCloneCDTray.exe"System tray for the now discontinued CloneCD. The only useful option is ""Hide CDR Media"" only available via this tray. Has additional unknown functions in later versions"
?Clotusorgreg0prtStart.exe [path] Orgprt.exe"IBM Lotus SmartSuite related. In a LotusOrgReg folder. Unclear what exactly it does?"
XClrSchLoader[path to file]"ClearSearch adware"
UClUpdateClUpdate.exe"Automatic updates for the software supporting the Clau-ACCV and Clauer-idCAT digital certificate USB keys"
XCMAPPcmappclient.exe"CasClient adware - also detected as the CMAPP TROJAN!"
Xcmdsvtsqn.dll"Added by a variant of the VUNDO TROJAN!"
Xcmonitorstartupmon.exe"SystemDoctor rogue security software - not recommended
Xcmonitorpasmon.exe"SystemDoctor rogue security software - not recommended
XCmpntDevices2.exe"Added by the TOMPAI-D TROJAN!"
XCmpntmainsv.exe"Added by the TOMPAI-C TROJAN!"
Xcmrss[path to trojan]"Added by the DLOADER-QQ TROJAN!"
Xcmrstcmrst.exe"Added by the BANCOS.S TROJAN!"
Xcmrstcmrst.scr"Added by the DLOADER-FP TROJAN!"
UCMSETTINGSctmn.exe"Part of NetNanny
Xcmsoundvcsystem.exe"Added by the TCXMEDI-D downloader TROJAN!"
Xcmsssystem.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XcmssSystemProcesscsmss.exe"Added by the AGENT-CO TROJAN!"
XcmssSystemProcessmcsmss.exe"Added by the PROXYSER-F TROJAN!"
XcmssSystemProcesscsms.exe"Added by the AGENT-Y TROJAN!"
XCMSystemCMSystem.exe"CASClient adware"
Xcmt101cmt101.exe"Added by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!"
Xcmutilcmutil.exe"Added by the AGENT-DFN TROJAN!"
XCn911ODBCJET.exe"Added by the BIFROSE-PR TROJAN!"
Ncnetkontiki.exe"Kontiki Delivery Manager - Windows-based client software that enables secure delivery of content to users' desktops"
XCnsMaxInternat.exe"Added by the POINTEX TROJAN! Note - the real internat.exe resides in %windir%\system (where %windir% is the Windows directory - C:\Windows or C:\Winnt) whereas this version resides in %windir%"
XCnsMin"Rundll32.exe [path] CNSMIN.DLL Rundll32"
YCnwiDeviceAgentcnwida.exe"Part of the Canon imagePROGRAF W8400 printer management software"
NCnxDslTaskBarCnxDslTb.exeConnexant DSL Taskbar as used on Acess Runner and Samsung AHT-E310 ADSL modems
UCobian BackupcbInterface.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 10 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup 10 InterfacecbInterface.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 10 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup 7 ApplicationCobBU.exe"Cobian Backup 7 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program as a startup application rather than the default service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup 7 Interfacecobui.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 7 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup 8 interfacecbInterface.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 8 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup 9 interfacecbInterface.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 9 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup AmanitacbInterface.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 9 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup AmanitaCobian.exe"Cobian Backup 9 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program as a startup application rather than the default service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup Black MooncbInterface.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 8 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP/Vista). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup BoletusCobian.exe"Cobian Backup 10 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program as a startup application rather than the default service on an NT based OS (XP/Vista/7). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup option and run it manually when required"
UCobian Backup Interface 6cobui.exe"System Tray access to Cobian Backup 6 - a multi-threaded backup program which makes backup copies of your file and folders (in compressed or uncompressed form) to another location. This entry appears if you choose to install the program using the default settings as service on an NT based OS (NT/2K/XP). If you don't have regularly scheduled backups then choose the startup installation option and run it manually when required"
XCodeCleanCCIntro.exe"CodeClean rogue security software - not recommended"
Xcof.updit[random filename]"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
UCognizanceTS"rundll32.exe [path] AsTsVcc.dll RegisterModule"
XColdlife -icmpSystray.exe"Added by the FLOOD.AV TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate systray.exe process"
NCollaborationHostp2phost.exe"Signs a user into the People Near Me feature at login in Windows 7 and Vista. People Near Me enables you to use certain peer-to-peer (P2P) programs on a network - that ""identifies people nearby who are using computers and allows those people to send you invitations for programs such as Windows Meeting Space. They can only invite you to participate in programs that are installed on your computer."" Available via Start → Control Panel"
NColorificHgcctl95.exe"Colorific® from E-Color - ""delivers accurate gamma and color temperature across your entire system - monitor to printer and digital camera to monitor."" Now superseded by ColorWizzard™"
NColorific Control PanelHgcctl95.exe"Colorific® from E-Color - ""delivers accurate gamma and color temperature across your entire system - monitor to printer and digital camera to monitor."" Now superseded by ColorWizzard™"
XCOM+ Event SystemDRWTSN16.EXE"Added by the LOVGATE.AB WORM!"
XCOM+ EventSystem ServicesECSERVER.EXE"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XCOM+ System Applicationlsas.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-MO WORM!"
XCOM+ System Applicationslsas.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.SE WORM!"
XCOM++ Systemexploier.exe"Added by the LOVGATE.Z WORM!"
XCOM++ Systemsuchost.exe"Added by the LOVGATE-F WORM!"
XCOM++ Systemsvchost.exe..."Added by a variant of the LOVGATE WORM!"
Ucom.codeode.cactusspamfiltercactusspamfilter.exe"Cactus Spam - free easy-to-use spam blocker"
Ucom.codeode.privacymantraprivacymantra.exe"""Privacy Mantra keeps your computer clean from online and offline tracks"""
UComAgentComAgent.exe"ComAgent - MDaemon's instant messaging client"
XComcast Networkribiva.exe"Added by a variant of the IRC TROJAN!"
XComcastSUPPORTtgkill.exeComcast (the cable folks who are replacing @home in some parts of the USA) have struck a deal with Tioga to provide an "enhanced" support and self-repairing tool. This is "beta" at present and was made available to download by mistake at present. Remove via Start -> Settings -> Add/Remove Programs
Xcomctl32comctl32.exe"Adware - detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.AM TROJAN!"
UCOMDRV32svdhost.exe"Orvell Monitoring 2003 surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself. Note - asks for permission to contact the IP address of http://www.protectcom.com/"
XCommandsystem.exe"Added by the GATECRASH.A or GATECRASH.B TROJANS!"
XCommandGotit.exe"Added by the TITOG WORM!"
XCommand Prompt32CmdPrompt32.pif"Added by the ASSIRAL.B WORM!"
UCommand WorkStation 4cws 4.exe"EFI's Command WorkStation makes ""managing demanding workflows easier by centralizing job management. The software automatically identifies the Fiery servers on the network and offers customization options for displaying information"" - for high-end print environments"
NCommCtrcommctr.exe"""Net2Phone CommCenter is the latest in Internet voice technology allowing you to place calls easily all over the world right from your PC!"". Available via Start -> Programs"
YCommon ClientccApp.exe"Part of earlier versions of Norton AntiVirus - Auto-protect and E-mail check will not function without this"
YCommon ClientccRegVfy.exe"Part of earlier versions of Norton AntiVirus - ""ccRegVfy.exe is responsible for checking the integrity of the NAV registry entries to make sure that the information has not been changed by a malicious threat or a hack"""
XCommon Filestwain.exe"Added by the AGENT.BEA TROJAN!"
NCommonSDKRoxWatchTray9.exe"System Tray access to managing the ""Watched Folders""
YCommunications_HelperCommunications_Helper.exe"Entry added when you install versions of the Logitech QuickCam webcam software. Used to interface your webcam with third party chat and voice programs such as instant messaging clients and Skype. Also
YCommunications_Helper.exeCommunications_Helper.exe"Entry added when you install versions of the Logitech QuickCam webcam software. Used to interface your webcam with third party chat and voice programs such as instant messaging clients and Skype. Also
YCOMMUNICATORCommunicator.exe"Part of Microsoft Office Communicator
UComodo Launch Pad TrayCLPTray.exe"System Tray access to LaunchPad as bundled with Comodo's freebie offerings such as Comodo Anti-Virus. Some allege that LaunchPad is impossible-to-uninstall adware
UCompaq AlerterCPQAlert.exe"Compaq's Insight Manager Agent - a tool that allows for ""fault
NCompaq Computer Corp SCCenter ModuleSCCENTER.EXEFor Compaq PC's. Part of Backweb
?Compaq Computer Security"Rundll32.exe SECURE32.CPL Service"
NCompaq ConnectionsCOMPAQ~1.EXE"See here - ""messaging service that automatically sends you support information
NCompaq ConnectionsBackWeb-1940576.exe"See here - ""messaging service that automatically sends you support information
NCompaq ConnectionsCompaq Connections.exe"See here - ""messaging service that automatically sends you support information
NCompaq Internet Setupinetwizard.exeFor Compaq PC's. Runs Compaq internet setup wizard and offers you to signup from ISP list
UCompaq Knowledge Centersilent.exe & matcli.exe""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
XCompaq Print Faxcpqa1000.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BCV WORM! Please take note of the difference between the legitimate Compaq Fax Utility Name (A1000 Settings Utility) and the name (Compaq Print Fax) used by this worm"
XCompaq Service Driverssysteminfos.exe"Added by the SDBOT-XC WORM!"
XCompaq Service Driversmsnt.exe"Added by the SDBOT.CQL WORM!"
XCompaq Service DriversNtKernelSystem.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XCompaq Service Driversntsys32.exe"Added by the RBOT.CIW WORM!"
XCompaq Services Driversndt32.exe"Added by the RBOT.CQZ WORM!"
NCompaq Video CD Watcher??For Compaq PC's. MPEG viewer
XCompaq32 Service Driversmsnt32.exe"Added by the RBOT.BVF WORM!"
NCompaqPrinTrayprintray.exePuts printer icon in the System Tray. When this option is disabled you will no longer be able to access the Control Program or Printer Driver directly from your desktop
NCompaqSystraycpqpscp.exeCompaq System Tray icon
XCompatibility Service Processregsvs.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.YN WORM!"
XCompliant[worm filename]"Added by the RBOT-LB WORM!"
XComPlus Applicationstwain.exe"Added by the AGENT.AQO TROJAN!"
UComproRemoteComproRemote.exe"VideoMate TV tuner and capture card - remote control driver"
UComproSchedulerDTVComproSchedulerDTV.exe"VideoMate TV tuner and capture card - scheduler"
XComputer Defender 2009cd2009.exe"Computer Defender 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
XComputing Technologie Firewalllsauth.exe"Added by the SDBOT-WX WORM!"
XComStartTrojan Guarder.exe"TrojanGuarder rogue security software - not recommended"
XComTry Web Searcherwstray.exeComtry MP3 Downloader related - spyware
Xcomxtcomxt.exe"Added by the COMXT TROJAN!"
Xcon[path to trojan]"Added by the BRAVE-A TROJAN!"
XConducteurPriveGDC.exe"ConducteurPrive rogue privacy tool - not recommended. A member of the PCPrivacyTool family"
XConfgbootconfig.exe"Added by the VB-ERB WORM!"
XConfidentSurfGDC.exe"ConfidentSurf rogue privacy tool - not recommended. A member of the PCPrivacyTool family"
XConfidentUserSRP.exeConfidentUser rogue system error and cleaning utility - not recommended
XConfigTaskUpdate.exe"Added by the MDROP-BRO TROJAN!"
XConfig LoadationiEEexplore.exe"Added by the SDBOT.H TROJAN!"
XConfig LoadatiorinI3Explorer.exe"Added by the SDBOT.H TROJAN!"
XConfig Loaderscvhost.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AE or GAOBOT.AO WORMS!"
XConfig Loadersvhost.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
XConfig Loadersvchost2.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.XE WORM!"
XConfig Loaderwincrt32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-AW WORM!"
XConfig Loader for Microsoft Windowsmwincfg32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.BD WORM!"
XConfiggLoadercart322.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.DJ WORM!"
UConfigSafeAUTOCHK.EXE"ConfigSafe - lets you identify changes to the registry
Xconfigsetupconfigsetup32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-AFP WORM!"
XConfigurationexplorer32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-ML WORM!"
Xconfigurationapphost.exe"Added by the SDBOT-VP WORM!"
XConfigurationntsys32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-LN WORM!"
XConfigurationmsgfixs.exe"Added by the SDBOT-NN WORM!"
XConfiguration DefaultWuxat.exe"Added by the SPYBOT-CA WORM!"
XConfiguration Driverscghost.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DLA WORM!"
XConfiguration FileWinset32.exeAdded by the FLUX.101 TROJAN!
XConfiguration Loadedwupdated.exe"Added by the MOEGA or MOEGA.AG or MOEGA.AP WORMS!"
XConfiguration Loadedlssas.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadediexploree.exe"Added by the SDBOT-KC WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderaim95.exe"Added by the LOADCFG or SDBOT TROJANS!"
XConfiguration Loadercmd32.exe"Added by the LOADCFG or SDBOT TROJANS!"
XConfiguration Loadersyscfg32.exe"Added by the SDBOT.B BACKDOOR!"
XConfiguration Loaderservice5.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AF WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderlfass.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadersycfg34.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AN WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderwincrt32.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.BF WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderwindex.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.BZ WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderdosrun32.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderService.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderServicess.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadersw32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.BQ WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderSystem.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderWinreg.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadersysinfo.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.FQ WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermicrosoft.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.JB WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderconfgldr.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.GEN!POLY WORM!"
Xconfiguration loaderwinicfg32.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.RQ WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadersvhst.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.YC WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermsgfix.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AUS or SDBOT.J or SDBOT-QG WORMS!"
XConfiguration Loadermsnss.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AUS WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderIEXPL0RE.EXE"Added by the SDBOT BACKDOOR! Note the number ""0"" in the filename"
XConfiguration Loaderloadcfg32.exe"Added by the SDBOT BACKDOOR! Note the number ""0"" in the filename"
XConfiguration LoaderMSTasks.exe"Added by the LOADCFG or SDBOT TROJANS!"
XConfiguration Loadersystemry.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderccSort.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.SR WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadersmss32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.MB WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderwincffg.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.A3 WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderseru32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-VR WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderbotss.exe"Added by the SDBOT-XS WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderldasp.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.BH WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermsgcfgsrv.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadersmsai.exe"Added by the SDBOT-YE WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadersvupdate.exe"Added by the RANDEX.DXP WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadercrcss.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.ADG WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderlexplore.exe"Added by the RBOT-AGX WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case ""L"" rather than an lower or upper case ""i"" which is the case with Internet Explorer"
XConfiguration Loaderscvhost.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-AAE and SDBOT.AR WORMS!"
XConfiguration Loadersvchost.exe"Added by the PARADROP-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
XConfiguration Loadersvchost2.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.JR WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderdezi.exe"Added by the SDBOT-OB WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermouse.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermsg.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BT WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderWinHelper.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderextrac.exe"Added by the SDBOT-AFP WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderDVD-Player.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderIEXPLORE.EXE"Added by the SDBOT-KW WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate Internet Explorer (iexplore.exe) which is always located in %ProgramFiles%\Internet Explorer and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %System%"
XConfiguration Loaderwincore.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BHE WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderconfigldr.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-PP TROJAN!"
XConfiguration Loaderahnhst.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.MX WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderntdm.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.RV WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermsnmsgr.exe"Added by the SDBOT-SO WORM! Note - this is not the valid MSN Messenger (now Windows Live Messenger) utility which is located in either %ProgramFiles%\MSN Messenger or %ProgramFiles%\Windows Live\Messenger. This one is located in %System%"
XConfiguration Loadersvschost.exe"Added by the SDBOT-NS WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderwump.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-BU BACKDOOR!"
XConfiguration LoaderWinSys32ys.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BCS WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadercvcd.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-DH BACKDOOR!"
XConfiguration Loaderasnclt32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-EB BACKDOOR!"
XConfiguration Loadersoundconf.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-MH WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderwin32exec.exe"Added by the SDBOT-LA WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermservs.exe"Added by the SDBOT-NM WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderupdate.exe"Added by the SDBOT-OS WORM!"
XConfiguration LoaderFILENAME.EXE"Added by the AGOBOT-DQ WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderexplore.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.GW WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermsgfixy.exe"Added by the SLINBOT.QW BACKDOOR!"
XConfiguration Loaderwinfix.exe"Added by the SDBOT-MA WORM!"
XConfiguration Loaderscvh0st.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-AX WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadermsrun.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-Y WORM!"
XConfiguration Loader 2confuldr.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-FC WORM!"
XConfiguration Loader ServiceWinsys32.exe"Added by the RBOT-YV WORM!"
XConfiguration Loader Servicedevl32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-XY WORM!"
XConfiguration Loader10ip7.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-ANZ WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadingsvchos1.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.DK WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadingconfigldr.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-EC WORM!"
XConfiguration Loading Servicewscel.exe"Added by the SDBOT-WJ WORM!"
XConfiguration Loadriexplore.exeeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XConfiguration ManagerCNFGLD32.EXE"Added by the SDBOT TROJAN!"
XConfiguration ManagerCnfgldr.exe"Added by the SDBOT TROJAN!"
XConfiguration Managercfg32.exe"BookedSpace parasite. Note - the ""cfg32.exe"" file is located in %Windir%"
XConfiguration Serveciesewins.exe"Added by the SDBOT-COH WORM!"
XConfiguration Servicesuchost.exe"Added by the TREB TROJAN!"
XConfiguration Servicesmswords.exe"Added by the SDBOT-YM WORM!"
XConfiguration UpdateUPDT32V2.EXE"Added by the SPYBOT-AA BACKDOOR!"
NConfiguration UtilityCONFIG.EXEControls linksys wireless connection. Available from the Desktop
UConfiguration Utilitywlanutil.exe"NetGear Wireless LAN configuration utility for the MA311 802.11b (and maybe other cards)"
XConfiguration WizardCfgwiz32.exe"Added by a variant of the HACKTACK TROJAN! Not to be confused with the legitimate MS ""ISDN Configuration Wizard"" (Cfgwiz32.exe)"
XConfiguration32 Loader32winamp32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-BIC WORM!"
XConfigurations Ascltasclt.exe"Added by the SDBOT-MX WORM!"
XCONFIGUREvantivir62.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-ZD BACKDOOR!"
UConfigUtilityConfigUtility.exe"Wireless management utility for the HWC54G Hi-Speed Wireless-G CardBus Card from Hawking Technologies
UConnect KasambaKasamba.exe"""Finding the expert help that you need is easy on Kasamba. With more than 30
XConnect2Partyconnect2party.exeAdult content dialler
NCONNECTAuto UpdateCONNECTScheduler.exe"Automatic update scheduler for the Sony CONNECT Player originally supplied with their range of USB or hard disk based MP3 players and used in conjunction with the CONNECT Music store download service - now replaced by SonicStage CP"
NCONNECTAUTrayAppCONNECTAUTrayApp.exe"System Tray access to change update settings for the Sony CONNECT Player originally supplied with their range of USB or hard disk based MP3 players and used in conjunction with the CONNECT Music store download service - now replaced by SonicStage CP"
UConnection KeeperConKeepM.exe"""Connection Keeper is an invaluable time-saving tool for dial-up users. This free program simulates Internet browsing (at a random interval) to prevent your connection from appearing idle
NConnection ManagerCManager.exeSBC Yahoo DSL service connection manager. You can connect from the network connections. Users having problems with this have been advised to uninstall the connection manager via Add/Remove Programs and it won't affect the service
XConnectivity Tool[path to trojan]"Added by the LITEBOT-E TROJAN!"
XConnectorSYS.EXE"Nunci premium rate dialer"
XConnectorsms.EXE"Added by the ExDial-B premium rate adult content dialer"
NCONNECTSchedulerCONNECTScheduler.exe"Automatic update scheduler for the Sony CONNECT Player originally supplied with their range of USB or hard disk based MP3 players and used in conjunction with the CONNECT Music store download service - now replaced by SonicStage CP"
XConsole de Gerenciamento Microsoftcsrss.exe"Unidentified malware! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""Level4"" subfolder"
XConsole de Gerenciamento Microsoftcsrss.exe"Added by the BANCBAN-ET TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""Central de Segurança"" subfolder"
UConsumer InputConsumerInput.exe"Consumer Input Toolbar. Opt-in market research monitoring you browsing habits - see the FAQ"
?Contactecontacte.exe"Some kind of driver?"
XContent connector[random filename].exe"Added by the DIALER-Y TROJAN! Note - uses a random filename and random folders. Usually the folder containing the file is a Temp folder"
XContent List Management Subsystemclmss.exe"Added by the SPYBOT-EL WORM!"
XContent Servicewinserv[LETTER].exe"PurityScan adware"
XContentDownload"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
XContentEraserGDC.exe"ContentEraser rogue privacy tool - not recommended
XContentServicewinservn.exe"PurityScan adware - see here"
UContentTransferWMDetector.exeContentTransferWMDetector.exe"Part of Sony's Content Transfer Software which ""provides an easy way to transfer music
XContinueInstallbpsinstall.exe"BrowserAid/BrowserPal foistware"
XContraviroContraviro.exe"Contraviro rogue security software - not recommended
XContraVirusContraVirusPro.exe"ContraVirus rogue security software - not recommended
XContraVirusContraVirus.exe"ContraVirus rogue security software - not recommended
XControl"rundll32.exe ctrlpan.dll Restore ControlPanel"
UControl CenterCenter.exe"Associated with Hawking Technologies
XControl handler***********.exe [* = random char]"CoolWebSearch parasite variant"
XControl handlerahjinst.exe"CoolWebSearch parasite variant"
XControl handler[10 to 14 random char]THD.EXE"Added by the KREPPER-AI TROJAN!"
Ncontrol panelsmctrlw.exeSystem Tray icon for a Silicon Motion LynxEM based PCI Graphics Card
XControl PanelSystem.exe"Added by the DANI TROJAN!"
Xcontrol panel software servicecprs.exe"Added by the RBOT-FPI WORM!"
XControladores[path to trojan]"Added by the TELEFO-A TROJAN!"
YControlCenterctlcntr.exe"Part of Lenovo's (IBM) ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software - used on laptops and keyboards with integrated fingerprint readers"
NControlCenter2.0brctrcen.exeBrother scanner 'Control Center' application - can be started manually
NControlCentreTrayXWCTray.exe"System Tray access for the Xerox ControlCentre 2.0 software for their range of printers
XControlled Resource System Servicecrss.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.GH WORM!"
NControllerWFXCTL32.EXEFrom Symantec's TalkWorks Pro and WinFax. Appears if you chose to have the program appear in the taskbar (System Tray) during installation and displays a yellow fax/telephone icon. Available via Start -> Programs
XControlPanel"rundll32 internat.dll LoadKeyboardProfile"
XControlPanel"host32.exe internat.dll LoadKeyboardProfile"
XControlPanel"cmd32.exe internat.dllLoadKeyboardProfile"
XControlPanel"systemctrl.exe internet.dll LoadNetworkProfile"
XControlPanel"[path to executable] internat.dllLoadKeyboardProfile"
XControlPanel"popcorn.exe internat.dll LoadKeyboardProfile"
XControlPanel"popcorn64.exe rundll.dll LoadMouseProfile"
XControlPanel"popcorn72.exe rundll.dll LoadMouseProfile"
XControlPanel"svcc.exe internat.dllLoadKeyboardProfile"
XControlPanel"popcorn320.exe rundll.dll LoadMouseProfile"
XControlPanel"private.exe internat.dllLoadMouseCarpetProfile"
XControlPanel"twink64.exe internat.dllLoadKeyboardProfile"
XControlServiceMgrcsmsv.exe"Added by the AGENT-XC TROJAN!"
UCookie PalCPBRWTCH.EXE"Kookaburra Software's Cookie Pal cookie manager. Allows you to decide which internet sites can add ""cookies"" related to their sites for the next time you return"
UCookiePatrolCookiePatrol.exe"CookiePatrol - cookie interceptor stopping spyware cookies that used to be part of PestPatrol before CA's aquisition"
UCoolSwitchtaskswitch.exeALT+TAB replacement Powertoy for Windows XP - enhances the graphics displayed when you want to switch between programs running full-screen
NCoolwallpapercwm_tray.exe"Cool Wallpaper software allows you to manage high quality photos as desktop wallpaper and screen savers"
NCopernic Desktop SearchDesktopSearch.exe"Copernic Desktop Search - ""Easily search your entire hard drive in less than a second to pinpoint the right file
UCopernic Desktop Search 2DesktopSearchService.exe"Copernic Desktop Search - search agent"
UCopernicPerUserTaskMgrCopernicPerUserTaskMgr.exeAutomatic tasking feature of Copernic Pro multi-search engine tool
NCopyrightmwcpyrt.exeDisplays copyright information on IBM ThinkPads
XCore Process Aplicationccapl.exe"Added by the QHOSTS.G TROJAN!"
XCore Process Aplication x16ccapl16.exe"Added by the SPYBOT.AFT WORM!"
XCore Process Aplication x32ccapl32.exe"Added by the SRAMLER.E TROJAN!"
XCore System Hardwaresyscorehd.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
UCoreCenterCoreCenter.exe"MSI Core Center - motherboard utility for monitoring CPU speed
UCoreCenterCORECE~1.EXE"MSI Core Center - motherboard utility for monitoring CPU speed
XCoreguard Antivirus 2009Coreguard 2009.exe"Coreguard Antivirus 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
NCorel Colleagues & Contacts Reminderscffrem.exe"Corel Colleagues & Contracts - all-in-one organizer for scheduling meetings
NCorel Desktop Application Directordadx.exeThe Desktop Application Director (DAD) gives you easy access to all Corel applications - x represents ther version number. Available via Start -> Programs
NCorel Photo DownloaderMediaDetect.exe"Related to Corel Photo Album"
NCorel RegistrationRemind32.exeIf you don't want to register Corel products and be reminded about it every 2 weeks disable it
NCorel Registration ReminderRemind32.exeIf you don't want to register Corel products and be reminded about it every 2 weeks disable it
NCorelCENTRAL 10I_26dadCC.exe"CorelCENTRAL 10 - personal information manager (PIM). Supplied as part of Corel WordPerfect Office 2002. Available via Start -> Programs"
XCorelDraw ToolboxCorelDraw.exe"Added by the SDBOT-VZ WORM!"
XCorporate Microsoft Updateuptask.exe"Added by the RBOT-GVB WORM!"
NCorrectConnectCConnect.exeBroadband ISP diagnostic tool - as used by NTL and Cox Communications. Shortcut available
UCostAwareniIPCApp.exe"NetInternals CostAware - download quota measuring tool"
XCounterstrike Service Agentczrzns.exe"Added by the MEDBOT.AR WORM!"
NCountry Selectpctptt.exe"Country selection for a PCtel HSP56 based modem. Often found in OEM (Dell
NCountrySelectionpctptt.exe"Country selection for a PCtel HSP56 based modem. Often found in OEM (Dell
?CPCopyProtectionNotifier.exe"Related to Emuzed Systems and Middleware. Comes included with Windows XP Media Edition"
UCP32NOTCP32BTN.EXEFor the programmable "one-touch" buttons on HP laptops (and others?). Safe to disable if you don't use these buttons
UCP4HPOTOneTouch.EXE"Supports the additional multimedia keys on HP/Compaq laptops which give single button press access to standard functions such as Mail
UCPATR10CPATR10.EXE"Dritek/Compal ATR10 Easy Button driver. Used on certain laptops (e.g. Toshiba
UCPBrWtchCPBrWtch.exe"Kookaburra Software's Cookie Pal cookie manager. Allows you to decide which internet sites can add ""cookies"" related to their sites for the next time you return"
NCplBTQ00CplBTQ00.EXERelated to EZbutton quick launcher for the Media player app that comes with certain laptops
Xcpntmgcwincomp.exe"Added by the WINTRIM.A TROJAN!"
Xcpntmgcsimcss.exe"Added by the MAGICON.A TROJAN!"
Xcpntmgcnavpmc.exe"Added by the SIMCSS TROJAN!"
Xcpntmgcwinmgts.exe"Added by the WINTRIM-B TROJAN!"
?CPortPatchcppatch.exe"CPortPatch is a utility is required for Dell laptops that are using a docking station. Is it needed though?"
Xcppc[path to trojan]"Added by the VB-NV BACKDOOR!"
UCPQAlertCPQAlert.exe"Compaq's Insight Manager Agent - a tool that allows for ""fault
NCPQBootPerfDBCPQBootPerfDB.EXESee the entry for Compaq Message Server
UCPQEASYACCStartEAK.exe"Easy Access Button Support for Compaq PCs. Allows the use of programmable keys on multimedia keyboards. Required if you use the additional keys"
UCPQEASYACCSTARTDRV.exeFor Compaq PC's. Allows the use of programmable keys on mulimedia keyboards. Required if you use the additional keys
XCPQHotKeyshotkeysvc.exe"Added by the RBOT-XA WORM!"
UCPQInet Runtime ServiceCpqInet.exe"For Compaq PC's. Allows AOL and Compuserve to use the Easy Access buttons for the internet. Is not required if you don't use the ISP providers"
NCPQINKAGENTcpqinkag.exe"That is the Compaq Ink Agent for some inkjet printers
NCpqsetCpqset.exeDefault settings software in Hewlett Packard notebook
YCPQSTUTFIXstutfix.exe"For Compaq PC's. Fixes audio stutter problems for ESS Maestro soundcards. You can download it here. This is a Compaq originated file and has been verified as free from viruses by McAfree/Norton"
UCPQTEAMcpqteam.exeThis program is bundled with HP servers. When loaded a system tray icon will be available that launches the HP Network Configuration Tool
UCPU Power MonitorCpuPowerMonitor.exe"Included with some ASUS motherboards (such as the Maximus Extreme & Striker II Extreme). Associated with the ""Energy Saving"" feature of AI Gear - which ""is a utility designed to configure and support all ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) features."" Part of AI Suite"
XCPU Temp Controlwuitgurd.exe"Added by the RBOT-AHV WORM!"
XCPU Watcher"rundll32.exe cpu.dllload"
XCPU Windows Statuscpustats.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XCPVHOST Settingscpvhost.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT TROJAN!"
Xcpythidep.exe"Added by the MIRJACK-A TROJAN!"
Xcqlygworld_cup_.bat"Added by the WCUP.A WORM!"
Xcrash0001restorecrashwin32.bat"Added by the AGENT-ZC TROJAN!"
XCrashDump[path to trojan]"Added by the DROPPER.EAT TROJAN!"
NCrazyTalk Serve"rundll32.exe CrazyTalk.dll DIIServeMediaFile"
UCRBroadCastingCRBroadCasting.exe"CardReader2 from On Track Inovations Ltd. USB Card Reader"
XCRC Value Verifiersvchost32.exe"Added by the RBOT-OA WORM!"
XCrc32stats DependenciesCrc32stats.exe"Added by the MYTOB.GT WORM!"
UCreata MailJMSrvr.exe"Creata_Mail. Smileys
XCreate A MonstercreateAMonster.exe"Kudd.com CreateAMonster. Reportedly stealth installed and Look2Me adware related"
NCreateCDCreatecd.exeAdaptec Easy CD Creator system tray application (pre version 5). Available via Start -> Programs
NCreateCD50Createcd50.exeAdaptec Easy CD Creator version 5 system tray application. Available via Start -> Programs
NCreateCD_Reminderreminder.exeReminder to create system recovery CD/DVDs on a Sony Vaio laptop or desktop
XCreates stractures for system managementstacture.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DHS WORM!"
NCreative AGP Wizardagpwiz.exePart of Creative's BlasterControl
XCreative Audio Driverscreative.exe"Added by the RBOT-FKR WORM!"
NCreative DetectorCTDetect.exe"Auto-detect and play a DVD when using a Creative Soundblaster Audigy2 soundcard. Uses about 2.2 MB of memory. Disable it by heading to the MediaSource DVD Audio Player
NCreative LauncherCTLauncher.exeFor Creative Soundblaster Live! series soundcards. Adds a quick-launch bar to the top of the display and a System Tray icon. Available via Start -> Programs
UCreative Live! Cam ManagerCTLCMgr.exe"Creative Live! Cam Manager"
UCreative MediaSource GoCTCMSGo.exe"Creative MediaSource Go! is a combination of a short-cut bar and launcher for the Creative MediaSource™ player/organizer - which ""enables you to manage your entire digital music collection on both your computer and your Creative portable music player effortlessly"""
UCreative MediaSource GoCTCMSGoU.exe"Creative MediaSource Go! is a combination of a short-cut bar and launcher for the Creative MediaSource™ player/organizer - which ""enables you to manage your entire digital music collection on both your computer and your Creative portable music player effortlessly"""
NCreative PCI Audio Configuration Utilitystarter.exe"System Tray icon to configure a Creative Soundblaster PCI soundcard. Not required and re-instates itself when un-checked. Try one of the solutions on this special page. Similar to EnsoniqMixer"
NCreative Software UpdateAutoUpdate.exeAuto-updater for Creative Labs software
NCreative WebCam TrayCamtray.exeCreative WebCam tray control - can be started manually
XCreative.exeCreative.exe"Added by the PROLIN WORM!"
NCreativeDiscNotifierCTNOTIFY.EXE"For Creative Soundblaster Live! series soundcards. Detects when you insert a CD-ROM
UCreativeMixerCTMIX32.EXE"Creative soundcard System Tray access to
?CreativeTaskSchedulerCTSched.exe"Creative Task Scheduler. What does it do and is it required?"
XCrisysTec SentrySentry.exe"CrisysTec Sentry rogue privacy program - not recommended"
XCritical Error Safe32GetWaylayer32.exeAdded by the RBOT.IAL WORM!
XCritical Update Checkbattlenet.exe"Added by the DELF-LB TROJAN!"
NCriticalUpdateWucrtupd.exe"MS Windows Critical Update Notification. If you want to keep Windows up-to-date
XCriticalUpdatewucrtupd.exe"Added by the NOALA.B WORM! Note - this file is located in the Windows or Winnt folder
Xcrmssrlt[random filename]"Added by a variant of the SLAPER TROJAN!"
XCRP386 Networkingcrp386.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.N TROJAN!"
XCrustydmcpl.exe"Added by the RUSTY WORM!"
Xcryptdlgcryptdlg.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN!
NCryptLoadRouterClient.exe"CryptLoad download manager"
Ucryptoexpertcexpert.exe"CryptoExpert from SecureAction Research. Advanced on the fly encryption system"
XCryptographic Service******.exe [* = random char]"Added by the KORGO.W or KORGO.X or KORGO.AB WORMS!"
?Crystal 3D Audio ControlCWD3DSND.EXE"Crystal 3D Audio sound driver. Is it required?"
XCStsc.exe"Cyber Security rogue security software - not recommended
XCS Updatecopy /Y [path] ActivationManager.dll.upd [path] ActivationManager.dllAdded by an unidentified malware
Xcscriptscscripts.exe"Added by the BDOOR-AAP BACKDOOR!"
UCSINJECT.EXECSINJECT.EXE"Part of Quarterdeck/Norton CleanSweep. ""Csinject must be loaded in order for Smart Sweep to automatically monitor installations and properly track registry changes"""
Xcsm Win Updatescsm.exe"Added by the ZOTOB.B WORM!"
XCSNetManagerXpisass.exe"Added by the HIDER-O TROJAN!"
Xcsoftoksoftok.exe"Added by the QQPASS.G TROJAN!"
XCsrss Hostcsrhost.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.BIZ WORM!"
XCSRSWIN[trojan filename]"Added by the WINSHELL.50 TROJAN!"
XCSRSX[trojan filename]"Added by the WINSHELL.50.B TROJAN!"
Ncssauthcssauth.exe"Part of Thinkvantage Client Security Solution for Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks and ThinkCentre desktops. Once configured via the associated setup screens this loads via winlogon.exe (and loads the password manager) and therefore disabling this entry has no effect"
Ncssauthecssauthe.exe"Part of Thinkvantage Client Security Solution for IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks and ThinkCentre desktops. Once configured via the associated setup screens this loads via winlogon.exe (and loads the password manager) and therefore disabling this entry has no effect"
UCSS_CentralCSS_1631.EXE"CSS Communication Agent (95 Host) from Command Software Systems (now Authentium). ""CSS Central™ provides administrators with a powerfully proactive tool to effectively manage and maintain the anti-virus strategy from a centralized console"""
Xcsvhost.execsvhost.exe"Added by the CIMUZ-BD TROJAN!"
Yctct.exect.exe is a file is for the HP Learning Adventure software and if you use this software it is required to run it
XCT Control SettingsCTSVCCD.EXE"Added by the RBOT-YS WORM!"
UCTAPR2CTAPR2.exe"Console Launcher for the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi series"
NCTAVTrayCTAvTray.exeFor Creative Soundblaster Live! series soundcards. Plays the EAX animation on start-up and adds a System Tray icon for it. Available via AudioHQ
UCTCheckCTCheck.exe"Associated with the ZEN range of MP3 players from Creative Technology Ltd. A visitor recommended the ""U"" status but what does it do?"
UCTCMonitorCTCMonitor.exe"Click-to-Convert - document-to-HTML or doc-to-PDF converter. Only required if you are going to use the File -> Print method of using Click-to-Convert. If converting directly from MS Office
XCTDrive"rundll32.exe drvmod.dllstartup"
NCTDVDDetCTDVDDet.exe"Auto-detect and play a DVD when using a Creative Soundblaster Audigy2 soundcard. Uses about 2.2 MB of memory. Disable it by heading to the MediaSource DVD Audio Player
XCTF Device Loaderctfmond.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-FO WORM!"
Xctf.exectf.exeAdded by a variant of the BIFROSE TROJAN!
Xctflog managerctflog.exe"Added by the DONBOMB.A TROJAN!"
XCTFM0N.exeCTFM0N.exe"Added by the STARTPAGE.P TROJAN! Notice the digit ""0"" in both columns rather than the upper case ""o"""
Xctfmencssrs.exe"Added by the STARTP-DC TROJAN!"
Xctfmomctfnom.exe"Added by the BCKDR-QTA BACKDOOR!"
Uctfmonctfmon.exe"Supports multiple languages and alternative method inputs in Windows and MS Office. The language bar is displayed alongside the System Tray if more than one keyboard layout is enabled (for switching input languages) or
Xctfmontaskmgr32*.exe [* = number]"Added by the SOWSAT.B WORM!"
Xctfmoncftmon.exe"Added by the DELIVE-A BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate ctfmon.exe process associated with alternate text inputs which is always located in %System%. This one is located in %Windir%"
XctfmonmIRC.dll"Added by the DELBOT-E TROJAN!"
XctfmonWinConst.exe"Added by the ASSASIN-G TROJAN!"
UCTFMonctfmon.exe"Family KeyLogger keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself! Note - this is not the legitimate ctfmon.exe process associated with alternate text inputs which is always located in %System%. This one is located in a ""CTF"" sub-folder"
Xctfmonmsnmsgr.exe"Added by the BDOOR-JV BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the valid MSN Messenger (now Windows Live Messenger) utility which is located in either %ProgramFiles%\MSN Messenger or %ProgramFiles%\Windows Live\Messenger. This one is located in %System%"
XCTFMONwscript.exe /E:vbs winjpg.jpg"Added by the RUNAUTO.F WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""winjpg.jpg"" file is located in %System%"
XCTFMONwscript.exe /E:vbs regedit.sys"Added by the VBSAUTO-A WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""regedit.sys"" file is located in %System%"
XCTFMONwin.exe"Added by the VBS.RUNAUTO.G WORM!"
XCtfmonwmisys.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-ADS WORM!"
XctfmonWinUP.exe"Added by the BANKER-VV TROJAN!"
XCTFMON.CPLCTFM0N.CMD"Detected by Symantec as the SILLYFDC WORM! See here"
XCtfmon.exectfmon32.exe"CoolWebSearch Ctfmon32 parasite variant"
Xctfmon.exectfmon.exe"Added by the RAIDYS TROJAN! Note - this overwrites the legitimate ctfmon.exe process associated with alternate text inputs which is located in %System%"
Xctfmon.exemsupdate32.exe"Spy Sheriff/SpywareNO malware
Uctfmon.exectfmon.exe"Supports multiple languages and alternative method inputs in Windows and MS Office. The language bar is displayed alongside the System Tray if more than one keyboard layout is enabled (for switching input languages) or
Xctfmon.exectfmon.exe eminem.exe"Added by the BHARAT.A WORM!"
XCTFMON.EXEsvchost.exe"Added by the JUEGO-B WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
XCTFMON32CTFMON32.EXE"CoolWebSearch Ctfmon32 parasite variant - also detected as the CWS-E TROJAN!"
Xctfmon32[random filename].exe"Added by the RBOT-GSN WORM!"
Xctfmon32taskmgr32*.exe [* = digit]"Added by the SOWSAT.C WORM!"
Xctfmonactfmona.exe"Added by the DLOADR-BME TROJAN!"
XCTFMONSSCTFMONSS.EXE"Added by the CWS-F TROJAN!"
Xctfmoonmicrosoftconfigurator.exe"Added by the DELF-ALS TROJAN!"
Xctfmunctfmun.exe"Added by the AGENT.ACEZ TROJAN!"
Xctfnnonctfmon.exe"Added by the TURKOJAN.IL BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate ctfmon.exe process associated with alternate text inputs which is always located in %System%. This one is located in %Windir%"
XctfnomrundIl32.exe"Added by the LEGMIR-AW TROJAN!"
Xctfnom.exeSVOHOST.exe"Added by the DIGIDOR-A TROJAN!"
Xctfnom.exeOSRSS.exe"Added by the DLOADER-UQ TROJAN!"
Xcthelpcthelp.exe"Added by the SDBOT TROJAN!"
UCTHELPERCTHELPER.EXE"CTHELPER is a background task that is a plug-in manager for Creative drivers. The theory is that 3rd party manufacturers can use the CTHELPER plug-in interface to produce drivers
XCTHelpercthelper.exe"Added by the RBOT-XB WORM! Note - do not confuse with the Creative application of the same name described here"
XCTHELPERsvhost.exe"Added by the SDBOT-RZ WORM!"
XCTime[path to trojan]"Added by the HTTPDOS TROJAN!"
XCTin10CTin10.exe"Added by the BANCOS.E TROJAN!"
XCtModuleCtModule.exe"Added by the CLICKER-EG TROJAN!"
XCTMON.EXEcfmon.exe"Added by the CLCKR-AN TROJAN!"
UCTNMRUNctnmrun.exeDetects the Creative NOMAD jukebox/MP3 player at the time it is attached to USB and starts the needed application (Creative PlayCentre 2) that you use to copy MP3 files to and from it. This is required if you want PlayCentre 2 to take control of the NOMAD once connected
?CTPDPSRVCTPDPSRV.EXE"Compaq A3000 printer driver (in the %System%\spool\DRIVERS\W32\X86 folder). Is it required?"
NCTPerformanceUtilityCTPowUti.exe"Related to Creative PowerSysTrayApp. This program is a non-essential process
Xctpmonctpmon.exe"Registry Cleaner rogue - not recommended
NCTRegRunCTRegRun.exeFor Creative Soundblaster Live! series soundcards. Reminds you to register your card with Creative
UCtrlVolCtrlVol.exe"Volume control key on Acer
?CTSchedCTSched.exe"Creative Task Scheduler. What does it do and is it required?"
NCTStartupCTEaxSpl.exeSplash screen with sound on every boot up. Installed with a Sound Blaster Audigy soundcard
UCTSVolFECTSVolFE.exeCreative Labs Mixer applet for the Sound Blaster Audigy
UCTSVolFE.exeCTSVolFE.exeCreative Labs Mixer applet for the Sound Blaster Audigy
NCTSyncU.exeCTSyncU.exe"Creative Sync Manager - synchronizes music tracks on your computer with your player"
UCTsysVolCTSYSVOL.exeCreative sound card volume controls
?cttdpsrvcttdpsrv.exe"??"
XCTUpdatectupdclt.exe"Added by the RBOT-ABG WORM!"
NCTxfiHlpCTXFIHLP.EXEAdded by the installation of a Creative Labs X-Fi sound card. This particular process provides the help functionality for your card
NCTXFIREGCTxfiReg.exeCreative Labs sound card driver related. It appears that it isn't required and maybe registration related
XCtykd[path to file]"SMALL.SN spyware"
NCTZDetec.exeCTZDetec.exe"Auto-detect feature of Creative Media Lite which assists you in managing your music
XCU1VCClient.exeAssociated with the Surf Sidekick adware and should be removed
YcuagentExeCuagent.exe"Command Antivirus related"
XCueX44_stil_hereWINLOGON.EXE"Added by the PUNYA-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate winlogon.exe process
XCurrent Security Configcsecure.exe"Added by the RBOT-AMO WORM!"
XCurrent32msnpla.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DIS WORM!"
NCurseClientCurseClient.exe"CurseClient add-on manager for World of Warcraft and Warhammer Online games"
NcursorScreendragon_VS_Taskbar.exe"ScreenDragon video player"
UCurtainCurtain.exe"Curtain (from Chaotic Visions) - ""is a Windows utility which gives you the power to hide any window or group of windows to your system tray"""
UCustomizer2000logon.exe"Automatic logon feature of Customizer 2000 - ""a special utility which is designed to optimize Win9x/ME performance. The program lets you explore the many hidden settings in Windows
NCuteMXCuteMX.EXEFile sharing utility
Xcvmonitor.execvmonitor.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BV WORM!"
UCWatchcw.exe"ChatWatch - chat monitoring tool"
Ncwbsvstrcwbsvstr.exe"Part of IBM's iSeries (nee As/400) Client Access - communications suite that allows desktop
Ucwcptraycwcptray.exe"Related to ContentWatch Parental Control internet filter"
Xcwingllibatllsimm.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
Xcwriterucookw.exe"Part of the ErrClean rogue system error and cleaning utility and other members of this family. See here for more examples"
Xcwritercwriter.exe"Part of PcRaiser
Ucwupdatecwupdate.exe"ContentProtect from ContentWatch - internet filter"
NCXMonHpi_Monitor.exeAutodetects when a HP camera is attached to the computer and launches the "HP Photoimaging Software". Available via Start -> Programs
UCyber Trioshowmode.exe"From G-Tek Technologies. Allows you to set the PC in one of three modes
NCyber-shot Viewer Media Check ToolSPUVolumeWatcher.exe"Part of the Sony Picture Uility software supplied with Sony Cyber-shot digital cameras. Automatically invokes an import process if the camera is connected and has media on it"
NCyber-shot Viewer Media Check ToolSPUVOL~1.EXE"Part of the Sony Picture Utility software supplied with Sony Cyber-shot digital cameras. Automatically invokes an import process if the camera is connected and has media on it"
Xcyberfree.exe****.dat [* = random char]Unidentified adware
UCyberhawkCHTray.exe"Cyberhawk from Novatix. Protects against viruses
UCyberLat Ram CleanerCLRamCleaner.exe"CyberLat RAM Cleaner - memory optimizer. MS MVPs (Most Valued Professional) recommend not using memory managers with Win98/SE/ME. See this article and make up your own mind"
UCyberLat Ram CleanerCyberLat Ram Cleaner 1.1.exe"CyberLat RAM Cleaner - memory optimizer. MS MVPs (Most Valued Professional) recommend not using memory managers with Win98/SE/ME. See this article and make up your own mind"
NCyberMedia AgentCMAGENT.EXE"Part of CyberMedia's Oil Change program. Not normally required. Note - if you have TextBridge
UCyberPatrolNewcphq.exe"""CyberPatrol is one of the most powerful and popular client-based
XCydoorUpdateCD_Load.exe"Adware. Check here for information about Cy-Door and here for a program that can remove it"
NCyphTrayCyphTray.exe"Cypherus - encryption software"
XD SYSTEMdd.exe"Added by the MYTOB-FN WORM!"
YD-Link Air USB UtilityAirCFG.exeD-Link Air USB wireless driver and configuration utility
YD-Link Air UtilityAirCFG.exeD-Link Air PCI wireless driver and configuration utility
ND-Link AirPlus DWL-650+ UtilityWLANMON.exeD-Link Air Plus Wireless PC modem connection monitor
YD-Link AirPlus G Wireless UtilityAirPlus.exe"D-Link AirPlus G wireless configuration and monitoring utility"
YD-Link AirPlus XtremeGAirPlusCFG.exe"D-Link AirPlus Xtreme G wireless access point driver and configuration utility"
YD-Link D-Link RangeBooster N DWA-140AirNCFG.exe"D-Link DWA-140 RangeBooster N USB adapter driver and configuration utility"
YD-Link D-Link Xtreme N Dual Band DWA-160AirNCFG.exe"D-Link DWA-160 Xtreme N Dual Band USB adapter driver and configuration utility"
YD-Link RangeBooster G WDA-2320AirPlusCFG.exe"D-Link WDA-2320 RangeBooster G desktop adapter driver and configuration utility"
YD-Link RangeBooster G WUA-2340AirPlusCFG.exe"D-Link WUA-2340 RangeBooster G USB adapter driver and configuration utility"
ND066UUtilityD066UUTY.EXETWAIN driver for the CanoScan D660U flatbed scanner. Start scanning via your scanner management software
Xd3dupdate.exebbeagle.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.A WORM!"
NDAEMON Toolsdaemon.exe"Older version of Daemon Tools Lite from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDAEMON Tools Litedaemon.exe"Older version of Daemon Tools Lite from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDAEMON Tools LiteDTlite.exe"Daemon Tools Lite from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDAEMON Tools ProDTAgent.exe"System Tray access to DAEMON Tools Pro from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDAEMON Tools Pro AgentDTProAgent.exe"System Tray access to an older version of DAEMON Tools Pro from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDAEMON Tools Pro AgentDTAgent.exe"System Tray access to DAEMON Tools Pro from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDAEMON Tools-1033daemon.exe"Older version of Daemon Tools Lite from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
Xdagofault.exe"Added by the PUNYA-A WORM!"
XDaily Weather Forecastweather.exe"Added by the DLOADER-IP TROJAN!"
XDanBtR270414DanBtR270414.exe"Added by the VB-NIB WORM!"
XDanton*[random filename]"Added by the DANTON TROJAN! where * = random number"
Xdarkimgst.scr"Added by the BANCOS.U TROJAN!"
Xdarkimgrt.scr"Added by the BANCBAN-FH TROJAN!"
?DashBarStatedashIE"??"
XDataSystem.dat.vbs"Added by the BISCUIT.A WORM!"
Xdatamsngs.exe"Added by the RBOT-ADQ WORM!"
XData Filevdehost.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DOS TROJAN!"
XData Layer 2datalayer.exe"Added by the RBOT-BNF WORM! Note - do not confuse with the legitimate Nokia file sharing the same filename - this one is located in %System%"
NData LifeGuardBACKWE~1.EXEData LifeGuard diagnostic tools for Western Digital's series of hard drives
NData LifeGuard LifeLine Lite installerDLGLI.EXE"Backweb installer - see here"
XData Protectiondatprot.exe"Data Protection rogue security software - not recommended
XData Restore Serviceprq8.exe"Added by the KELVIR.AI WORM!"
XData789Regedit.exe ....data789.tmpHomepage hijacker
XDATABASE MySql[path] repcale.exe [path] beird.exe"Added by the RANDON-AL WORM! Both files are often located in %System%\qsws"
NDataCachingFlashKsk.exe"SmartMedia Card management from the installation of a SanDisk reader for a camera's SmartMedia card and also adds the "Unplug and Eject Hardware" System Tray icon"
XDataHealerDataHealer.exe"DataHealer rogue security software - not recommended
UDataKeeperDataKeeper.exe"PowerQuest DataKeeper (now owned by Symantec) backup software"
YDataLayerDataLayer.exe"Part of Nokia PC Suite version 5 - which ""is a free PC software product that allows you to connect your Nokia device to a PC and access mobile content as if the device and the PC were one."" Required by the Nokia status/connection monitor (NclTray.exe)"
YDataLayerDATALA~1.EXE"Part of Nokia PC Suite version 5 - which ""is a free PC software product that allows you to connect your Nokia device to a PC and access mobile content as if the device and the PC were one."" Required by the Nokia status/connection monitor (NclTray.exe)"
NDataViz Inc MessengerDvzIncMsgr.exe"Installed with DataViz ""Documents to Go"" software"
NDataViz MessengerDvzMsgr.exe"DataViz Documents to Go - "allows you to use your Word
XDatcheckdatcheck.exe"Added by the KEYPANIC TROJAN!"
XDate Managerdatemanager.exe"Date Manager - calender program. Spyware/adware based provided by The Gator Corporation. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
?DatecheckerN/A"Could be related to this?"
XDateMakerIntlDateMakerIntl.exePremium rate adult content dialler
XDateMngrDATEMNGR.EXE"Added by the SPYBOT-BR BACKDOOR!"
XDAupdateDAupdate.exeNavEnhance adware
UDayTodayDAYTODAY.EXE"DayToday from RoboMagic Software Corp. Displays the date on the taskbar"
UDAZEL Delivery AgentDcDaemon.exe"Control and send documents
Xdbar_starterstarter.exe"Deskbar adware - adds a search bar to your Windows taskbar which performs searches on www.w-w-w-dot-com.com"
UDC300 Monitorcmonitor.exeMonitor for a Acer DC300 digital camera
XDC6dc6_startupmon.exe"Part of the WinAntiVirus Pro 2006 rogue security software - not recommended
XDC6_checkdc6_startupmon.exe"Part of the WinAntiVirus Pro 2006 rogue security software - not recommended
XDCOM Server[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-CCQ BACKDOOR!"
XDcom System PatchMicrosoft.exe"Added by the RANDEX.MS WORM!"
NDDCActiveMenuDDCActiveMenu.exeDigital Distribution Channel - formally part of the WildTangent on-line games delivery service. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
UDDLAgentDDLAgent.exe"Loads Hide and Protect any Drives - which ""can be used to restrict read or write access to removable media devices such as CD
Uddoctorv2sprtcmd.exe /P ddoctorv2"Comcast Desktop Doctor (provided by SupportSoft
XDDriversvchost.exe"Added by a variant of the DELF.IT TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! The location of this file varies"
?DDTN/A"??"
XDeadKittyDeadKitty.exe"Added by the DEADCAT-A WORM!"
XDealHelperUpdateDHUpdt.exe"DealHelper adware"
XDeath.exeDeath.exe"Added by the DELF-ERW TROJAN!"
UDeathAdderrazerhid.exe"Razer DeathAdder gaming mouse driver - required if you use the additional features and programmed keys/macros"
XDebugMonitordebugmonitor.exe"Added by the MYDOOM.BG WORM!"
XDeewooncntnkwd.exeIdentified as a variant of the AdWare.Win32.ZenoSearch.am malware
XDefaultexplore.vbs"Added by the ALLEM WORM!"
XDefaultmtask.vbe"Added by the ALLEM WORM!"
Xdefaultshell32.exe"Added by the BINGHE TROJAN!"
XDefault_default.pif"Added by the RUBBLE-C WORM!"
Udefaultmskbw.exe"PC Surveillance PRO surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
UDefault ManagerDefMgr.exe"Part of MSN Toolbar from version 4.* onwards (renamed ""Bing Bar"" from version 5.* onwards) which includes the Bing search engine. Via Start → All Programs → Microsoft Default Manager you can elect to keep Bing as the default search engine and set it to notify you of any changes to your browsers default settings. Not required if you choose not to use Bing"
XDefault System Researchvhchost.exe"Added by the TARNO.I TROJAN!"
XDefault web browserIexpIore.exe"Added by the OBLIVION.B TROJAN! Note - do not confuse "IexpIore.exe" with "iexplore.exe" (Internet Explorer)
XDefaultConfigurationdefaultconfh.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-JC WORM!"
XDefault_Page_URLhttp://find.naupoint.com"Naupoint browser hijacker"
XDefault_Search_URLhttp://find.naupoint.com"Naupoint browser hijacker"
Xdefender[path to trojan]"Added by the VB-BAQ TROJAN!"
XDefensaAntiMalwarepgs.exe"DefensaAntiMalware
XDefense Centerdefcnt.exe"Defense Center rogue security software - not recommended
XDefenseNetSurfageGDC.exe"DefenseNetSurfage rogue privacy tool - not recommended. A member of the PCPrivacyTool family"
Xdefragm_checkdefragment.exe"CoolWebSearch parasite variant"
Xdefragsyssvchost.exe"Added by the BIFROSE-TH TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which should normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
UDefragTaskBardefragTaskBar.exe"System Tray access to Ashampoo® Magical Defrag 2 from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which ""works is similar to a screensaver. Whenever the computer is idle the program cuts in automatically and starts cleaning up your hard disk"""
UdefragTaskBar.exedefragTaskBar.exe"System Tray access to Ashampoo® Magical Defrag 2 from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - which ""works is similar to a screensaver. Whenever the computer is idle the program cuts in automatically and starts cleaning up your hard disk"""
Udefwatchdefwatch.exeDetects out-of-date virus definitions for Norton Anti-Virus Corporate Edition and runs the Defwatch Wizard. Only required if you don't update the virus definitions manually on a regular basis
XDelayLoadmsprint.exe"Added by a variant of the Win32.Agent.ryo malware - see here"
?delcabdeltreew.exe C:cabs"??"
XDelete Meworm.exe"Added by the DOOMHUNTER WORM!"
UDeleteHistoryFreedhf.exe"Delete History Free - ""Privacy protection software for deleting Internet surfing and other computer activity tracks from your PC"""
UDell AIO Printer A920dlbkbmgr.exeSystem Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 920 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
UDell AIO Printer A940dlbabmgr.exeSystem Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 940 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
UDell AIO Printer A960dlbfbmgr.exeSystem Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 960 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
NDell AlertDAMon.exe""Dell Alert" utility
UDell DataSafe SchedulerDataSafeOnlineScheduler.exe"Scheduler for Dell DataSafe™ Online which ""helps protect your music
UDell Photo AIO Printer 922dlbtbmgr.exeSystem Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 922 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
UDell Photo AIO Printer 942dlbubmgr.exeSystem Tray application for the Dell Photo AIO Printer 942 that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons
UDell Photo AIO Printer 962dlbxmon.exeDellPhoto AIO Printer 962 Device Monitor
NDell QuickSetquickset.exeDell taskbar icon allowing you to quickly change settings
YDell Webcam CentralWebcamDell.exe"Dell Webcam Central - webcam management software controlling aspects such as picture control
NDell Wireless Manager UIwltray.exeSystem tray access to wireless LAN card configuration options
YDellAutomatedPCTuneUpPTAgnt.exe"PC TuneUp from Dell - ""silently monitors your system
UDellSupportDSAgnt.exeDell Support Agent offers additional support and update features for your Dell computer or laptop
UDellSupportCentersprtcmd.exe /P DellSupportCenter"Dell Support Center (provided by SupportSoft
UDellTouchMMKeybd.exeDell multimedia keyboard manager. Required if you use the additional keys
UDellTouchDELLMMKB.EXEMultimedia keyboard control for Dell based PCs - only required if you use the multimedia keys
?DellTransferAgentTransferAgent.exe"Found on Dell computers. What does it do and is it required?"
?delstartdelstart.exe"Reportedly part of BT ISP software - what does it do and is it required in startup?"
Xdelsubmit"rundll32.exe advpack.dll DelNodeRunDLL32 submit.exe"
UDeltaIITaskbarAppDeltaIITray.exe"System Tray access to the Delta Control Panel for the M-Audio Delta series of PCI audio cards"
?DelTmpDelTemp.exe"Added to the startup list after installing a Creative SoundBlaster Audigy soundcard. Deletes temporary files once an installation is complete?"
NDeltTraydeltray.exe"System Tray access to the control panel for the M-Audio Delta 44 PCI Analog Recording Interface. Available via a desktop shortcut
XDeluxeCommunicationsDxc.exe"Deluxe Communications adware - successor to SurfSideKick"
XDELXP Protocoldelxp.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
UDepFrezfrzstate.exe"Deep Freeze from Faronics Coporation. ""Freezes"" the current software configuration so that an a re-boot all changes made refer back to their original settings. Not required for most users - more likely to be used by system administrators
?Description of Shortcuts*.exe"* seems to be a sequence of alphanumerics that can be different
?desk-top-servicedesk-top-service.exe"??"
XDeskMateAutoUpdateDeskMateAutoUpdate.exe"DeskMates: Virtual scantily clad girls enhance your desktop. BargainBuddy adware related"
UDesksite CMAcma.exe"DeskSite CMA siftware - ""retrieves new content from the DeskSite Data Center"""
XDesktop"rundll32.exe msconfd.dllRestore ControlPanel"
Xdesktopdesktop.exe"Added by the SDBOT.MD WORM!"
XDesktopDesktop.com"Added by the VB-DRN WORM!"
Xdesktopdesktop.ini.vbs"IE-Title malware"
NDesktop ArchitectDATRAY.EXE"Desktop theme manager available
YDesktop ArmorDesktopArmor.exe"Desktop Armor from Headlight Software - ""watches dozens and dozens of important settings on your computer and warns you if any program has changed them"" including those made by malware"
UDesktop CalendarDesktop Calendar.exe"Desktop Calendar - ""Desktop Calendar is a highly customizable calendar program that turns your desktop into a traditional wall calendar
XDesktop Defender 2010Desktop Defender 2010.exe"Desktop Defender 2010 rogue security software - not recommended
UDesktop iCalendarCalendar.exe"Older version of Desktop iCalendar/Desktop iCalendar Lite by Desksware which include support for Google Calendar and add weather
UDesktop iCalendarDesktop iCalendar Lite.exe"Desktop iCalendar Lite by Desksware - ""is a free desktop calendar for Windows. It allows you to manage your events
UDesktop iCalendarDesktop iCalendar.exe"Desktop iCalendar by Desksware - ""is a handy desktop calendar for Windows. It stays on your desktop and shows the days of the current month. It can sync with your Google Calendar
UDesktop iCalendar LiteDesktop iCalendar Lite.exe"Desktop iCalendar Lite by Desksware - ""is a free desktop calendar for Windows. It allows you to manage your events
UDesktop iCalendar Lite.exeDesktop iCalendar Lite.exe"Desktop iCalendar Lite by Desksware - ""is a free desktop calendar for Windows. It allows you to manage your events
UDesktop iCalendar.exeDesktop iCalendar.exe"Desktop iCalendar by Desksware - ""is a handy desktop calendar for Windows. It stays on your desktop and shows the days of the current month. It can sync with your Google Calendar
UDesktop Maestrodeskmech.exe"Part of Desktop Maestro from PC Tools - which ""combines the features of our award winning products
UDesktop Maestro Vista TrayRMTray.exe"Part of Desktop Maestro from PC Tools - which ""combines the features of our award winning products
NDesktop PlantAZARE10S.PLT"Vritual plant from here - this version is an Azalea
XDesktop Searchdesktop.exe"iSearch adware"
XDesktop Security 2010Desktop Security 2010.exe"Desktop Security 2010 rogue security software - not recommended
NDesktop Service CentreDSC.exeOptusNet DSL or Dial-Up connection software
NDesktop WeatherTHE WEATHER CHANNEL.exe"Desktop Weather by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature
NDesktop Weather 3THE WEATHER CHANNEL.exe"Desktop Weather 3 by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature
NDesktop Weather 3THEWEA~1.EXE"Desktop Weather 3 by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature
YDesktopArmorDesktopArmor.exe"Desktop Armor from Headlight Software - ""watches dozens and dozens of important settings on your computer and warns you if any program has changed them"" including those made by malware"
UDesktopIconToyDesktopIconToy.exe"""Desktop Icon Toy is an easy to use desktop icon enhancement tool
UDesktopMaestrodeskmech.exe"Part of Desktop Maestro from PC Tools - which ""combines the features of our award winning products
UDesktopMaestroRMTray.exe"Part of Desktop Maestro from PC Tools - which ""combines the features of our award winning products
Ndesktopmgrdesktopmgr.exe"Synchronisation manager for the cradles for the Research In Motion range of wireless handhelds
XDesktopUpdate"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
UDesktopXDESKTOPX.EXE"A program that replaces the regular Desktop and Taskbar
Xdestroyb11destroyb11.exe"Added by the DELF-KO TROJAN!"
Udetectidetect.exe"iNTERNET Turbo from Clasys Ltd. "It accelerates any Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP internet connection in seconds". If you find it helps your connectivity leave it enabled"
?detectturbodetect.exe"??"
NDetectordetector.exe"USB port detector for LG scanners. Sits in the System Tray
UDetectorAppDetectorApp.exe"Related to Roxio MyDVD (was Sonic) DVD authoring software"
?DevconDefaultDBREADREG"Appears to be related to older Creative Soundblaster soundcards"
XDevelopment Environmentdevenv.exe"Added by the DELBOT-AH WORM!"
UDEventAgenteventagt.exeDEvent Agent Module client - part of Dell OpenManage and used for server management. Only required if you use this
XDevice Configuration Loadermsdvc32.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
UDevice DetectorDevDetect.exe"ACDSee Auto Device Detector detects when a device is connected to your PC and gives you the option to acquire images from it automatically"
NDevice Detector 2DevDtct2.exe"Installed by various Olympus products
XDevice IO Systemdeviceio.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XDevice Managementwnsystem.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-LH WORM!"
XDevice Securitydvcsecure.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XDevice Security Driverdevicesec.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XDevice Security Managerdvcsecure.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
UDeviceDiscoveryhpotdd01.exe"Detection of new imaging
XDevicePathProyecto1.exe"Added by the GRUEL WORM!"
XDevicePathRoot.exe"Added by the GRUEL WORM!"
XDevicewin[path to trojan]"Added by the BANKER-AEV TROJAN!"
Xdfgfdgrergd[path to trojan]"Added by the RANKY.CK TROJAN!"
Xdgtstartdgtstart.exe"DigitalNames.g adware"
Ydhcpagntdhcpagnt.exeIntel DSL modem driver - leave enabled or you'll have to re-install the drivers
XDI2[path to file]"BroadcastPC adware"
Ndiagentdiagent.exeSystem Tray access for Creative Diagnostics for the Creative SoundBlaster series soundcards. Available via Start -> Programs
XDiagnosticdiagnostic.exe"Added by the ALPHA-C TROJAN!"
XDiagnostic Agentdiagent.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-CW WORM!"
UDialer Controldc.exe"Dialer-Control. Detects and protects from premium rate adult content diallers"
UDialer Detectdd.exe"DialerDetect detects stealth installed premium rate diallers
XDialNetmxt32.exeAdult content dialler
NDialog Box AssistantOSDEx.exe"Dialog Box Assistant from Duality Software. Helps with the standard Open and Save As dialog boxes by showing recently used files and folders"
XDialUp Network ApplicationRnaap.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XDieselRecalculate.exe"Added by the LAZAR TROJAN!"
UDietKDietK.exe"Diet Kazaa add-on for Kazaa Media Desktop - ""removes all adware and popups
XDigiDDigitalSound.exeAdware downloader
NDigiGuideCLIENT.EXETV guide and reminder
NDigiGuideclient01.exeTV guide and reminder
UDigisoft AntiDialerAntiDialer.exe"Digisoft AntiDialer"
NDigital Dashboarddevgulp.exeFor Compaq PC's. Loads Digital Dashboard options
NDigital Line DetectDLG.exeDetects whether your are plugged into a digital telephone line and displays the information graphically. Installed by Dell (and maybe others) and is included with all Connexant V.92 and Broadcom modems
YDigital Patrol Update 5update.exe"Digital Patrol - ""a powerful anti trojan scanner
XDigital Protectiondigprot.exe"Digital Protection rogue security software - not recommended
NDigital River eBotdownlo~1.exe"Digital River Systems EBOT for downloading software from their site. In some cases
XDigitalNamesDigitalNamesStart.exe"DigitalNames spyware variant"
NDigitalWizardISWizard.exe"InstallShield's DigitalWizard - free
NDigitalWizard MonitordwMon.exe"InstallShield's DigitalWizard - free
NDIGStreamdigstream.exe"DIGStream Cache Manager - part of ESPN Motion and Disney Motion that periodically check for new videos and indication they're available in the System Tray. Starting ESPN Motion/Disney Motion starts digstream automatically"
XDinstdinst.exe"IMIServer/IEPlugin adware"
XDirect settingssdchost.exe"Added by the DAEMONI-I TROJAN!"
UDirect UpdateDUControl.exe"DirectUpdate dynamic DNS updater"
XDirect X Direct3Ddxd3d.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XDirect X Opengldxopengl.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT-CJ WORM!"
Xdirect3d.exedirect3d.exe"Added by the CERTIF-F TROJAN!"
NDirectCDDirectCD.exeDirectCD primarily allows you to drag and drop files onto a suitably formatted CD-RW disc. Unless you use this on a frequent basis it isn't required and is available via Start -> Programs. Start the program before inserting a DirectCD formatted CD-RW in the drive. A re-boot is recommended if you close Adaptec DirectCD before re-opening it again later
XDirector Videobtnmgern.exe"Added by the MYTOB-KL WORM!"
YDirectory Opus Desktop Dblclkdopusrt.exe"Directory Opus - an advanced file manager. ""Directory Opus goes beyond the simple file manager metaphor
Xdirects.exedirects.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.O or BEAGLE.R or BEAGLE.S or BEAGLE.T WORMS!"
UDIRECTVDSLDirectvdsl.exeStarts DirectTV DSL modem at boot up. Can also be started manually
XDirectXddhelp32.exe"Added by the BIONET.318 TROJAN! Note - not the DirectX helper which is ddhelp.exe"
XdirectxDirectx.exe"Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!"
XdirectxSqlexploit.exe"Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!"
XDirectXDirectX.exe"Added by the BLAXE or LOGPOLE WORMS!"
XdirectxNTCmd.exe"Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!"
XdirectxPipeCmd.exe"Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!"
XDirectX 32directx32.exe"Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!"
XDirectX Driverstdhost.exe"Added by the SDBOT.GVJ BACKDOOR!"
XDirectX For Microsoft Windowsdtxservice.exe"Added by the PROGENT TROJAN!"
XDirectX for Microsoft WindowsFservice.exe"Added by the PRORAT TROJAN!"
XDirectX for Microsoft WindowsSservice.exe"Added by the PRORAT TROJAN!"
XDirectX For Microsoft® Windowsfservice.exe"Added by the PRORAT-P TROJAN!"
XDirectX For Microsoft® Windowsfservice.exe"Added by the PRORAT-L TROJAN!"
XDirectX shell driver[path to trojan]"Added by the MARKTMAN-B TROJAN!"
XDirectx Startup Driversdirect.exe"Added by the RBOT.UXL WORM!"
XDirectX Video Driverdxterm5.exe"Added by the WILAB-A TROJAN!"
XDirectX64DirectXset.exe"Added by the BROWNEY.A WORM!"
XDirectX9direct3d.exe"Added by the AGENT.EAK TROJAN!"
XDirectX9svchost32.exe"Added by the RBOT.AQG WORM!"
XDirectX9 Diagdx9diag.exe"Added by the RBOT-ALT WORM!"
NDisc DetectorCtNotify.exe"For Creative sound cards. Detects when you insert a CD
?disc detectorqnetquestnotifty.exe"??"
UDiscUpdateManagerDiscUpdMgr.exe"Disc Update Manager for Digital interactive's DISCover Console. Provider of on-demand video games"
NDiscUpdateManagerDiscUpdateMgr.exe"DISCover from Digital Interactive Systems Corporation Inc. ""The company's patented Drop 'n' Play technology provides a simple
UDiscWizardMonitor.exeDiscWizardMonitor.exe"Seagate DiscWizard - hard disk utility for Seagate's SATA and PATA (IDE) drives"
XDisk Defragmentation Loaderpmsvcr.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
XDisk Essensial Toolsdetsvc.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
XDisk Keeper[path to trojan]"Added by the SMALL-VE TROJAN!"
XDisk KeeperSECURITY.EXE"Daosearch adware"
XDisk Master[trojan name]"Added by the DISTER TROJAN! - a spam relayer"
XDisk Panel Configurationdpcsvc.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.BSQ BACKDOOR!"
XDisk Panel Setupnpcsvc.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
NDiskeeperSystrayDkIcon.exe"DisKeeper defragmentation software - can be started manually"
XDiskRetterSysRep.exe"DiskRetter
XDiskstartCode.exeAdult content dialler
XDiskstartcat.exeMS-Connect dialler
XDiskstarthit.exeAdult content dialler
XDiskstartSnt.exeAdult content dialler
UDiskSuiteaDSProcMngr.exe"Part of PC Tools Disk Suite from PC Tools - which ""is an all-in-one hard-disk management utility that integrates disk optimization
UDisk_MonitorDisk_Monitor.exe"Multi-media
XDispatcherdispatcher.exe"Added by the DLOADR-AS TROJAN!"
Xdispenterdispenter.exe"Added by the AGENT-MKK TROJAN!"
UdisplayThe_Eye.exe"ComSpySysSvr surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
NDisplay Settingshptasks.exe"Allows for the adjustment of the display for LCD screen
NDisplayTrayIconTrayIcon.exe"System Tray access to display properties for ABIT graphics cards. Unless you change your desktop resolution
XDist-FBGeneveGDC.exe"NettoyeurDePC French rogue privacy tool - not recommended. A member of the PCPrivacyTool family"
NDistiller Assistant 3.01DISTASST.EXEFrom Adobe. Creates PDF universal files for Acrobat Reader. Available via Start -> Programs
XDistributed File SystemDfsvc.exe"Added by the MYFIP.A or MYFIP.K WORMS!"
XDistributed File Systemkernel32dll.exe"Added by the MYFIP-C or MYFIP.K WORMS!"
XDistributed File Systemblade.exe"Added by the MYFIP.AC WORM!"
XDistributed File Systemwin.exe"Added by the MYFIP.AB WORM!"
XDistributed Link Trackingascvt.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-GH BACKDOOR!"
Udistributed.net clientDNETC.EXE"Dsitributed computing projects client from Distributed.net where numerous computers are used to share a projects workload - similar to SETI@Home and Folding@Home. Also prone to being distributed by viruses"
YDitdit.exe""Drive Icon and Label Utility" - assigns drive icons and names to flash memory cards. Required
XDitdit.exe"Added by the LAZAR-A TROJAN! Note - this is located in %System%"
NDiTask.exeDiTask.exe"Associated with an Eicon Networks ISDN or ADSL modem. System Tray icon which shows you the status of your lines (free
XDivX UpdaterDivX.Exe"Added by the NALDEM TROJAN or MASTAK VIRUS!"
?Dixons Insert DetectInsDetect.exe"Part of Dixons Picture Suite. Detects a digital camera is plugged into a USB port or when a memory card with photos is inserted?"
NDJRegFixregedit /s c:hpdjregfix.reg"DJRegFix showed up first in WinME as a ""clever"" way to ensure that all Hewlett-Packard DeskJet printers actually worked with WinME - since most were having major problems. This ""utility"" adds the functionality and compatibility HP forgot to add in its WinME drivers"
?DJSNetCNDJSNetCN.exe"""Symantec Licensing Detect Internet Connection""
Xdjtopr1150.exedjtopr1150.exe"WebRebates adware"
XDKTimedktime.exe"Added by the LUNII TROJAN!"
XDkware lptt01dkware.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""DonkeySoft"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
Ydlatfswctrl.exe"Drive letter access to a UDF packet writer for CD-RW - from HP
YDLADLACTRLW.EXE"Drive letter access to a UDF packet writer for CD-RW - from HP
YDLACTRLWDLACTRLW.EXE"Drive letter access to a UDF packet writer for CD-RW - from HP
YDLACTRLW.EXEDLACTRLW.EXE"Drive letter access to a UDF packet writer for CD-RW - from HP
NDlaTrayDlatray.exe"System Tray access to DLA - Drive letter access to HP's and Veritas' version of DirectCD. Does the same thing as DirectCD. From HP - ""This is a needed file as it controles the readability of the Combo drives. Without this file loading the end user will be able to burn CD's but wont be able to read them. The drive itself will be able to read store bought master Cd's without the file but not burnt ones"""
YDLBTCATS"rundll32 [path] DLBTtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLBUCATS"rundll32 [path] DLBUtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLBXCATS"rundll32 [path] DLBXtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCCCATS"rundll32 [path] DLCCtime.dll_RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCDCATS"rundll32 [path] DLCDtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCFCATS"rundll32 [path] DLCFtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCGCATS"rundll32 [path] DLCGtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCICATS"rundll32 [path] DLCItime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCJCATS"rundll32 [path] DLCJtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCQCATS"rundll32 [path] DLCQtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
YDLCXCATS"rundll32 [path] DLCXtime.dll _RunDLLEntry@16"
Udldtamondldtamon.exeDell AIO Printer V305 device monitor
Udldtmondldtmon.exeDell AIO Printer V305 device monitor
Udldtmon.exedldtmon.exeDell AIO Printer V305 device monitor
NDLHelperEXEWATCH.exeDownload helper distributed with some software that allows the software installation to redirect download locations. Not required once the installation is finished
Xdlhostdlhost.exe"Added by the EXPHOOK-A TROJAN!"
XDLINK dfe drivers for Windows NTwindfe.exe"Added by the RANDEX.AK WORM!"
UDLink System Traydlnetst.exe"Related to D-Link DGE-530T PCI card for servers and workstations"
XDlitedllmanager.exe"Added by the WOOTBOT.DN WORM!"
XDll Boot Loader on Startup (do not remove this)[various filenames]Added by an unidentified TROJAN!
XDll Linksvchoist.exe"Added by the AUTOSKY WORM!"
XDll Linksvchost.exe"Added by the AUTOSKY WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in Documents and Settings\<User>\Favourites folder"
XDLL Service Manager[path to worm]"Added by the RPCBOT.F TROJAN!"
XDLL32dllhost.dll"Added by the SUCLOVE.A WORM!"
Xdlldmtdlldmt.exe"Added by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!"
XDllExecutable[path to file]"Added by the VB-SP WORM!"
XDLLHostdllhst.exe"Added by the DELBOT-AC WORM!"
XDllHostdllhost.exe"Added by the PROSTI.AA BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate dllhost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\Inf"
Xdllhostxp.exedllhostxp.exeBrowser hijacker and adware downloader
XDLLUPDATE32dllupdate32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.IA WORM!"
YDLO AgentDLOClientu.exe"Part of the backup suites from VERITAS - Backup Exec and NetBackup. Both have now been replaced by their Symantec equivalents since they acquired VERITAS in 2005"
?DLTdlt.exe"??"
UDMHotKeyDMLoader.exeHotKey access to the Samsung Display Manager on laptops and ultra-mobiles that support it - such as the M55 and Q1
Xdmtdlldmtdll.exe"Added by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!"
UDmwClientdmwclient.exe"DMW ""anti-cheating"" software for online gaming"
Xdm[3 random letters].exedm[3 random letters].exe"Added by the RUINDEM TROJAN!"
Xdm_service[path to file]"Added by the MITGLIEDER.P TROJAN!"
NDNAbtdna.exe"""BitTorrent DNA is a FREE content delivery service based on the BitTorrent protocol which brings the power of user-contributed bandwidth to traditional content publishers while leaving publishers in full control of their files"". Now a stand-alone product where the user creates the download
Xdnamd140113.a.Stub.EXE"Added by the STUB_A TROJAN!"
YDNE Binding Watchdog"rundll dnes.dll DnDneCheckBindings"
YDNE DUN Watchdog"rundll dnes.dll DnDneCheckDUN13"
?DNS2GoClientdns2goclient.exe"DNS2Go is a Domain Name System that will make your computer accessible anytime
XDnsCacheWscript.exe dns_cache.vbs"Added by the AUTORUN-AWI WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""dns_cache.vbs"" file is located in %System%"
XDNSCacheBoostdnsping.exe"Added by the DNSBUST-A TROJAN!"
XDocTorDoctor.exe"Added by the DOTOR.A WORM!"
XDoctor Antivirus 2008antvr.exe"Doctor Antivirus 2008 rogue security software - not recommended
NDocuMagix InitPWATCH.EXE"PaperMaster is an application for the PC designed to automate the process of organizing
UDocument Managerdocmgr.exe"Wave Systems Corp. Document Manager - ""provides secure storage and management capabilities for file and folder level encryption"""
XDoggy StyleMsPMSPSd.exe"Added by the SDBOT-AAP WORM!"
XDOGStartGSDOGST.EXE"Added by an unidentified VIRUS
Xdoit.exedoit.exe"Added by the FORBOT-EK WORM!"
XDokterFixSysRep.exe"DokterFix
UDon't Panicdontpanicdemodp.exe"30-day trial version of Don't Panic privacy software from Panicware. "Clean up Internet tracks and quickly hide personal documents with this privacy suite.""
UDon't Panic Pop-Up Stopperdpps2.exe"Pop-Up Stopper Companion from Panicware. Pop-up blocker integrated into the IE toolbar. Note that the Pro version doesn't load in startup as it is installed as an Internet Explorer toolbar. Can cause problems with IE if you use WinXP and uninstall Service Pack 1. Uninstalling the software leaves it in the startup group"
UDon't Panic!DP.EXE"Don't Panic! privacy software from Panicware. ""Clean up Internet tracks and quickly hide personal documents with this privacy suite"""
XDontworrymysaym.exe"Added by the SDBOT-RC WORM!"
XDos Prompt Loadercygwin.exe"Added by the SDBOT-VV WORM!"
?Dosbat??"??"
XDot1XCfgDot1XCfg.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.EA TROJAN!"
UDoubleDesktopdd.exe"""DoubleDesktop is a smart and elegant system tray utility that effectively doubles the width of your Windows desktop"""
NDoUWantItduwi.exeDoUWantIt - online shopping assistant. Start it manually
Xdown[trojan filename]"Added by the SMALL-QJ TROJAN!"
NDownload Accelerator Manager Free Editiondam.exe"Download Accelerator Manager Free Edition from Tensons Corp"
NDownload Accelerator Plus 5.0DAP.exe"Download Accelerator Plus from Speedbit. Download manager for resuming downloads
NDownloadAcceleratorDAP.EXE"Download Accelerator Plus from Speedbit. Download manager for resuming downloads
XDownxzDownxz.bat"Added by the MYDOOM.W WORM"
YDpAgentdpagent.exe"Part of the DigitalPersona range of fingerprint authentication applications - which are use to replace passwords with fingerprint recognition. Included on some Dell laptop models (such as the Vostro 1720) for example"
NDPAgntDPAgnt.exe"digitalPersona fingerprint scanner"
YDPASDPASNT.exe"DefenderPro AntiSpy spyware remover - now incorporated Defender Pro 15-in-1 and 5-in-1"
YDPASUpdateDPASAutoUpdate.exe"Automatic updates for DefenderPro AntiSpy spyware remover - now incorporated Defender Pro 15-in-1 and 5-in-1"
YDPCProxyLoadOnStartupdpcstart.exe"DirecWay from DirectTV (now HughesNet) - satellite based high-speed internet access"
YDpcstartdpcstart.exe"DirecWay from DirectTV (now HughesNet) - satellite based high-speed internet access"
Ndptrackerdptracker.exe"CamTrack webcam software that enhances the way people video chat"
UDpUtilTEDTray.exe"Main executable for TOSHIBA DualPoint Utility Main Module. It is a system tray icon program that provides configuration options for dual pointing device"
XdpzProtectn.vbe"Added by the RUNAUTO.H WORM!"
XDR service[path to worm]"Added by the RBOT-CZT WORM!"
NDrag'n'Drop_AutolaunchAutolaunch.exe"Iomega HotBurn - CD-RW burning software"
NDrag-to-DiscDrgToDsc.exe"System Tray access to Roxio Drag-to-Disc - part of the Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator and Easy Media Creator series of CD/DVD tools. ""Easily drag and drop files for burning to CD or DVD. Disc formatting and burning will happen automatically"". Not required for Roxio to work properly and available via the Start menu"
NDragnDrop_AutolaunchAutolaunch.exe"Iomega HotBurn - CD-RW burning software"
XDRam Monitor 23tskman3.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XDRam prosessorWindowsUpdate.exe"Added by the RBOT-BBZ WORM!"
XDRam prosessormsupdate.exe"Added by the DELF-FAW TROJAN!"
XDRam rar procwinupdaterar.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
XDRam rare procupdaterarwin.exe"Added by the RBOT-GQW WORM!"
XDrAntispyDrAntispy.exe"DrAntiSpy rogue security software - not recommended"
XDrCacheMSTDC.EXE"Added by the BDOOR-JM BACKDOOR!"
NDrgToDscDrgToDsc.exe"System Tray access to Roxio Drag-to-Disc - part of the Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator and Easy Media Creator series of CD/DVD tools. ""Easily drag and drop files for burning to CD or DVD. Disc formatting and burning will happen automatically"". Not required for Roxio to work properly and available via the Start menu"
Xdrin[path to trojan]"Added by the SMALL.DPB TROJAN!"
XDrivergbot.exe"Added by the JUNTADOR.K TROJAN!"
XDriverChecksvchost.exe"Added by the DELF-KR TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""DriverLoad"" sub-directory of the Root folder (C:\)
XDriverLoadsvchost.exe"Added by the DELF-KR TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""DriverLoad"" sub-directory of the Root folder (C:\)
XDriverModulecsrnvrt.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.I TROJAN!"
XDriverPathsystem32.exe"Added by the PRORAT-S TROJAN!"
XDrivers for Internet Exploreraccesweb.exe"Added by the STARTPAGE.FW TROJAN!"
NDriveSelectdriveselect.exe"DVD X Copy XPress by 321 Studios. Creates a pop-up at Windows startup that asks for the DVD drive to be selected. Available via Start -> Programs"
XDriveSystemmaxpaynowti1.exe"Added by the TIBS.AZT TROJAN!"
UdRMON SmartAgentSmartAgt.exe"Part of the network monitoring program group for 3Com NIC cards. See here for more info"
Xdrmsrv32stmhosts.exe"Added by the AGENT.AGWU TROJAN!"
XDropSpam Lifestyledslifestyle.exe"Dropspam adware"
XDrProtectionDrProtection.exe"DrProtection rogue security software - not recommended"
?DrvListnrDrvListnr.exe"Analog Devices SoundMAX soundcard related. What does it do and is it required?"
Xdrvnetwdrvnetw.exe"Added by the BROGGER-B TROJAN!"
XDrvStartHPMedia.exe"Added by the BANCBAN-QE TROJAN!"
Xdrvsyskithidr.exe"Added by the BAGLE.HR WORM!"
Xdrvsyskithldrrr.exe"Added by the BAGLE.QU TROJAN!"
Xdrv_st_keyhidn.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.FF WORM!"
XDrWatsondrwatson_.exe"Added by the LOHAV-S TROJAN!"
XDrWatsondrwatson_32.exe"Added by the LOHAV-S TROJAN!"
XDrWeb AntivirusDRWEBAV.EXEAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XDSAcass[path to file]"Added by the RANKY.M TROJAN!"
Udscactivatedsca.exeDell Support Agent offers additional support and update features for your Dell computer or laptop
NDSentryDSentry.exe"Anti-spyware from Dell. Seems that after Dell found out certain applications being installed from DVD's would report back information about what customers were watching
XDskcompatDskcompat.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
XDSKEY[path to trojan]"Added by the STARTER-G TROJAN!"
NDSL Monitorspdstrm.exeComes with Efficient Networks DSL Modems. Little red/green/yellow flashing icon in system tray
YDSLagentexeDSLagent.exe"Used in conjunction with USB connected ADSL modems from Eicon Networks (as used by BT for its Broadband internet service for example). Required for a permanent ADSL connection"
UDSLSTATEXEdslstat.exeSystem tray connection status for ADSL modems from Eicon Networks (as used by BT Broadband for example)
XDsmSermsmpatch.exe"Added by the SERFLOG.B WORM!"
XDsplObjectswindspl.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.DN WORM!"
XDSSdssagent.exe"Registration reminder for Mattel Interactive (Broderbund) applications and games. Spyware as it sends encrypted emails about the system back to the originators of the program. Also a resource hog. See here for more info"
XDSS[path to trojan]"Added by the DSSDOOR-C TROJAN!"
Xdstiosysplsitctl.exe"Added by the MAILBOT-BX TROJAN!"
XDSystemDriverwindrv.exe"Added by the DELF.WG TROJAN!"
UDT 11Mbps WLAN PC Card StationDTCARDMonitor.exe11Mbps PC Card based wireless LAN connection monitor - possibly from Deutsche Telekom
UDT 11Mbps WLAN USB StationDTUSBMonitor.exe11Mbps USB based wireless LAN connection monitor - possibly from Deutsche Telekom
UDT HPWDTHtml.exe"HP My Display from HP. Rebranded version of Display Tune from Portrait Displays
UDT TaskDTHtml.exe"Display Tune from Portrait Displays
NDTAgentDTAgent.exe"System Tray access to DAEMON Tools Pro from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDTliteDTlite.exe"Daemon Tools Lite from DT Soft Ltd - used to create an image of a CD/DVD/Blu-ray disc and mount the created image-file (.iso
NDU MeterDUMETER.EXE"Hagel Technologies internet bandwidth monitor"
UDualCoreCenterStartUpDualCoreCenter.exe"Unified control center for overclocking both the graphics card and the CPU
?Duane Reade Insert DetectInsDetect.exe"Part of Duane Read Picture Suite & Digital Image Pack. Detects a digital camera is plugged into a USB port or when a memory card with photos is inserted?"
NDulux WeatherShield WeatherDeskweather.exe"Dulux WeatherShield WeatherDesk - latest weather information from across Australia"
XDumeter Servicesdumeter.exe"Added by the SDBOT-AEQ WORM!"
XDuweculeyyujixit.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BRP WORM!"
UDVD Device Lock for Win95/98/Me/2k/XPDDLAgent.exe"Loads Hide and Protect any Drives - which ""can be used to restrict read or write access to removable media devices such as CD
Ndvd43DVD43_Tray.exe"DVD43 is ""a small tool that integrates into Windows and overrides CSS copy-protection found on DVD movies"""
?DVDAgentDVDAgent.exe"Found on the HP Touchsmart range of desktops and notebooks. What does it do and is it required?"
UDVDBitSetDVDBitSet.exeDVD+RW Drive/Disc Compatibility Setting. Installed with HP DVD+RW drives to enhance compatibility with existing readers. You can also set a DVD+RW default drive write mode which is always used
XDvdcompatDvdcompat.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
NDVDSentryDSentry.exe"Anti-spyware from Dell. Seems that after Dell found out certain applications being installed from DVD's would report back information about what customers were watching
NDVDTrayDVDTray.exeHP CD/DVD Tray icon installed with the DVD writer software. Periodically checks for new drive firmware
NDVDXGhostDVDGhost.EXE"DVD Ghost - ""utility to make your software DVD players and DVD copy/backup softwares restriction-free
YDvpInitExeDvpinit.exe"Command Antivirus related"
YdvprptDvprpt.exe"Command Antivirus related"
NDW4Weather.exe"Desktop Weather 4 by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature
NDW4DesktopWeather.exe"Desktop Weather 4 by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature
NDW6DesktopWeather.exe"Desktop Weather 6 by The Weather Channel - provides current temperature
UDWHeartbeatMonitorDWHeartbeatMonitor.exeDWHeartbeatMonitor.exe is installed alongside the Weather.com instant messaging utility. This is a non-essential process. Disabling or enabling this is down to user preference
NDwlClientsupport.exeDownload manager for Dell support alerts
UDWQueuedReportingdwtrig20.exe"Used to launch Microsoft Error Reporting (DW20.exe) - if
NdwStartFireWall.exe"The Shield firewall from pcsecurityshield.com. Not recommended by some (see here) and there are better free alternatives out there such as Zone Alarm. Located in %ProgramFiles%\PCSecurityShield\The Shield Firewall"
Udwtrig20dwtrig20.exe"Used to launch Microsoft Error Reporting (DW20.exe) - if
XDW_Startrwwnw64d.exeIdentified as a variant of the AdWare.Win32.ZenoSearch.am malware
XDx8compatDx8compat.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
Xdxdll32ntxdll.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.CPX WORM!"
NDXM6Patch_981116p_981116.exe"Win32 cabinet self extractor. More info here"
XDxstyDxsty.exe"Added by the GEMA TROJAN!"
XDxupdate.exeDxupdate.exe"Added by the MAFEG WORM!"
XDyFuCAoptimize.exe"Adult content dialler - see here"
XDyFuCA Active Alertactalert.exe"Adult content dialler - see here"
XDynamic Dns Binarydynitora.exe"Added by the RBOT-WT WORM!"
UDynDNS UpdaterDynDNS.exe"Dynamic DNS IP address updater tool
NDynDNS-Updater Traytoolddutray.exe"DynDNS updater tray icon - allows easy configuration of the Dynamic DNSSM service. Can be run manually"
XDynHttp Dns Binarydynizari.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
UDynSiteDynSite.exe"DynSite - dynamic DNS client
UDynu Basic Clientdynubas.exe"Dynu online dynamic IP update client. Useful when using a dial up modem"
UD_V_Tdvt.exe"DICOM Validation Tool - ""DICOM is increasingly being used as the standard communication mechanism when integrating various medical products in a hospital environment"""
?D_V_Tdvt.exe"Installation could be a crack/hack to NOD32 - see here. Seen and removed in many logs. Investigate it further and if the file C:\d_v_t.reg is present then it should be fixed. Not to be confused with the DICOM entry here"
NE-Color RegistrationSonnReg.exe"Registration for Colorific® and 3Deep® monitor calibration sofware from E-Color. Now superseded by ColorWizzard™ and 3DxWizzard™"
Ue-Surveiller Stationestation.exe"ESurveiller - surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
UE06DXLRD_7604703EDICT.EXE"Related to Microsoft Encarta dictionary functions"
NE6TaskPanelTaskPanl.exe"Earthlink Task Panel - part of Earthlink TotalAccess 2003 internet access software. Quick access to internet
?Eac_rnvdlANTIVIRUS_INSTALL.EXE"??"
YEAFRCliStartEAFRCliStart.exe"Related to Encryption Anywhere hard disk encryption products from GuardianEdge"
UEanthologyAppEANTHO~1.EXE"eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended
UEanthologyAppeanthology.exe"eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended
Ueanthology_install.exeeanthology_install.exe"eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended
Ueanth_critical_update_alertsys_alert.exe"eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended
Ueanth_critical_update_alertEANTHO~1.EXE"eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related - previously not recommended (see here). It has now been delisted
Ueanth_system_patchersys_alert.exe"eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended
NEapcisetupsbsetup.exeRockwell RipTide soundcard application software. Sound works without it
NEAPCISETUPwizard.exePart of the Creative Sounblaster PIC Installation Wizard. Probably left as a result of a failed installation
YEarthlink Protection Control Centerelnk_pcc.exe"EarthLink Protection Control Center - ""powerful
NEarthLink ToolBar 5.0etoolbar.exe"EarthLink Toolbar is a tool to help you get to all of the resources of the internet. EarthLink 5.0 Setup adds a few basic buttons to the Toolbar
NEasy CD CreatorRoxAssist.exe"Roxio Assistant is designed to correct engine initialization errors in Easy CD & DVD Creator 6. If the engine does not initialize
NEasy Start Buttonesb.exeProvides functionality on certain laptops that have additional keys. Not required unless you use the extra keys
UEasy-PrintToolBoxBJPSMAIN.EXEA utility to launch the applications that are bundled with a Canon bubblejet printer
XEasyDatesEasyDates.exePremium rate adult content dialler
XEasyDates_gbEasyDates_gb.exe"""Edate-A"" premium rate adult content dialler"
XEasyDates_nlEasyDates_nl.exeAdult content dialler
UEasyLinkAdvisorLinksysAgent.exe"Linksys EasyLink Advisor - ""the free application that provides and easy way to setup
NEasyNetworkMcENUI.exe"McAfee's EasyNetwork user interface - ""enables secure file sharing
XEasySearchBarESBUpdate.exeEasySearchBar adware downloader
UEasySync Pro - 3CmPlmAutoDet.exe"3Com Palm PC specific translator for IBM® Lotus® EasySync® Pro - ""a personal productivity solution that provides data synchronization between your IBM Lotus Notes® desktop and handheld devices running PalmOS and Windows CE/Pocket PC operating systems"""
UEasySync Pro - LtNts4NtsAgent.exe"Lotus Notes 4 specific translator for IBM® Lotus® EasySync® Pro - ""a personal productivity solution that provides data synchronization between your IBM Lotus Notes® desktop and handheld devices running PalmOS and Windows CE/Pocket PC operating systems"""
UEasySync Pro - PocketPCAUTODE~1.EXE"Windows Mobile Pocket PC specific translator for IBM® Lotus® EasySync® Pro - ""a personal productivity solution that provides data synchronization between your IBM Lotus Notes® desktop and handheld devices running PalmOS and Windows CE/Pocket PC operating systems"""
UEasySync Pro - PocketPCAutoDetect.exe"Windows Mobile Pocket PC specific translator for IBM® Lotus® EasySync® Pro - ""a personal productivity solution that provides data synchronization between your IBM Lotus Notes® desktop and handheld devices running PalmOS and Windows CE/Pocket PC operating systems"""
UEasyTuneIIIEasyTune.exeTuning (overclocking) utility for Gigabyte motherboards. Shortcut available
UEasyTuneIVET4Tray.exeTuning (overclocking) utility for Gigabyte motherboards. Shortcut available
UEasyTuneVGUI.exeTuning (overclocking) utility for Gigabyte motherboards. Shortcut available
XEbatesMoeMoneyMakerwjview ...Code"Ebates adware"
XEbatesMoeMoneyMaker0EbatesMoeMoneyMaker0.exe"Ebates adware"
XeBay ToolbarEBAYTBAR.EXE"eBay Toolbar - reportes as spyware as it "phones home""
UeBayToolbareBayTBDaemon.exe"eBay toolabar related - also contains eBay account Guard which monitors for fraudulent eBay sites"
Xebmmmebatesmmmv.exe"Ebates adware"
NeBotDownloadWizard.exe"eBot from Digital River - ""helps ensure your computer always has the latest technology
UECentergtb.exeDell E-Center/Google Toolbar related
NECenterEULALauncher.exeEnd User License Agreement (EULA) launcher - related to Dell E-Center/Google Toolbar
UeDataSecurity LoadereDSloader.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. ""Acer eDataSecurity Management is a handy file encryption utility that protects files from being accessed by unauthorized persons
Nedexteredexter.exe"eDexter supplements internet filtering by substituting local images for filtered images in order to prevent browser stalls and other annoyances. Can be activated manually when starting the browser"
Xeditpadeditpad.exe"Added by the CONSPER-B TROJAN!"
NEDLoaderDTLoader.exeEffective Desktop from MiniStars Software - desktop management software no longer being supported
UEDRestore??"Set Point from Easy Desk Software - ""small utility that automatically sets System Restore points for WinME/XP"""
Xeducational writer[random filename]"Added by the RBOT-LZ WORM!"
XEdzy AntiVirusdppsfa.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
NEEventManagerEEventManager.exe"Part of the Epson Creativity Suite supplied with their multi-function printer/scanners
XEfata[random 5 characters].exe"Added by the FLUKAN-D WORM!"
UeFax 4.1J2GTray.exe"System Tray access to version 4.1 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
UeFax 4.2J2GTray.exe"System Tray access to version 4.2 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
UeFax 4.3J2GTray.exe"System Tray access to version 4.3 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
UeFax 4.4J2GTray.exe"System Tray access to version 4.4 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
NeFax Tray MenuHotTray.exe"eFax Messenger Tray Menu system tray icon for eFax Messenger Plus. Available via Start -> Programs. Disabling instructions available here"
UeFax Tray MenuJ2GTray.exe"System Tray access to eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
UeFax Tray Menu 3.3J2GTray.exe"System Tray access to version 3.3 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
UeFax Tray Menu 3.5J2GTray.exe"System Tray access to version 3.5 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
UeFax Tray Menu 4.0J2GTray.exe"System Tray access to version 4.0 of eFax Messenger from j2 Global Communications
NeFax.com Tray MenuHotTray.exe"eFax Messenger Tray Menu system tray icon for eFax Messenger Plus. Available via Start -> Programs. Disabling instructions available here"
Xefaxs lptt01efaxs.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""efaxs"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
UEFI Hot Foldershffw.exe"""EFI Hot Folders improves productivity by simplifying the printing of PostScript and PDF files into a select
UEFI Job Monitor"[path] efjm.dllrun"
NEgisTecLiveUpdateEgisUpdate.exe"Software updater for biometric and data encryption products from EgisTec Inc"
UehTrayehtray.exe"Media Center Tray Applet - part of Windows Media Center on XP MCE
UehTray.exeehTray.exe"Media Center Tray Applet - part of Windows Media Center on XP MCE
UEicon NetworksLAN_DAEMONwatch.exe"Associated with an Eicon Networks ISDN or ADSL modem. Watch protocols your connection with numbers and duration. You need callvu.exe (from Start Menu) to see your connection statistics. You can manually start watch.exe before you go online. Needs diinfo.exe (started by DiTask) to work correctly which can be started manually"
UEicon TechnologyLAN_DAEMONwatch.exe"Associated with an Eicon Networks ISDN or ADSL modem. Watch protocols your connection with numbers and duration. You need callvu.exe (from Start Menu) to see your connection statistics. You can manually start watch.exe before you go online. Needs diinfo.exe (started by DiTask) to work correctly which can be started manually"
Xeixfichina.bat"Added by the WCUP.A WORM!"
UELBERTRicoh_S2PScan2pc.exeScan to PC application for the scanning function of the Ricoh MFP Type 104 multifunction printer
UELBERT_S2PScan2pc.exeScan to PC application for the scanning function of the Samsung SCX-5x30 Series multifunction printers
UElectron MicroscopeEMIII.exe"Electron Microscope or EM - is a program used to track Stanford's distributed computing program client called Folding at Home
XElementElement.txt"Added by the ELEM TROJAN!"
Xelement furth[path] repcale.exe [path] palsp.exe"Added by a variant of the RANDON.AN WORM! Both files are often located in %System%\vert"
UeLerteLert.exe"eLert Emergency Notification System by Kennected Software - ""is an internet based public notification system designed to get emergency and non-emergency information out to the public quickly
Xelitemediaelitemediapop.exe"Added by the LOWZONE-BB TROJAN! Also known as Elitebar/EliteToolbar/EliteSidebar adware"
XEliteProtectorEliteProtector.exe"EliteProtector rogue spyware remover - not recommended
?ElkCtrlElkCtrl.exeEntry added when you install versions of the Logitech QuickCam webcam software. It's exact purpose is unknown at the present time
UELSA WINman SuiteWinmsuit.exe"Allows you to totally customize your ELSA graphics card settings
YElsaCapiCtlRcapi.exe"Assumed to stand for Remote Common Application Programming Interface (RCAPI)
UELSAChipGuardelsavect.exe"ChipGuard for ELSA graphics cards - monitoring solution which monitors both the GPU temperature and fan speed
YEmail Protectionemlproxy.exe"AntiVirus Quick Heal - E-mail protection"
UEMBASSY Trust Suite Secure UpdateAutoUpdate.exe"Updates for Wave Systems Corp. Embassy Trust Suite - ""delivers advanced levels of security to the client PC using the TPM security chip found on most enterprise PCs today"""
XeMCryT Sh3ars Panagers[path to worm]"Added by the RBOT-AWI WORM!"
UEMMeterEMMeter.exe"""Express Meter lets you track and manage software usage so you can avoid purchasing and supporting applications that aren't being used
Xempine121307.Stub.exe"Delfin Media Viewer adware related"
?Empowering Technology LaunchereAPLauncher.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. What does it do and is it required?"
?EmpoweringTechnologyFramework.Launcher.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. What does it do and is it required?"
YEmsisoft Anti-Malwarea2guard.exe"System Tray access to and Anti-Malware Guard feature of Emsisoft Anti-Malware from Emsi Software GmbH - which provides ""comprehensive PC protection against viruses
NeMuleAutoStartemule.exe"eMule - ""one of the biggest and most reliable peer-to-peer file sharing clients around the world. Thanks to it's open source policy many developers are able to contribute to the project
NeMusicClient SystrayeMusicClient.exe"eMusic MP3 download software"
NEN4060C Taskbaren4060ct.exeComes with Efficient Networks DSL Modems. Little red/green/yellow flashing icon in system tray
?encapsulated command toolwintr.com"??"
NEncarta Dictionary QuickshelfQSHLFED.EXE"Provides quick access to Encarta's Dictionary features?"
NENCMONITORmonitor.exeThe Encompass Monitor. This program is the Connect Direct Program. It is more trouble than it is worth and few use it
NEncoder AgentWMENCAGT.EXE"MS Windows Media Encoder
UEncompass_ENCMONTRENCMONTR.EXEOptional simple browser from Yahoo (Encompass)
YEngUtilEngUtil.exe"Part of the Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator and Easy Media Creator series of CD/DVD tools - corrects any modification made to the Roxio Engine
XEnh Win Updtenhupdt.exe"Adware - detected by Kaspersky as the ONECLICKNETSEARCH.H TROJAN!"
NEnigmaPopupStopEnigmaPopupStop.exe"Part of Enigma SpyHunter - not recommended
UEnsoniqMixerstarter.exe"Puts the Ensoniq mixer in system tray. From Ensoniq Technologies ""Our mixer is a critical part of the soundcard as it fixes sound problems and replaces the MS mixer which can no longer be used"". If you find you don't need it - try one of the solutions on this special page. Similar to Creative PCI Audio Configuration Utility"
UEntbloess 2Entbloess2.exe"Related to Window-Switcher (now Reflex Vision) - it allows you to see previews of all your open applications via a single keystroke in a manner similar to Apple's Exposé
UEnterprise HarmonyrsMenu.exe"Enterprise Harmony 99 for CASIO - synchronization software for use with Microsoft® Outlook 97/98/2000"
UEnterprise Harmony '99rsMenu.exe"Enterprise Harmony 99 for CASIO - synchronization software for use with Microsoft® Outlook 97/98/2000"
XEnterprise SuiteWE[random characters].exe"Enterprise Suite rogue security software - not recommended
UEnterra Icon KeeperIcnKeepr.exe"Icon Keeper - ""tool to save and restore icon positions on the desktop"""
XEntraOcio"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
XEnumerate Servicewsys.exe"Added by the MANIFEST TROJAN!"
UEPGServiceToolEPGClient.exe"Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) for the WinTV range of TV Tuners from Hauppauge"
UEPGServiceToolEPGCLI~1.EXE"Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) for the WinTV range of TV Tuners from Hauppauge"
UePowerManagementePM.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. ""Acer ePower Management is a straightforward interface that allows users to select from pre-configured power usage profiles
NePrint 3.0 ServiceEPRINT3.EXE"LEADTOOLS ePrint file conversion software - ""convert any file to and from over 150 document and image formats including searchable PDF
NePrint 4.0 ServiceEPRINT4.EXE"A component of the ""LEADTOOLS ePrint File Conversion Software - Convert ANY file to and from over 150 document and image formats including searchable PDF
UePrompterePrompter.exe"ePrompter - E-mail notification software"
NEPSON Background MonitorSTMS.EXESupposed to keep an Epson printer ready for quick printing. Users report little difference whether it is on or not
UEPSON CardMonitorEPSON CardMonitor1.0.exeMonitors the PCMCIA memory card slot on EPSON cameras and printers and launches PhotoStarter or PhotoPrint
UEPSON PictureMate DeluxeE_FATI9TA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the PictureMate Deluxe compact photo printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Status Monitor 3E_[various].EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for their range of printer and AIO devices - for monitoring printer status
NEPSON Status Monitor 3 Environment Checke_srcv03.exeAccording to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
NEPSON Status Monitor 3 Environment Checke_srcv02.exeAccording to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
NEPSON Status Monitor 3 Environment Check 2e_srcv03.exeAccording to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
NEPSON Status Monitor 3 Environment Check 2e_srcv02.exeAccording to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
UEPSON Stylus C120 SeriesE_FATICCA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C120 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C40 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C40 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C41 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C41 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C42 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C42 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C43 SeriesE_S08IC1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C43 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C43 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C43 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C44 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C44 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C45 SeriesE_S4I3T1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C45 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C46 SeriesE_S4I0T1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C46 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C48 SeriesE_S4I091.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C48 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C60 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C60 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C61 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C61 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEpson Stylus C62 SeriesE-S0BIC1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C62 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C62 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C62 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C63 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C63 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C64 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C64 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C64 SeriesE_S4I2C1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C64 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C66 SeriesE_S4I0S2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C66 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C67 SeriesE_FATIAAL.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C67 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEpson Stylus C82 SeriesE_S0HIC1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C82 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C82 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C82 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C84 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C84 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C84 SeriesE_S4I2D1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C84 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus C87 SeriesE_FATIABL.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus C87 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX2900 SeriesE_FATIBFP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX2900 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX3100E_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3100 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX3200E_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3200 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX3500 SeriesE_FATI9 BL.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX3600 SeriesE_FATI9BE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX3700 SeriesE_FATIACP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3700 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX3800 SeriesE_FATIACA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX3900 SeriesE_FATIBEP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX3900 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX4200 SeriesE_FATIAEA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX4500 SeriesE_FATI9AP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX4600 SeriesE_FATI9AA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX4700 SeriesE_FATIADL.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4700 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX4800 SeriesE_FATIADA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX4800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX5000 SeriesE_FATIBVA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX5400E_S4I2G1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5400 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX5500 SeriesE_FATICAP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX5500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX6000 SeriesE_FATIBIA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX6500 SeriesE_FATI9EP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX6600 SeriesE_FATI9EE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX6600 SeriesE_FATI9EA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX6600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX7000F SeriesE_FATIBKA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX7000F Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX7400 SeriesE_FATICDA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX7400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX7800 SeriesE_FATIAFA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX7800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX8300 SeriesE_FATICEP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX8300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX8400 SeriesE_FATICEA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX8400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX9300F SeriesE_FATICFP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX9300F Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus CX9400Fax SeriesE_FATICFA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus CX9400Fax Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus D68 SeriesE_FATIAAE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus D68 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus D78 SeriesE_FATIBGE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus D78 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus D88 SeriesE_FATIABE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus D88 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX3800 SeriesE_FATIACE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX3800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX4000 SeriesE_FATIBEE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX4000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX4400 SeriesE_FATICAE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX4400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX4800 SeriesE_FATIADE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX4800 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX5000 SeriesE_FATIBVE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX5000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX6000 SeriesE_FATIBIE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX6000 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX7000F SeriesE_FATIBKE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX7000F Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX7400 SeriesE_FATICDE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX7400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus DX8400 SeriesE_FATICEE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus DX8400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo 1400 SeriesE_FATIBUA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo 1400 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo 2200E_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo 2200 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo 825E_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo 825 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo 925E_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo 925 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R1800E_FATI9LA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R1800 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R200 SeriesE_S4I0H2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R220 SeriesE_S6I2I1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R220 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R220 SeriesE_FATIAIE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R220 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R240 SeriesE_FATIAHE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R240 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R2400E_FATI9SA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R2400 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R2400E_FATI9SE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R2400 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R260 SeriesE_FATIBNA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R260 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R280 SeriesE_FATICKA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R280 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R285 SeriesE_FATICKE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R285 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R300 SeriesE_S4I2F1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R300 SeriesE_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R300 SeriesE_S4I0F2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R300 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R320 SeriesE_FATI9FA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R320 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R340 SeriesE_FATIAJE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R340 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R380 SeriesE_FATIBOA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R380 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo R800E_FATI9YE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo R800 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX420 SeriesE_FATI9CE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX420 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX430 SeriesE_FATI9CP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX430 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX500E_S4I2K1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX530 SeriesE_FATIAGP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX530 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX600E_S4I2M1.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX600 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX640 SeriesE_FATIAME.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX640 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX680 SeriesE_FATICJA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX680 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Photo RX700 SeriesE_FATI9IA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Photo RX700 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Pro 4000E_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Pro 4000 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus Pro 7600E_S10IC2.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus Pro 7600 printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON Stylus SX200 SeriesE_FATIEFE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the Stylus SX200 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON SX100 SeriesE_FATIEDE.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the SX100 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON TX100 SeriesE_FATIEDP.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the TX100 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON WorkForce 30 SeriesE_FATIEEA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the WorkForce 30 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON WorkForce 500 SeriesE_FATIEQA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the WorkForce 500 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEPSON WorkForce 600 SeriesE_FATIEKA.EXE"Epson Status Monitor 3 for the WorkForce 600 Series printer - for monitoring printer status
UEpsonPhotoStarterEPSON_PhotoStarter.exeOnly needed if you want to make full use of the capabilities of an Epson printer that included this
XEptrnopdb.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XEQArticleEQArticle.exe"EQArticle adware"
UeRecoveryServiceMonitor.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. ""Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer
UeRecoveryServiceeRAgent.exe"Part of Acer Empowering Technology. ""Acer eRecovery Management is a powerful utility that does away with the need for recovery disks provided by the manufacturer
XErrorProtector Freeertmain.exe"ErrorProtector rogue system error and cleaning utility - not recommended"
XErrorRepairToolErrorRepairTool.exe"ErrorRepairTool rogue system error and cleaning utility - not recommended"
XERSers_startupmon.exe"Part of the WinAntiVirus Pro 2006 rogue security software - not recommended
XERS_checkers_startupmon.exe"Part of the WinAntiVirus Pro 2006 rogue security software - not recommended
Xerthegdrwindll2.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.CG WORM!"
Xerthgdrwindll.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.AO or BEAGLE.AQ WORMS!"
Xerthgdrsvc.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.BN or BEAGLE.BP WORM!"
Xerthgdr2svc23.exe"Added by the BAGLE.CG WORM!"
?ERTS0749ERTS0749.exe"IBM Warranty Notification - presumably it's a reminder to either register or that warranty is about to expire?"
Xertyuoprttrwq.exe"Added by the AUTORUN-APA WORM!"
UERUNT AutoBackupAUTOBACK.EXE"ERUNT backup utility - when added to the user's startup folder automatically backs up the registry each time the system boots
Xerwghjjrjtucbcg.exe"Added by the SMALL.CUL TROJAN!"
UES Current Services[FILE NAME].exe"123Keylogger surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
YeSafe ProtectESPWatch.exe"eSafe from Aladdin - internet security for gateway and E-mail servers"
YeScan MonitorAVKWCTL9X.EXE"MicroWorld eScan antivirus"
UeScan UpdaterTrayicos.exe"MicroWorld eScan antivirus updater - allows users to automatically download updates and set the auto time interval for downloads"
NESFTPesftp.exe"ESftp - FTP client for transfering files between a local PC and another remote computer"
UeSnipsClientGW.exe"eSnips Client Gateway from eSnips"
XEspecialDeneca.bat"Added by the DELUZ VIRUS!"
XEsphortu.exe"PurityScan adware"
NESPN BottomLinebline.exe"ESPN BottomLine. ""You can dock the BottomLine to the top or bottom of your screen or drag it around on your desktop
?eSupIniteSupCmd.exe"Related to SupportSoft (aka Support.com) ""Real-Time Service Management software"". What does it do and is it required?"
XEsutitydeosutityde.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BQD WORM!"
XETB Testeretbtest.exe"Added by the RBOT-ABR WORM!"
Xetbrunelit***32.exe [* = random char]"EliteBar adware"
UeTCertMangereTCrtMng.exe"eToken Certificate Manager from Aladdin Knowledge Systems
UETDWareETDCtrl.exeElantech smart-pad touchpad driver for the Asus Eee PC range
Xeth0 driverexec.exe"Added by the SPYBOT-Z WORM!"
NEthernettcaudiag.exe3Com NIC Installation/Diagnostic MFC application. Diagnostics may be run from the Start -> Programs
Xethernetairftp.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
Xethernetmsnger.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
Xethernetmsftp.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BXJ WORM!"
Xethernet adaptercsrmss.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XEthernet Drivercmsrrs.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XEthernet Driverssmrrs.exe"Added by the RBOT-AAK WORM!"
XEthernet Driversethernet.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.CEZ WORM!"
XEthernet Linkingethernet.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!"
XEtrafficJavaRun.exe"TopMoxie adware"
YeTrust EZ Firewallefpeadm.exe"eTrust EZ Firewall"
UeTrust PestPatrol Active ProtectionPPActiveDetection.exe"PestPatrol real-time protection feature. ""Stops spyware before it infects your system"""
XeTrust Realtime Monitorrealmon.exe"Added by the LAZAR.B TROJAN!"
YeTrustCIPEezdsmain.exeeTrust EZ Deskshield from Computer Associates. Protects against malicious email attachments and unauthorized use of email by detecting and blocking unusual behavior
XeTunnelwinfw.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN!
UEuroGlotEuroGlot.exe"Euroglot - ""multilanguage translating system
?Event Logeventlog.exe"??"
NEvent Planner RemindersPLNRNote.exePart of Sierra/Hallmark Card Studio - System Tray notification of events such as birthdays and anniversaries that you've scheduled with the customizable Event Planner
NEvent Planner Reminders Tray IconPLNRnote.exePart of Sierra/Hallmark Card Studio - System Tray notification of events such as birthdays and anniversaries that you've scheduled with the customizable Event Planner
NEvent Reminderpmremind.exe"Event reminder for calendar dates
XEventApplicationCmdsmschk.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-AO TROJAN!"
UEVENTLISTENEREvLstnr.exeUsed with a Nikon digital camera to recognize when the camera is plugged in
Neventmgreventmgr.exeUsed with a Microtek scanner. Manages the scanner's button events. Available via Start -> Programs
Xeventwvreventwvr.exe"Added by the COSIAM_G TROJAN!"
NEvidence Eliminatoree.exe"Evidence Eliminator - cover the tracks of your browsing habits and E-mails if you think you need to. Run manually on a regular basis"
Nevntsvcevntsc.exe"Application Scheduler installed along with RealOne Player. Once installed
UEVOLOSTAEVOLOSTA.EXE"Evolo Status Monitor for wireless network cards. Allows a user to enter a specific access-point mode SSID
UEvoluent Mouse ManagerEvoMouExec.exe"Mouse manager for Evoluent VertcialMouse"
XEvtHtmevthtm.exe"Added by the DLUCA-EJ TROJAN!"
UEvtMgr6Setpoint.exe"Logitech SetPoint control software for their range of wired and wireless keyboards and pointing devices (mice
NeWare StartupiWareStart.exe"eWare iWare task bar. Not required"
Yewido anti-spywareewido.exe"System Tray access to and notifications for Ewido Anti-Spyware 4.0. Ewido is now part of AVG Technologies so this has been superseded by AVG Anti-Virus which includes Anti-Spyware"
Xewrgetujgeurge.exe"Added by the AUTOINF-AK WORM!"
XEwthtasn.exe"PurityScan adware"
Xewupdaterewupdater.exe"EasyWebSearch adware updater"
NExcite PlatformExlaunch.exeLoads an Icon in the startup tray that allows you to receive service update notices for Excite@Home if you desire (note that since Excite@Home appears to be winding down this becomes irrelevant). May also allow you to kill the Excite Toolbar that automatically loads in Internet Explorer
?Excite Private Messenger Pipex8impipe.exe"??"
NExciteAssistantEXEASSISTANT.EXE"With Excite Assistant
Xexe lptt01exe.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Exe"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
?Executedelfolders.exe"??"
XExFilter"Rundll32.exe [path] cdnspie.dll ExecFilter"
UExitKillerEkiller.exe"Exit Killer - automatically closes pop-up windows in your browser"
?exmonhpimoniter.exe"Some kind of hp digital camera maybe or a photo smart connection probe?"
XExpatch[random filename]"Added by the PWSLMIR-G TROJAN!"
Xexpcrt[random filename]"Added by a variant of the SLAPER TROJAN!"
XExpertAntivirusExpertAntivirus.exe"ExpertAntivirus rogue security software - not recommended
XExpl0rer softexpl0rer.pif"Added by the RBOT-AQR WORM!"
Xexplorerwscript.exe [filename]"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"
XExplorer[path to worm]"Added by the AUTEX WORM!"
Xexplorer[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-EU TROJAN!"
XexplorerYinstall.exe"PurityScan/Clickspring adware"
XExplorerTXP1atform.exe"Added by the FUJACKS.CA VIRUS!"
Xexplorersystem.exe"Added by the AGENT-FI TROJAN!"
XExplorermsrstart.exe"Added by the SOPICLICK TROJAN!"
XExplorer 2238[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-CPI TROJAN!"
XExplorer lptt01explorer.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""explorer"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here.Note - this is not the legitimate Windows Explorer (explorer.exe) which would not normally appear in Msconfig/Startup unless you added it manually!"
XEXPLORER MICROSOFT SYSTEMexplore.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XExplorer softexplorer.pif"Added by the RBOT-APK WORM!"
XExplorer softexplorer.com"Added by the RBOT-ARM WORM!"
XExplorer UpdaterIEXPLORE.exe"Added by the SDBOT-WO WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate Internet Explorer (iexplore.exe) which is always located in %ProgramFiles%\Internet Explorer and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %System%"
XExplorerTaskexplorer.exe"Added by the ZCREW-B BACKDOOR! Note - the legitimate Windows Explorer (same filename) is located in %Windir% and would not normally appear in Msconfig/Startup unless you added it manually! This one is located in the ""Fonts"" sub-folder"
Xexporetwinset.exe"Added by the QQPASS-I TROJAN!"
NExtender Resource MonitorRMSysTry.exe"Related to Windows Media Center from Microsoft"
XExternal DependenciesExternal.exe"Added by the MYTOB.EC WORM!"
XExtra AntivirusExtraAV.exe"Extra Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
UExtraDNSExtraDNS.exe"ExtraDNS - DNS configuration tool"
NExtraFilmHemmaAgentAgent.exe"ExtraFilm Photo Assistant"
?Extranet AutoDialAutoExt.exeNortel Networks Contivity Extranet Switching Software
?ExxtremeHelperDemonexxdemon.exe"Creative Exxtreme graphics card related?"
NEye Tide Launcheroneeyetideone.exeNascar wallpaper
XEYORENotepad.scr"Added by the GIMLET-A WORM!"
Nezagentezagent.exe"EzVCR recording software for the ASUS TV FM card. Available via Start -> Programs"
NEzButtonEzButton.EXEEZbutton is a quick launcher for the Media player app that comes with certain laptops
NEZEJTRAYEZEJTRAY.EXE"System Tray access to the EasyEject Utility for IBM/Lenovo Thinkpad notebooks. Quote: ""The IBM ThinkPad EasyEject Utility makes removing multiple devices from your computer faster and easier by enabling you to stop more than one device at once
NEzPrintezprint.exe"Lexmark Fast Pics - helps users of their printers to enhance
YezShieldProtector for PxezSP_Px.exe"Engine that allows PrimoDVD from Veritas (was Prassi) and Drag'n Drop CD from Easy Systems (and maybe others) to record and protects against other software overwriting the settings"
YezShieldProtector for PxezSP_PxEngine.exe"Engine that allows PrimoDVD from Veritas (was Prassi) and Drag'n Drop CD from Easy Systems (and maybe others) to record and protects against other software overwriting the settings"
UEZSMART Appezsmart.exeEZ-S.M.A.R.T. hard drive monitoring software from StorageSoft - appears to be no longer supported
UEzTunedthtml.exe"EzTune from Gateway. Rebranded version of Display Tune from Portrait Displays
UE_S[numbers][path] E_[various].EXE [path] E_S[numbers].tmp"Temporary entry related to Epson Status Monitor 3 for their range of printer and AIO devices - for monitoring printer status
Xfftkclean.exe"FlashEnhancer adware"
UF-PROT Antivirus Tray applicationFProtTray.exe"System Tray access to F-PROT Antivirus"
XF-Secure 2005svchost.exe"Added by the BIFROSE-CH TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
XF-Secure Gatekeeper[malware name].exe"Added by the NUWAR.AXQ WORM!"
UF-Secure Management AgentFSMA32.EXE"F-Secure antivirus - F-Secure Policy Manager provides tools for administering F-Secure software products"
YF-Secure Startup WizardFSSW.EXE"F-Secure antivirus"
YF-Secure TNBTNBUtil.exe"F-Secure antivirus"
YF-StopWF-StopW.exe"F-Prot anti-virus background scanner by F-Risk Software"
Uf1Tray.exeF1TRAY.EXE"System Tray icon for FusionOne's MightyPhone software. ""MightyPhone is a concept for wirelessly synchronizing the data on your mobile phone with your web-based or PC based organizer"""
Xf2install.exef2install.exe"Added by the IEFEAT-I TROJAN!"
Xf73cdc8ee94ebtsendto.exeAssociated with mysearchnow.com/searchbar.html
Xf94mggfhfghodftdf[path to trojan]"Added by the SMALL.JHZ TROJAN!"
UFabrik Ultimate Backup Statusfabrikhomestat.exe"Status monitor for Fabrik Ultimate Backup from Fabrik Inc. ""No matter what happens to the drive on your desk - a spilled drink
XFaltCheckallps.exe"Added by the AGENT.RAP TROJAN!"
XFantasia injectorwincfg.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.US WORM!"
Xfarmmextfarmmext.exe"VX2.Transponder parasite updater/installer related"
Nfastfast.exeInstalls as part of Windows XP PowerToys as an option for very-fast user switching (allowing a keystoke to switch users instead of using the login screen). It is only used for the hot-key switch and yet it hogs 1.5 megs of memory in two separate processes (one run by the user & one by the system). Optional install in PowerToys
XfastA-fast.exe"A-fast Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
XFast Antivirus 2009FastAV.exe"Fast Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
NFAST DefragFAST2.EXE"FastDefrag defragmenting software"
XFast Homesvcnvt.exe"Detected by Kaspersky as the DELF.KS TROJAN! This file may be found in the System folder on 9x machines
XFast Searchsvcnv.exe"Homepage
XFast startNtut.exe"Adware - deteced by Kaspersky as the FAVADD.I TROJAN!"
XFast startsvcnt.exe"Adware - detected by Kaspersky as a variant of the FAVADD TROJAN!"
UFastCachefc.exe"FastCache from AnalogX - speeds up browsing by resolving DNS requests locally"
XFastDownloads"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
Xfastsmellfastsmell.exe"Added by a variant of the Storm/Nuwar/Zhelatin WORM! See here for an example"
XFastStartntnut32.exe"Added by the STARTPAGE.L TROJAN!"
XFastStartsvcnut.exe"Browser hijacker - a variant of the STARTPAGE.L TROJAN!"
XFastStartsvcnut32.exe"Browser hijacker - a variant of the STARTPAGE.L TROJAN!"
NFastTrack AcceleratorSPEED UP.EXE"FastTrack Accelerator - ""speedup"" utility for programs that use the FastTrack network such as KaZaA Media Desktop
XFASTTRACKNETVISIONNETVISION.exe"DialCar-Z premium rate dialer"
UFastTVSyncFastTVSync.exe"Part of InterVideo (now Corel) DVD Copy - ""fast DVD copying and file conversion software. In just three steps
NFastUserfast.exeInstalls as part of Windows XP PowerToys as an option for very-fast user switching (allowing a keystoke to switch users instead of using the login screen). It is only used for the hot-key switch and yet it hogs 1.5 megs of memory in two separate processes (one run by the user & one by the system). Optional install in PowerToys
NFastUsrfast.exeInstalls as part of Windows XP PowerToys as an option for very-fast user switching (allowing a keystoke to switch users instead of using the login screen). It is only used for the hot-key switch and yet it hogs 1.5 megs of memory in two separate processes (one run by the user & one by the system). Optional install in PowerToys
XfaTfaT.exe"Added by the BANKER-DFP TROJAN!"
Xfat.exefat.exe"Part of the WinAntiVirus Pro 2006 and WinAntiVirus Pro 2007 rogue security programs - not recommended
XFat32 Microsoftfat32.exe"Added by the RBOT-EL WORM!"
UFatPipeDHCPSoftware enabling high speed internet browsing (2-4 times faster) and internet connection sharing for up to 5 users
UFatpipe Dialerfpdialer.exeDailler for Fatpipe - software enabling high speed internet browsing (2-4 times faster) and internet connection sharing for up to 5 users
Ufatrecovfatrecov.exeSCKeyLog.j keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!
UFavoriteSyncFavoriteSync.exe"FavoriteSync keeps the same set of Internet Explorer Favorites on several computers in sync"
UFaxCenterServerfm3032.exe"FaxMan integrates complete fax send and receive support into Windows applications without requiring additional fax software. Incorporated into software by Lexmark
UFaxCenterServer4_in_1fm3032.exe"FaxMan integrates complete fax send and receive support into Windows applications without requiring additional fax software. Incorporated into software by Lexmark
UFaxCtrl.exeASMediaProxyServer.exe"Part of Avaya's Contact Center Express - ""a multi-channel
NFaxTalk CallControl 6.0FTClCtrl.EXEThis allows the software to handle incoming and outgoing communications without requiring the FaxTalk Communicator application to be loaded into memory. Can be started manually
UFBDirectFBDirect.exe"Software that monitors the status of a Visioneer OneTouch scanner button and allows you to scan
XFBSearchFastBrowserSearchProtection.exe"Fast Browser Search/Search Guard Plus parasite - installed with ""Make the Web Better"" applications such as My Web Tattoo
XFdaemon securityfsecur.exe"Added by the SDBOT.KXO WORM!"
XFDD SYSTEMFdd.exe"Added by the MYTOB-FO WORM!"
XfddddHOMEdxxatp.exe"Added by the RANKY.AA TROJAN!"
Xfeelalrightmirc.exe"Added by the IRCFLOOD-M WORM!"
UFEELitDeviceManagerfeelitdm.exeAssociated with Immersion TouchSense devices (Logitech Wingman Force Feedback Mouse and possibly other peripherals)
XfegozeSVCH0ST.EXE"Added by the GRAYBIRD.D VIRUS! Note - the filename has the digit 0 rather then the uppercase ""o"""
XFen Startupsfensvc32.exe"Added by the RANDEX.CCF WORM!"
XFenio Startupsfnesvc32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-OS BACKDOOR!"
XFestPlattenCleanerSysRep.exe"FestPlattenCleaner
XFestplattenReinigerGDC.exe"FestplattenReiniger
Xff[path to worm]"Added by the RBOT-XL WORM!"
Xffsvhost32.exe"Added by the LINEAG-AFF TROJAN!"
UFG1_00frntgate.exe"FrontGate MX - e-mail spam blocker"
XfGQEGqHOMEgwwgtp.exe"Added by the RANKY.J TROJAN!"
XFHStartshdocsvc.exe"Added by the WINHOUND TROJAN!"
UFhtisxkfhtisxk.exeXtraKeys keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!
XFiendlyTypecsrss.exe"Added by the WEBUS TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
Xfile laoder configurationrnd32.exe"Added by the RBOT.BQJ WORM!"
XFile Protection Monitorfilemon.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XFile Systemtaskmqrs.exe"Added by a variant of the TOXBOT/CODBOT WORM!"
XFile Systemtaskmqr.exe"Added by the RBOT.BWQ WORM!"
XFile System Servicewmiprvsc.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-HZ TROJAN!"
XFile1Dia Claro.htm"Added by the DLOADER-OR TROJAN!"
XFileFreedom_Pluginwtm.exe"FileFreedom peer-to-peer sharing program"
Nfilehippo.comUpdateChecker.exe"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"
NFileHippo.com Update CheckerUpdateChecker.exe"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"
XFileManager32Wscript.exe ChkMgr32.vbs"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%"
XFiles Driversdphost.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DKZ WORM!"
XFiles Driversfdhost.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-AJC BACKDOOR!"
XFileSoftWscript.exe UpdataFiles.vbs"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%"
UFilterGatefiltergate.exe"Filtergate internet filtering software - filters sounds
UFilterguardFiltrgrd.exe"An icon located in the lower left of the screen and looks like a lifesaver. This icon is a ""short-cut"" to access the basic features of SOS-Guardian
XFilterProgramGDC.exe"FilterProgram rogue privacy tool - not recommended
NFind FastFindfast.exeFrom older versions of MS Office - searches disk drives for Office file types and creates an index to make opening them easier. When indexing is in progress it can use lots of CPU time and memory - especially on slower/older machines
Xfindfastfindfast.exe"Added by the DLOADER.PFR TROJAN! Note - the is not the legitimate file of the same name installed with older versions of MS Office"
Xfindfast.exefindfast.exeIdentified as the RUNDIS.A TROJAN! Note - the is not the legitimate file of the same name installed with older versions of MS Office
XFindHack[path to worm]"Added by the KELVIR-BA WORM!"
UFinePrint Dispatcher v4fpdisp4a.exe"FinePrint Dispatcher - handles the spooling of print jobs to the FinePrint printer. Version 4.x of the software. ""FinePrint saves ink
UFinePrint Dispatcher v4fpdisp4.exe"FinePrint Dispatcher - handles the spooling of print jobs to the FinePrint printer. Version 4.x of the software. ""FinePrint saves ink
UFinePrint Dispatcher v5fpdisp5a.exe"FinePrint Dispatcher - handles the spooling of print jobs to the FinePrint printer. Version 5.x of the software. ""FinePrint saves ink
UFingerPrintSoftwarefpapp.exeSupports the fingerprint reader on selected IBM/Lenovo Thinkpad notebooks
?FireBox Control PanelFireBox.exe"Control panel for the Presonus FireBox firewire based music recording system. Is it required?"
XFireExplore UpdateFireExplore.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XFireFox Startup Driverswuaclt.exe"Added by the RBOT.BYX WORM!"
XFirevall Administratingrndll.exe"Added by the PUSHBOT-B WORM!"
XFirewallSP2 UPDATE.exe"Added by the ELITPER.E WORM!"
XFirewallFirewall.bat"Added by the YPSAN.G WORM!"
XFirewallctfmon.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate ctfmon.exe process associated with alternate text inputs which is always located in %System%. This one is located in %Windir%"
XFirewall Administratinginfocard.exe"Added by the AUTORUN-AYV WORM! Note - this is not the valid InfoCard Service which is part of the .NET Framework from Microsoft and uses the same filename"
XFirewall auto setupwinlogon.exe"Added by the AGENT-EDB TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate winlogon.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Temp%"
XFirewall auto setup[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT-GLY TROJAN!"
XFirewall Controlssys32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DGI WORM!"
XFirewall Sp2 systemsys32Conf.exe"Added by the RBOT-ABT WORM!"
XFirewall Update System1WinedowsUpdater1.exe"Added by the RBOT-ARU WORM!"
XFirewall Updatermsnupdateit.exe"Added by the RBOT-AAQ WORM!"
XFirewallActiviescsrss.exe"Added by the BANKER-AQ TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a ""3041"" subfolder"
UFirewallStartupFirewallstartup.exe"Innovative Startup Firewall - ""designed to protect your computer from programs that install themselves in the StartUp area of your Windows without asking for your approval. Innovative StartUp Firewall will help you keep your computer clean
Xfirewall_antifirewall_anti.exe"Added by the NETDENY-B TROJAN!"
XFirst Home Pagehttp://find.naupoint.com"Naupoint browser hijacker"
?First Principle Groupfpg.exe"Related to the E-Players Card from First Principle Group"
XFix ToolFix-Tool.exe"Fix Tool rogue system error and cleaning utility - not recommended"
YFix-itmxtask.exe"Part of Ontrack's Fix-it Utilities Suite. Loads a System Tray icon that lets you access the full program. Needed if you run the crash guard
YFix-it AVmemcheck.exePart of Ontrack's Fix-it Utilities Suite anti-virus. Performs a quick check of memory for signs of any virus. Exits afterward and returns all resources used in one user's experience. Not required but could be left without a drain on resources
Xfjdslssdfdmat2.exe"Added by the SLAPEW.C TROJAN!"
UFJTWAIN SetupFjtwSetup.exeFujitsu scanner utility
NFJUPDNV_Chitosefjdvrupd.exeDriver update for a Fujitsu Siemens Lifebook laptop
XFlash Driver[path to trojan]"Added by the AGENT.CWVT TROJAN!"
XFlash Media[path to trojan]"Added by the IRCBOT.AUR TROJAN!"
XFlash Player2[path to worm]"Added by the IRCBOT.PD WORM!"
NFlashgetFlashGet.exe"FlashGet download manager"
XFlashget Download ManagerFlashget.exe"Added by the RBOT-AGZ WORM!"
UFlashMuteFlashMute.exe"""FlashMute is a tool which allows you to mute/unmute Flash Movies loaded in a browser exclusively
NFlashPath MonitorSDSTAT.EXESystem Tray icon that you can't get rid of - and does not need to run!. Tells you the battery status in the floppy disk adapter for the smartmedia cards. Available via Start -> Programs
NFlashPath MonitorFLSHSTAT.EXESystem Tray icon that you can't get rid of - and does not need to run!. Tells you the battery status in the floppy disk adapter for the smartmedia cards. Available via Start -> Programs
NFlashPath StatusSDSTAT.EXESystem Tray icon that you can't get rid of - and does not need to run!. Tells you the battery status in the floppy disk adapter for the smartmedia cards. Available via Start -> Programs
NFlashPath StatusFLSHSTAT.EXESystem Tray icon that you can't get rid of - and does not need to run!. Tells you the battery status in the floppy disk adapter for the smartmedia cards. Available via Start -> Programs
XFlashy BotFlashy.exe"Added by the GLUPZY.A WORM!"
XFlash_Player_Installying.exe"Constructor VC2000 malware"
UFLMLABTECMOUSEmouse32A.exeMouse utility for a Labtec brand (and possibly others) mouse. If you disable this entry you will not be able to use any of the non-standard functions of the mouse
UFLMTRUSTKBKbdAp32A.exeKeyboard utility for a Trust brand keyboard. If you disable this entry you will not be able to use any of the keyboard hotkeys or other non-standard functions on the keyboard
UFLMTRUSTMOUSEmouse32a.exeMouse utility for a Trust brand (and possibly others) mouse. If you disable this entry you will not be able to use any of the non-standard functions of the mouse
XFLooDNeTFLooDeR.exe"Added by the ENDOOL TROJAN!"
XFloppy Master[path to trojan]"Added by the ZONIT-F TROJAN!"
?Flow Go TVflogotv.exe"??"
Xflpycntlflpycntl.exe"Added by the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!"
YFltProcessmsinet.exe"Part of Cyber Patrol internet filtering software to restrict access to certain types of material on the internet. It can be disabled but do not ask how it's done"
XFlyswatDesktopflydesk.exeAdvertising spyware
UFmctrlTrayFmctrl.EXEGenius SM-Live Control Panel. Enhances audio output through Genius sound cards (makes a big difference and worth the 3MB Ram used)
Xfmnwebassistfmnwebassist.exeAdware popup generator
UFMStartFmstart.exe"GFI FAXmaker - native fax connector for Microsoft Exchange Server or for networks
Xfnmwebassistfnmwebassist.exe"WinPL adware"
XFolder Servicewssdtu.exe"Added by the MANIFEST TROJAN!"
XFolderRaper[path to worm]"Added by the VB.GOZ WORM!"
NFoneSyncSystemTrayFoneSyncSystemTray.exeSystem Tray icon for Nokia FoneSync utility for the 7160/7190 mobiles. Useful to send data from/to the cell phone and the computer. You can use it to backup data or even to input data through the computer keyboard (which naturally is much more comfortable). Run manually when required
XFontboot.exe"Added by the AGENT-LZW TROJAN!"
XFont Viewerfontviewer.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
XFontFixfontfix.exe"Added by an unidentified VIRUS
NfontnavFontNav.exe"Font Navigator from Bitstream Inc. - a font management utility"
XFontsLoaderldfnt32.htaUnidentified malware
XFONTVIEWFONTVIEW.EXE"Added by the OPASERV.T WORM!"
Xfoobin lptt01adaware.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""foo1"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
NForbesForbesAlerts.exeForbes Business News Alerts - displays business news headlines in a little window on the screen
NForget Me NotAGRemind.exe"Calendar reminder part of Broderbund's American Greetings® CreataCard®"
UforteManagerdthtml.exe"forteManager from LG. Rebranded version of Display Tune from Portrait Displays
YFortiClientFortiClient.exe"Fortinet security systems are the new generation of real time network protection systems"
UFortis Secure Layer Configcseinst.exeFortis Bank Home Banking part. Installed during the installation of the software necessary to run the Home Banking. According to Fortis Bank this will not in any way be harmful to the system or relay system information
Xfotosfotos.exe"Added by the BANKER-FP TROJAN!"
NFotoStation Easy AutoLaunchFotoStation Easy AutoLaunch.exeInstalled with a Nikon digital camera. Used to collect photos uploaded from camera program NkVwMon.exe. If your camera is not connected (via USB port) you do not need this program loaded either
UFourthDayFourthDay.exe"The Fourth Day - ""astronomical clock and almanac for your system tray"""
Nfpassistfpassist.exe"Part of FreePDF (was FreePDF XP) - a utility used to create Adobe compatible PDF files from virtually any Windows application. This executable needs to be running when you want to send a printer output to a PDF file via the FreePDF virtual printer"
Xfqorstub_113_4_0_4_0.exe"TargetSaver adware"
XFrancesvchost.exe"Added by the MIMAIL.L WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
?Free Downloads Monitorfdcmon.exe"??"
NFree DVD DirectFreeDVDDirect.exe"Free DVD Direct - provides a program to access a peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing network (see here)"
UFree Ram Optimizerfro.exe"Free Ram Optimizer monitors your memory
Xfree-save[path to risk]"Freesave security risk that tracks and sends browser information and visited websites on the computer. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
XFreeAttentioneqsefeqe.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
NFreebie NotesFreebieNotes.exe"Freebie Notes by Power Soft - create electronic notes (stickers)"
NFreePDF Assistantfpassist.exe"Part of FreePDF (was FreePDF XP) - a utility used to create Adobe compatible PDF files from virtually any Windows application. This executable needs to be running when you want to send a printer output to a PDF file via the FreePDF virtual printer"
NFreePDF_Assistantfpassist.exe"Part of FreePDF (was FreePDF XP) - a utility used to create Adobe compatible PDF files from virtually any Windows application. This executable needs to be running when you want to send a printer output to a PDF file via the FreePDF virtual printer"
Xfreestylelockx.exe"Added by the RBOT-ATH WORM!"
Xfreexstylelockbar.exe"Added by the LOXBOT.D WORM!"
Xfreexstylelockbr.exe"Added by the LOXBOT.C WORM!"
Xfreinstpgs.exe"Part of the AVSystemCare rogue security software and other members of this family. See here for more examples"
UFresh Desktopfreshdesktop.exe"Fresh Desktop is a utility that lets you manage vast collections of wallpapers for your desktop with ease. When run on bootup it changes the desktop wallpaper at startup or at specified intervals"
?FridaysInHellInstallerFridaysInHellInstaller.exe"??"
XFriendlyTypelsass.exe"Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
XFriendlyTypeNameservices.exe"Added by the NEVEG.B or NEVEG.C WORMS! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process
XFriendlyTypeNamewinlogon.exe"Added by the NEVEG.A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate winlogon.exe process
NFriendlyWebQuick-LaunchSELFCERT.EXEselfcert.exe is a stand alone program for creating your own digital certificates for macros - the .exe is installed as an extra basically by clicking on MS Office in add/remove programs and selecting remove - also I would do away with the FriendlyWebQuickLaunchBar as well
?FRITZ!DSL StartcenterStCenter.exe"FRITZ! ISP software ""StartCenter"" User interface that allows you to manage
UFRITZ!webProtectFwebProt.exeFirewall included in FRITZ! ISP DSL software
Xfroodytimoty.exeAdded by an unidentified malware
XFS Agentfagent.exe"Added by the VOLVER-B TROJAN!"
Xfsdsft[path to backdoor]"Added by the RANKY.S BACKDOOR!"
NFSScrCtlFSScrCtl.exeScreen saver control applet used by the "Stardust Screen Saver Toolkit" and "SolidWorks Screen Saver"
Xfstsvc"rundll32.exe fstsvc.dllstart"
Xftkftkclean.exe"FlashEnhancer adware"
XFtkCPYftkcpy.exe"FlashEnhancer adware"
UFtLnSOP_setupFtLnSOP.exeFujitsu scanner utility
UFTMSFLT(USB)FTMSFLTU.EXEFujitsu's Touch Panel Message Notifier
XFTP FOR WINDOWSftpwin32.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XFTPGraberFTPGraber.exe"Added by the DLOADER-DT TROJAN!"
NFTPManagerFTPDM.exe"""Robust FTP is a Windows-based file transfer client application that transfers files between a user's local PC and another
UFtpqueueFtpsched.exe"Part of WS_FTP Pro from Ipswitch. Queueing facility for scheduling FTP transfers"
?FtpServer.exeFtpServer.exe"Part of the Sharpdesk from Sharp Electronics. ""A desktop-based
Uftutil2"rundll32.exe ftutil2.dll SetWriteCacheMode"
UFujitsu Hotkey UtilityIndicatorUty.exe"Fujitsu Hotkey Utility displays icons on the screen when you use hotkeys on a Fujitsu Siemens Lifebook
UFujitsu MenuFjMnuIco.exe"From the ""Fujitsu Menu"" tray icon you have instant access to the Control Panel
NFullAudioWMPImporter.exeUsed to import settings from Windows Media Player into Music Now software (from www.musicnow.com - which is no longer available) and possibly others
NFusionHdtvTrayFusionHdtvTray.exe"FusionTrayAgent - main executable for DVICO FusionHDTV software. It adds an icon to system tray that allows you to easily access Fusion HDTV software"
UFusionRemoteFusionRc.exe"Remote control manager for DVICO FusionHDTV"
NFusionTrayAgentFusionHdtvTray.exe"FusionTrayAgent - main executable for DVICO FusionHDTV software. It adds an icon to system tray that allows you to easily access Fusion HDTV software"
YFveNotifyfveNotify.exe"Windows Vista - BitLocker Drive Encryption Notification Utility. Available with Enterprise and Ultimate versions of Vista
Nfwrastrcfwrastrc.exeDial-up software for Friendly Technologies/1NationOnLine free ISP
XFxoekmmiyhart.exe"Added by the SDBOT-CZQ WORM!"
Xfzgsvhost32.exe"Added by the DLOADER.BDK TROJAN!"
?g3dctlg3dctl.exe"??"
UG6FTP Server Tray MonitorG6FTPTray.exe"System Tray monitoring tool for Gene6 FTP Server - ""an advanced FTP server software for Windows developed specifically for security and high performance requirements"""
NGadwin PrintScreenPrintScreen.exe"Gadwin PrintScreen - utility to capture
UGainwardTBPanel.exeConfiguration utility for Gainward graphics cards. Not required unless you use non-default settings. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
Xgameshit.exeAdded by the Netclap Gold backdoor TROJAN!
Xgamepatcher.scr"Added by the PSW-ED TROJAN!"
NGameDriveGDTask.exe"GameDrive from FarStone - virtual CD/DVD drive emulator that allows you to run your PC games without the disc. Available via Start → Programs"
XGames Accelerationsvshost.exe"EasySearch adware"
XGames Acceleration[path to trojan]"Added by the SMUTSRCH-A TROJAN!"
XGames Accelerationsvshost1.exe"Added by the DLOADR-AWD TROJAN!"
XGames toolbarrundll32.exe [path] tbGame.dll DllShowTB"Topconverting.com/180Search ""Games Toolbar"" adware. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted"
NGameSpotkontiki.exe"Kontiki Delivery Manager - Windows-based client software that enables secure delivery of content to users' desktops"
NGameTrackerGTLite.exe"GameTracker - ""Keep track of and launch all your games from one application with the Game Tracker Client. Instantly announce on your profile and to your friends what game and on which server you are playing!"""
Ugameutil.exegameutil.exePart of Redline RegTweak as supplied with Sapphire ATI graphics cards. You can configure different overlclocking settings on a per game basis and this sets those conditions following a re-boot
Xgammasvchost.exe"Added by a variant of the DELF.IT TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! The location of this file varies"
UGammaHotKeyssetgamma.exe"Part of the RadeonTweaker program for adjusting ATI Radeon graphics cards. Allows you to adjust the gamma (or brightness) when playing a full-screen game without switching back to the desktop"
Xgangstagangsta.exe"Added by the RIMA.A BACKDOOR!"
UGARO Status Monitorcnwism.exePrint monitor for certain Canon printers
XGate Personal FirewallSystpl.exe"Added by the RBOT.ADC WORM"
NGateway Extended WarrantyGWCares.exeGateway Extended Warranty reminder
XGatorgator.exe"Gator eWallet adware. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
XGator eWalletgator.exe"Gator eWallet adware. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
YGBMHome7AgentGBMAgent.exe"Genie Backup Manager Home 7 - backup software"
YGBMLite7AgentGBMAgent.exe"Genie Backup Manager Lite 7 - backup software"
YGBMPro7AgentGBMAgent.exe"Genie Backup Manager Pro 7 - backup software"
UGBTrayGBTray.exe"System Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users
XgcasDtServgcasDtServ.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN. Note - this is not related to Microsoft Antispyware which has a process bearing the same name which doesn't appear as a startup
XGDAX[path to backdoor]"Added by the RANKY.K TROJAN!"
YGDFirewallTrayGDFirewallTray.exe"System Tray access to the firewall part of G Data range of internet security products"
XGekio Startupsgnksvc32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.AFJ WORM!"
NGemStRmWGemStRmW.exe"For a GemPlus smart card reader. If it doesn't start automatically when you insert the smart card
Xgencrootgencroot.exe"Added by the SDBOT-AED WORM!"
UGene USB MonitorUSBMonit.exeMonitors USB ports for insertion of Sandisk USB flashdrives
XGeneral AntivirusGenAvir.exe"General Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
Xgeneral lptt01general.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""General"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
XGeneric host proccess for windowsSVCHOSTS.EXE"Added by the SPYBOT-GQ WORM!"
XGeneric Host ProcessSCHOST.EXE"Added by the RBOT-NC WORM!"
XGeneric Host Processsvchost.exe"Added by the DLOADER-NX TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
XGeneric Host Processcamacttiv.exe"Detected by AVG as the CIADOOR.13 TROJAN!"
XGeneric Host Processlsassw.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-N WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win Servicesmscvs.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesvlhost.exe"Added by the WOOTBOT.EX WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicerpchost.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.DCN WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesntspcv.exe"Added by the SDBOT.S TROJAN!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesintspvc.exe"Added by the DINFOR.D WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Serviceswinsvc.exe"Added by the SDBOT-O WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicesbazzi.exe"Added by the AHKER.E WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Serviceswinsvc32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-P WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Serviceslspsvc.exe"Added by the MUMU.C WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 ServicesSPSVC.EXE"Added by the SDBOT.DA WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicessvchost32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.ALH WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Servicessvñhîst.exe"Added by the DLOADER.AK TROJAN!"
XGeneric Host Process for Win32 Serviceswinlogon.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here. Note - this is not the legitimate winlogon.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
XGeneric Host Process For Win32 Servicesmtsc32.exe"Added by the VB-CPL TROJAN!"
XGeneric Host Process for WinXP Servicesmshelp.exe"Added by the AGENT-GQP TROJAN!"
XGeneric Host Process2 System Backupscvhost2.exe"Added by the RBOT-BAH WORM!"
XGeneric Host Process326a System Backupscvhost326a.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XGeneric Host Servicelshost.exe"Added by the RBOT.LU WORM!"
XGeneric Service Processsrvhost.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-FX WORM!"
XGeneric Service ProcessSRCHOST.EXE"Added by the AGOBOT-DG WORM!"
XGenericHostXPWinLoaderXP.exe"Added by the BDOOR-ACX BACKDOOR!"
YGenie USB MonitorUSBmonitor.exePort monitor for an external USB hard drive. Required to enable access to the drive
XGenius Mose Driversvghost.exe"Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM! See here"
Xgenserv pathsdqdqg.exe"Added by the SDBOT-RF WORM!"
XGeography TX 1.0 NTCompuSpeed.vbs"Added by the NEWLEY-A WORM!"
XGerenciamento de arquivos do WindowsWinmod32.exe"Added by the DLOADER-WG TROJAN!"
Xgerman.exewinsystems.exe"Added by the BAGLEDl-AE TROJAN!"
Xgerman.exewintems.exe"Added by the BAGLE-AS TROJAN!"
XGestionnaire de disques universelsysoobe.exe"Added by the TOADER-A TROJAN!"
NGet Smilegetsmile.exePuts smilie faces in your E-mail. Run manually when required
XGet-Torrent Servicewakeservice.exeGet-Torrent bittorrent client - Installs LOP adware
YGetcaInfoMyCa.exe"Monitor for a Belkin USB Wireless adapter"
UGetITGetIT.exe"""HP GET-IT (Graduate Entrepreneurship Training through Information Technologies) empowers under- or unemployed young people with business and IT skills - helping them find a job or start their own businesses"""
XGetitAll"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
XGetModule18GetModule18.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetModule19GetModule19.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetModule20GetModule20.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetModule21GetModule21.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetModule23GetModule23.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related"
XGetModule24GetModule24.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetModule25GetModule25.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetModule27GetModule27.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related"
XGetModule29GetModule29.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetModule30GetModule30.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related"
XGetMP3"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
XGetPack18GetPack18.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetPack19GetPack19.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetPack20GetPack20.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetPack21GetPack21.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetPack22GetPack22.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related"
XGetPack23GetPack23.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related"
XGetPack24GetPack24.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related - see example here"
XGetPack25GetPack25.exe"Internet Speed Monitor adware related"
UGetRightGetRight.exe"GetRight from Headlight Software - shareware download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. The Pro version adds uploading and other features. Earlier 4.x versions included ads
UGetRight - Tray Icongetright.exe"Entry added with older versions of the GetRight download manager from Headlight Software
XGetTheMusic"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
UGetting started with MacDriveMDGetStarted.exe"MacDrive 7 from Mediafour Corporation - ""enables anyone using Windows Vista
XgetwinwinB_.exe"Added by the BANKER-HS TROJAN!"
Xgfxtray"rundll32 ctccw32.dllfindwnd"
XGhost AntivirusGhostAV.exe"Ghost Antivirus rogue security software - not recommended
XGhost Relay[random filename]"Added by the DNSCHANG.EK TROJAN!"
UGhostSecuritySuitegss.exe"Ghost Security Suite - protect the registry from unauthorized reading and modification and other tools"
NGhostStartServiceGhostStartService.exe"Required to run the Windows based wizard in Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version. Will start automatically when you run the wizard"
NGhostStartTrayAppGhostStartTrayApp.exe"System Tray access to Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version"
YGhostSurfDelSatelliteDeleteSatellite.exe"Part of SpyCatcher spyware remover from Tenebril. Prevents rogue programs from sending personal information to a remote user via the Internet. If you use SpyCatcher with real time scanning
Xgigabit.exegigabit.exe"Added by the BEAGLE.U WORM!"
XGigaByteCheatle.exe"Added by the SHODI.B VIRUS!"
UGiganews AcceleratorGiganewsAccelerator.exe"Giganews Accelerator from Giganews
YGilat SOM Enumeratordllhost.exeFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system
YGilatFTCftc.exeFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system
Xgimmygames[path to trojan]"Added by the DLOADR-LN TROJAN!"
XGinaDllntgina.dll"Added by the ANIG.A WORM!"
XGLF Network Lan MonitorNPFMNTOR.exe"Added by the RBOT-AGY WORM!"
XGlobal StartupWinDash.EXE"Detected by Kaspersky as the VB.Q WORM!"
XGlock Suite 1.1glock32.exe"Added by the TINY.GV TROJAN!"
XGLSetIT32msiexec16.exe"Added by the OPTIX PRO TROJAN!"
XGLSetIT32isass.exe"Added by a variant of the OPTIX PRO TROJAN!"
XGLSetT32smsiexec.exe"Added by the OPTIX-D TROJAN!"
UGnetmousgnetmous.exe"Genius mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features"
UGNETMOUSEgnetmouse.exe"Genius mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features"
XGNP Generic Host Processsvchost.exe"Added by the ZAPCHAS-F BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!"
XGo And Startsvdll32.exe"Added by the RBOT.AI BACKDOOR!"
XGo!Zilla Monster DownloadsGo.exeDownload manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware
UGoBackGBTray.exe"System Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users
UGoBack Tray IconGBTray.exe"Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users
XGoldenAntiSpypgs.exe"GoldenAntiSpy rogue security software - not recommended. A member of the AVSystemCare family"
UGoldensoft_MndlSvrMndlSvr.exe"Goldensoft CD Ghost related - turns a computer into a 200X-speed CD-ROM tower. Working from the hard drive
UGoogle DesktopGoogleDesktop.exe"Google Desktop - ""a desktop search application that provides full text search over your email
UGoogle Desktop SearchGoogleDesktop.exe"Google Desktop - ""a desktop search application that provides full text search over your email
XGoogle Earth[random filename]"Added by the RBOT-AXK TROJAN!"
NGoogle Earth ViewerGOOGLEMAPS.EXE"Google Earth ""combines satellite imagery
UGoogle IME AutoupdaterGooglePinyinDaemon.exe"Google Pinyin Input Method Editor (IME) - allows a user to input Chinese characters by entering the pinyin of a Chinese character (with or without tone
Xgoogle Intrenet Explorergoogle.pif"Added by the RBOT-ARA WORM!"
XGoogle serviceGooglesetup.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-RJ WORM!"
Xgoogle toolbarggtb32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-RR WORM!"
NGoogle UpdateGoogleUpdate.exe"Update manager for the range of tools available from Google - such as the Chrome web browser and Picasa photo manager. Located in %AppData%\Google\Update"
XGoogle UpdateGoogleUpdate.exe"Added by the BUZUS.DBFM TROJAN! Note - this is not the valid Google program which is normally located in %AppData%\Google\Update. This version resides in %System%"
NGoogle UpdaterGOOGLE~1.EXE"Downloads and installs updates for Google applications (Google Earth
NGoogle UpdaterGoogleUpdater.exe"Downloads and installs updates for Google applications (Google Earth
XGoogleBot.exeGoogleBot.exe"Added by the GB TROJAN!"
NGoogleDCClientGoogleDCC.exe"Google Compute Client - only present if you installed the Google Toolbar with ""Google Compute"" client active. Does complex calculations in the background when idle. If you want to turn it off go to your browser
UGoogleDesktopGoogleDesktop.exe"Google Desktop - ""a desktop search application that provides full text search over your email
Ugoogletalkgoogletalk.exe"Google Talk ""enables you to call or send instant messages to your friends for free-anytime
UGoogleToolbarNotifierGoogleToolbarNotifier.exe"Part of Google Toolbar (from version 4 onwards) for IE. ""Google Toolbar Notifier allows you to set Google as your default search engine and prevents your search settings from being changed without your consent. An icon in your system tray blinks if the Notifier identifies an attempt to change your default search engine. You can click the icon to get more details and allow the change"". There was a bug in earlier versions where disabling the option resulted in the entry still running at startup but this has now been resolved"
XGoogleUpdater3GoogleMapper.exe"Added by the ROUTROBOT WORM!"
Xgotnewupdate000.exegotnewupdate000.exe"Added by the FAKEAV-BGA TROJAN!"
UGoToMyPCg2svc.exe"ExpertCity GoToMyPc logon - web-based remote-access solution that allows individuals and companies to register their computers online and then securely access those computers from any web browser"
UGoTrustedGoTrusted Secure Tunnel.exe"""GoTrusted is the fast
XGotSmileyGotSmiley.exe"GotSmiley - ad supported program that provides the user with smileys for use in emails. Not recommended. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
Xgovurarope"Rundll32.exe retasevo.dlls"
XGP Updatergpupdater.exe"Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here"
?gramdate2Stop.exe"??"
XGraphic Loaderntvdm32.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XGraphic Updateopenglx.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.AMU WORM!"
XGraphics_default.pif"Added by the AUTOSKY WORM!"
XGraphics adapter servicewindll.exe"Added by the ATNAS.A WORM!"
UGravis Xperience Driver SupportGrxp4exe.exe"Driver for Gravis game controllers such as the Eliminator Aftershock. Must be loaded if you run the supplied application software for the controller to be recognized. Start it manually via a shortcut if not used"
XGreasyPalmUpdateGreasyPalmUpdate.exe"SearchFast adware"
XGreatDefenderGreatDefender.exe"GreatDefender rogue security software - not recommended
XGreatDefender.exeGreatDefender.exe"GreatDefender rogue security software - not recommended
XGreatDownloads"rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dllDllMostrar"
NGreetings WorkshopGWREMIND.EXEYou really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources?
Xgremierwscript.exe gpremier.vbs"Added by the GPREMIER WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""gpremier.vbs"" file is located in %System%"
XGremlinintrenat.exe"Added by the DOOMJUICE WORM!"
Xgrgtgvgb.exe[random].exe"Added by the AGENT-EBF TROJAN!"
NGroksterGrokster.exe"Grokster Peer-To-Peer File Sharing program"
YGroove Virtual OfficeGroove.exe"""Groove Virtual Office uses a peer-to-peer networking model to connect users in Groove Workspaces. In these workspaces geographically dispersed coworkers can do almost everything they could do in the same office. They can hold online meetings
UGrooveMonitorGrooveMonitor.exe"Part of MS Office Groove - a stand-alone product or included with the Enterprise/Ultimate versions of MS Office 2007. ""A collaboration software program that helps teams work together dynamically and effectively
UGrooveMonitor UtilityGrooveMonitor.exe"Part of MS Office Groove - a stand-alone product or included with the Enterprise/Ultimate versions of MS Office 2007. ""A collaboration software program that helps teams work together dynamically and effectively
UGroupWise PDA Connect - 3CmPlmAutoDet.exe"3Com Palm PC specific translator for the GroupWise PDA Connect PDA synchronisation utility from Novell"
UGroupWise PDA Connect - GrpWseAgnt.exe"GroupWise PDA Connect PDA synchronisation utility - from Novell"
UGroupWise PDA Connect - PocketPCAUTODE~1.EXE"Windows Mobile Pocket PC specific translator for the GroupWise PDA Connect PDA synchronisation utility from Novell"
UGroupWise PDA Connect - ScheduleSyncSCHEDU~1.EXE"ScheduleSync specific translator for the GroupWise PDA Connect PDA synchronisation utility from Novell"
?GSISETUP[path] GsiInst.exe INSTALL [path] V205Res 13"BT Voyager ADSL modem related - what does it do and is it required?"
Xgssomaticgssomatic.exe"Searchcentrix hijacker"
YgStartgStart.exegStart GPS software from Garmin
XGStartupGMT.exe"Gator spyware component - see here. Please note that Claria Corporation no longer support GAIN-Supported software - see here"
XGTGT.EXE"Added by the SDBOT-AJ WORM!"
XGT15J4R49Vcpuserv.exeIdentified as a variant of the Trojan.Win32.Radi.gu malware
UGTVEpgGTVEpg.exe"Part of Got All Media - control your TV tuner and other utilities from your PC"
UGTVRecGTVRec.exe"Part of Got All Media - control your TV tuner and other utilities from your PC"
NGtwatchgtwatch.exeAssociated with a Mustec scanner and not required
Xgtydfiisca.exe"Added by the CLAGGER-BB TROJAN!"
Xgtydfiscca.exe"Added by the DWNLDR-GTK TROJAN!"
Xgtydfggrrgg.exe"Added by the DLOADR-AZK TROJAN!"
XGuardCenterGuardCenter.exe"GuardCenter rogue security software - not recommended"
YGuardGui ApplicationGuardGui.exe"System Tray access to the main user interface for Ashampoo® AntiVirus from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG."
UGuardian PC Security ToolsPfft.exe"Boomerang Software's Guardian PC Security Tools - now rebranded as the eXtendia Security Suite"
Xguarnsetguarnset.exe"Adlogix adware"
UGuruNetGuruNet.exe"GuruNet lets you click on any word on your screen to get the relevant information you want"
XGustavVED[filename].exe"Added by the OPASERV.H WORM!"
Ygw port controllerPORTCT95.EXE"From a visitor - "I must keep it active in start up or my Lexmark printer and RCA Cam program cannot discover a working port to work". From the file properties
NGWInkMonitorGWInkMonitor.exe"Gateway ink monitor - makes an annoying popup that says your printer may be running out of ink
Xgwizntsystem.exe"Added by the NITWIZ.A TROJAN!"
XG_HostgHost.exe"Added by the AUTOIT-BP WORM!"
UH/PC Connection AgentWCESCOMM.EXE"Connection manager for Microsoft ActiveSync - mobile device synchronization software for Windows XP (and earlier)
Xh4te Service Driversh4te.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
Xhachimitsu-lemonhachimitsu-lemon.exe"Added by the HACHILEM TROJAN!"
XHackMuFptHackMuFpt.exe"Added by the SCLOG-AG TROJAN!"
Xhagentavp.exe"Added by the ""Herman Agent"" remote access TROJAN!"
UHalifaxHowardClusterskinkers.exe"""Howard the Weatherman"" desktop client from Halifax by Skinkers - marketing/messaging tool. Leave enabled if you want to receive messages"
UHaMFrontPanelhampanel.exe"Displays a panel simulating modem lights for the Intel HaM internal modem. The lights are useful as a reminder to disconnect from the net if you are likely to forget
UHandy Backup 3.9hbagent.exe"Handy Backup - automatic backup of your critical data to virtually any type of storage media including CD-RW devices and remote FTP servers"
XHanUpdatehanz.exe"Added by the RBOT-GLJ WORM!"
NHard Disk SentinelHDSentinel.exe"Hard Disk Sentinel - a multi-OS hard disk drive monitoring application. Its goal is to find
XHard drive Controllerhdcontroller.exe"Added by the KIMAN.B WORM!"
UHardware DoctorHwdoctor.exe"Winbond Hardware Doctor - as included on some motherboard using Winbond's hardware monitoring chips. Displays fan speeds
XHardware Monitor Servicemshms.exe"Added by the WOLLF-A TROJAN!"
UHardware Sensors Monitorhmonitor.exeUtility to monitor fan speed and temperatures - similar to Motherboard Monitor. Only required if you're concerned about your system temperature - typically for "overclocked" systems
XHardware Shell DetectionWinHSD.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
UHarmony 98 - CasioOrgCasAgnt.exe"Enterprise Harmony 98 for CASIO - synchronization software for use with Microsoft® Outlook 97/98/2000"
XHataDuzelticisiSysRep.exe"HataDuzelticisi
XHATAPE[path to trojan]"Added by the BANKER-QF TROJAN!"
UHawkEye IV Control PanelHAWK_32.EXE"Control Panel application for the old Number Nine graphics cards to change resolution
UHawking HWU54G UtilityHWU54G.exe"Wireless management utility for the HWU54G Mini Wireless-G USB Adapter from Hawking Technologies
UHawking Wireless UtilityHWU8DD.exe"Wireless management utility for the HWU8DD Hi-Gain™ USB Wireless-G Dish Adapter from Hawking Technologies
XHbinstHbinst.exe"Hotbar adware"
NHCDetectHCDetect.exe"MS HomeClick Network - simple home network setup and configuration program included with 3Com HomeConnect home networking products. Runs in the background for network printer notification
Uhcentertgcmd.exe"Part of software from SupportSoft (aka Support.com) provided to manufacturers and ISPs that allows them to offer on-line support - to update drivers
Uhcenterhcenter.exe"Bellsouth help center. Part of software from SupportSoft (aka Support.com) provided to manufacturers and ISPs that allows them to offer on-line support - to update drivers
UHcontrolhcontrol.exeHotkeys on an ASUS Notebook. Only required if you use the additional keys
UHControlUserHControlUser.exeHotkeys on an ASUS Notebook. Only required if you use the additional keys
Nhcsystrayhc_tray.exe"Kuma Notifier for the Shootout! game from the History Channel. ""It lets you know whenever there's a new episode that's been released or an announcement from the Kuma team. Just click it to get up-to-the-minute game and event information"""
NHD Audio Control PanelRtHDVCpl.exe"Realtek HD Audio Manager
NHDAShCutHDAShCut.exeHigh definition audio page shortcut for Realtek audio devices - not required
UHDDControlGuardHDDControlGuard.exe"Part of Ashampoo® HDD Control from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - a hard drive monitoring utility which also incorporates defragmentation and cleaners for browsing history and unnecessary files. This entry loads the Ashampoo HDD Control Guard component on startup which runs in the background and monitors the hard drives and provides System Tray access"
UHDDControlGuard.exeHDDControlGuard.exe"Part of Ashampoo® HDD Control from Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG - a hard drive monitoring utility which also incorporates defragmentation and cleaners for browsing history and unnecessary files. This entry loads the Ashampoo HDD Control Guard component on startup which runs in the background and monitors the hard drives and provides System Tray access"
UHDDHealthhddhealth.exe"HDD Health is a ""full-featured failure-prediction agent for machines using Windows 95
?HDhelptbhdhelp.exe"Associated with Philips Edge series soundcards. Is it required?"
Xhdlfoe df98ndfsvchots.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
Xhdlpscom[8 random letters].exe"Added by the RBOT-FUL WORM!"
NHDtrayHDtray.exePhilips Edge Series Control Panel Tray Utility - system tray icon for a Philips Edge series soundcards. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
XHekio StartupsHnksvc32.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-QE WORM!"
XHELLBOT TEST1hellbot.exe"Added by the MYDOOM.BO WORM!"
XHELLBOT3coolbot.exe"Added by the MYTOB.AB WORM!"
Xhellfiresvchost.exe"Added by the LEOX.D TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
Xhellodollyshost.exe"Added by the YODO WORM!"
XHelloInthello3.exe"Added by the CASAL.A TROJAN!"
Xhelloworldnb32ext2.exe"Added by the MYDOOM.BV WORM!"
Xhelloworldnb32ext3.exe"Added by the MYTOB.JT WORM!"
Xhelloworld3nb32ext4.exe"Added by the RITDOOR.A WORM!"
?Helphelpext.exe"??"
XHelplshost.exeIdentified as a variant of the Trojan-Clicker.Win32.Delf.aro malware
XHelp Temp Filesnetreg.exe"Added by the FORBOT-EM WORM!"
XHelp Temp Filesemp32.exe"Added by the FORBOT-EC WORM!"
UHelpCentersprtcmd.exe /P HelpCenter"Self-help support tool for BellSouth's FastAccess® DSL (now owned by AT&T) broadband service (provided by SupportSoft
UHelpCenter4.1sprtcmd.exe /P HelpCenter4.1"Self-help support tool for BellSouth's FastAccess® DSL (now owned by AT&T) broadband service (provided by SupportSoft
Xhelpctl.exehelpctl.exe"Added by the GASLIDE TROJAN!"
XHELPERNetherlands.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant"
XHELPERtemp532.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant"
Xhelper.dllrundll32.exe [path] helper.dll"CnsMin (Chinese Keywords) hijacker related. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted"
Xheomstoolheomstool.exe"Added by the HEOMS TROJAN!"
YHEProtectHSockPE.exe"Part of the AntiSpam function of the HAURI ViRobot Desktop internet security suite"
XhErcUnessofthost.exe"Added by the GARROCH WORM!"
XHewlett Packard Managerhpmanager.exe"Added by the MYTOB.KE WORM! Note - this is not a valid Hewlett-Packard program"
NHewlett Packard RecorderRemind32.exeHP multifunction registration
XHF Securityhfsecure.exe"Added by the AGOBOT-TI WORM!"
XhfdtubvnxkeepSafe.exe"Added by the KILLAV.KAX TROJAN!"
XhgkytwekeepSafe.exe"Added by the KILLAV.KAX TROJAN!"
NHGTXPEIFirstReboot.exeHerucles Audio tool for the Hercules Game Theater XP soundcard. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
XHhjg5jfd93dftdfwinlogan.exe"Added by the ERTFOR.A TROJAN!"
Xhhtnsnrnxntup.exe"Added by a variant of the ORCU.B TROJAN!"
?HiberMonitorHCount.exe"??"
UHibernationhib32.exe"Reduces the power consumption when the laptop isn't being used to preserve battery power. Similar programs on other laptops reduce the processor clock rate
UHide and Protect any Drives for Win95/98/Me/2k/XPHPDAgent.exe"Loads Hide and Protect any Drives - which allows you to ""Protect Hard drive
XHideRun.exeHiderun.exe and svhost.exe and pro.gif"Added by the BOOHOO WORM!"
XHideStyleAnte Browse Trust.exe"IE toolbar taking you to Lop.com. If the exe is running
UHidetools Spy Monitorwmispe.exe"HideTools Spy Monitor surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
XHidup_SusahPembantu.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC.BDM WORM!"
Xhid_startgzmrotate.dll"AdRotator/IconAds adware"
UHigh Definition Audio Property Page ShortcutCHDAudPropShortcut.exe"Realtek audio card related. Probably adds the odd feature to one of the ""Sounds"" Control Panel applet tabs - doesn't appear to be required"
NHigh Definition Audio Property Page ShortcutHDAShCut.exeHigh definition audio page shortcut for Realtek audio devices - not required
UHigh Definition Audio Property Page ShortcutCHDAudPropShortcut.exe"Realtek audio card related. Probably adds the odd feature to one of the ""Sounds"" Control Panel applet tabs - doesn't appear to be required"
YHighPoint ATA RAID Management Softwareraidman.exe"HighPoint RAID management - hard disk striping/mirroring utility for increased performance and reliability. See here for more information on RAID"
XHighspeeddownloaderSetupClickHere.EXE"Homepage hijacker
UHijackThisHijackThis.exe"""HijackThis is a free utility which quickly scans your Windows computer to find settings that may have been changed by spyware
UHijackThis startup scanHijackThis.exe"""HijackThis is a free utility which quickly scans your Windows computer to find settings that may have been changed by spyware
Xhimem.exe[path to worm]"Added by the STRATION-FW WORM!"
XHistoriaLout.GDC.exe"HistoriaLout. rogue privacy tool - not recommended. A member of the PCPrivacyTool family"
NHistoryKillhistkill.exe"HistoryKill removes your web surfing path by removing the URL drop-list history
UHitman Pro SurfRight Helpersrhelper.exe"Hitman Pro - a utility to start a number of Security Protection software. They can be started individualy"
XHitQHitQ.exe"Hijacker
UHitwarePKLiteHITWAR~1.EXE"Hitware Popup Killer Lite"
XHKLMRunwindowsupdate.exe"Added by the FORBOT-BJ WORM (where HKLM\Run represents HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run)!"
XHKLM\Runsvhost.exe"Added by the FORBOT-AO BACKDOOR (where HKLM\\Run represents HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SOFTWARE\\Microsoft\\Windows\\CurrentVersion\\Run)!"
XHLcleanuphlsetup2.exe"LinkReplacer/FFinder adware"
Xhlhtxo.exehlhtxo.exe"Added by the QLOWZONES-27 TROJAN!"
XHLL Data Parameterhllcxpa.exe"Added by the RBOT.AFG WORM!"
XHMI PowerSystemhmisvc32.exe"Added by the RANDEX.CZZ WORM!"
UHmonitorHmonitor.exeHardware sensor monitoring program. Only required if you overclock your system and want to check on the status
Xho2stdll.exeho2stdll.exe"Added by the BANKER-HO TROJAN!"
NHoliday LightsHoliday Lights.exe"Holiday Lights from Tiger Technologies. Festive desktop enhancement that adds lights. Available via Start -> Programs"
XHollabackslvhosts.exe"Added by the SDBOT.BMO WORM!"
XHome Antivirus 2010HomeAntivirus2010.exe"Home Antivirus 2010 rogue security software - not recommended
NHome Theater SchSvrSchSvr.exe"WinScheduler is installed with Home Theater Remote Control for WinDVD from Intervideo. If you want to schedule recordings from your TV tuner card
XHomeAntivirus 2009HomeAntivirus2009.exe"HomeAntivirus 2009 rogue security software - not recommended
?HomeCentre WakeUpLGWAKEUP.EXE"Associated with the no longer supported Xerox HomeCentre printer/scanner"
XHomeland NetworkHomelandNetwork.exeHomeland Network Notifier - pops ads
Xhomepage.monitor.exeisamonitor.exe"Added by the ZLOB.MEDIA-CODEC TROJAN! This purports to be a Windows Media Player upgrade (with names such as ""iCodecPack""
UHook99startuphk2re.exe""Hook99 enables the user to customize the start button. You can change or remove the text and replace the Windows flag on button with icon of your choice. Supports Windows icons
UHornetMonitorMntrHrnt.exe"Hornet Monitor - monitoring system that detects and responds to unauthorized access attempts and sources of channel interference on any local DSSS network"
YHorngTech4Dbally4d.exeHorngTech 4D mouse driver
XHostN/A"Added by the POPDIS or STARTPAGE.F TROJANS!"
Xhosthelp.exeIESearchToolbar parasite. Identified by Ewido Security Suite (Ewido is now part of AVG Technologies) as the DELF.LF TROJAN!
XHost Processmame.exe"Added by the RBOT-APO WORM!"
XHost Processsvchost.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.AGF BACKDOOR! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in the Fonts directory"
XHost Process for Windows Taskstaskhost.exe"Added by the BREDO-AI WORM! Note - this is not the valid Windows 7 process which has the same filename and the file description is also ""Host Process for Windows Tasks"". It is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
Xhostdll.exehostdll.exe"Added by the BANKER-BO TROJAN!"
UHostManagerAOLHostManager.exe"Manages a component essential to the operation of most current AOL software. If you remove it from startup it will load when IE is launched
NHostManagerAOLSoftware.exe"Quoted from AOL Beta Team
XHostname Manager Serverhost32srv.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
XHostren.exeHostren.exe"Added by PWS.BANKER.F
Xhostservhostserv.exe"Added by the RBOT.BPZ WORM!"
Xhostservwiz98.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
UHostsFileMgrwinHostsEdit.exe"AdBin from Gilmore Software Development. An easy solution to managing your Window's hosts file"
UHostsManhm.exe"""HostsMan is a freeware application that lets you manage your Hosts file with ease"". It is mainly intended to block specific domains (mostly advertising servers) by redirecting them to localhost
XHostSrvsachostx.exe"Added by the LOOKSKY.H WORM! Drops multiple files in %System%"
XHostSrvsachostx.exe"Added by the LOOKSKY.A or LOOKSKY.F or LOOKSKY.G WORMS!"
XHostSrvsachostx.exe..."Added by the LOOKSKY.E WORM!"
XHostSVC syseHostSVC.exe"Added by the RBOT-ANZ WORM!"
XHot 8.0 Livehot.exe"Added by the BANKER.EIE TROJAN!"
UHot CornersHotc.exe"Hot Corners - ""lets you quickly activate or disable your screen saver by moving the mouse into a given corner of the screen"""
XHOT FIXGothic.exe"Added by the SDBOT.FIR WORM!"
XHOT FIXfilename.exe"Added by the SDBOT-DKM WORM!"
XHOT FIXE0chis.exe"Added by the HUPIGON.JTY TROJAN!"
XHOT FIXQOching.exe"Added by the WOOTBOT.VH WORM!"
XHOT FIXView.exe"Added by the WOOTBOT.BN WORM!"
XHOT FIXwindsys2.exe"Added by the AGOBOT.AOI BACKDOOR!"
XHot InsideHottest Story Ever.exe"Added by the BHARAT.A WORM!"
UHot Key Kbd 2690 DaemonSK2690DM.EXEMulti-function keyboard driver. Allows the use of programmable keys on mulimedia keyboards. Required if you use the additional keys
UHot Key Kbd 9910 DaemonSK9910DM.exeMulti-function keyboard driver. Allows the use of programmable keys on mulimedia keyboards. Required if you use the additional keys
?Hot Party 22hotpart22.exe"??"
XHotAction_hrhotaction_hr.exe"Added by the SITEICON-B DIALER! An uninstall option can be accessed via the Add or Remove Programs dialog in the Windows Control Panel. The software is listed as ""HotAction_hr"""
XHotbarHbinst.exe"Hotbar adware"
XHotbarHbOEAddOn.exe"Hotbar adware"
XHotbarOEOEAddOn.exe"Hotbar adware"
XHotbarSAHotbarSA.exe"Hotbar adware"
Xhotdlllremote.cmd"Added by the BANKER-EHG TROJAN!"
Xhotdlllvmmreg32.exe"BANKER.DX spyware"
Xhotefixmsnmanegers.exe"Added by the IRCBRUTE.AS TROJAN!"
Xhotfixmsnnmaneger.exe"Added by the WOOTBOT.AF WORM!"
XHotfix Updatsvdhost32.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.ZW WORM!"
UHOTFOON2hotfoon4.exe"Related to Hotfoon - a developer and provider of Internet Telephony technology based on LTP (Lightweight Telephony Protocol)"
UHotIDEhotide.exeHotIDE allows Acer TravelMate owners to hot-swap external drives without switching of their notebooks
UHotkeyAppHotkeyApp.exe"Programmable keys on Acer
UHotKeysCmdshkcmd.exe"Hot Key handler for Intel desktop and mobile motherboard chipsets with integrated graphics. With this enabled
XHotKeysCmds[path to worm]"Added by the PAHATIA-A WORM!"
XHotPixhotpix.exeAdult content dialler
Xhotplughotplug.exe"Added by the SILLYDL TROJAN!"
UHotplughot_plug.exe"Related to the SiS_Hot_Plug_Application. Enables automated driver loading for hotpluggable devices. If this service is stopped
NHotSync Managerhotsync.exeInstalled when connecting a Palm HotSync cradle up to a USB port. The Blue and Red Arrow Icon that enables Palm / Handspring Synchronizing. Available via Start → Programs
Xhotwetlovehotwetlove.exeAdult content dialler. Will not uninstall - components have to be manually deleted
XHot_KissHot_Kiss.exeAdult content dialler
XHot_TartsHot_Tarts.exeAdult content dialler
XHot_Tarts_**Hot_Tarts_**.exePremium rate adult content dialer (where * is a random char)
XHot_Tarts_AuHot_Tarts_Au.exePremium rate adult content dialler
XHot_Tarts_mcHot_Tarts_mc.exe"HotTarts adult content dialer"
UHP AutoIndexerhppautoindexer.exe"Installed by HP multi-function printer driver software
NHP CD Writerhpcdtray.exeSystem Tray access to a HP CD-Writer's functions. Available via Start -> Programs
NHP CD-DVDhpcdtray.exeSystem Tray access to a HP CD-Writer's functions. Available via Start -> Programs
NHP CD-Writerhpcdtray.exeSystem Tray access to a HP CD-Writer's functions. Available via Start -> Programs
Xhp centerBACKWEB-*****.exe"See here - ""messaging service that automatically sends you support information
Nhp center UIShadowBar.exe"User Interface for HP Center - see here"
NHP Component Managerhpcmpmgr.exe"Checks the internet for updated drivers/utilities for your HP product - update manually. Disabling will remove the error ""Windows can't shutdown the computer because hpcmpmgr.exe can't be ended"""
XHP DeskjetHP_DeskJet_500.exe"Added by the FORBOT-DA WORM!"
XHP Desktopccappms.exe"Added by the SDBOT-TG WORM!"
UHP Digital Imaging Monitorhpqtra08.exe"System Tray access to HP Director. Required if you prefer to use the all-in-one buttons to manually scan documents or transfer photos froma camera
UHP Display Settingshpdisply.exe"Sets default display settings. Unchecking this item has been reported to cure a ""Problem sending command to keyboard"" error message"
UHP Health Check ScheduleHPHC_Scheduler.exeHP Health Check Scheduler from Hewlett-Packard
NHP Image Zone Fast Starthpqthb08.exe"Improves the startup time of HP Image Zone. If you disable it
UHP Instant Supportmatcli.exe""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
NHP Internet CenterSURFBRD.EXELoads the HP Internet center surfboard on startup. HP Internet Center allows you to customize the multimedia keys on the fly without having to go the Control Panel --> Keyboards to change them
NHP JetDiscoveryHPJETDSC.EXEHP JetAdmin software which monitors printing jobs on a network environment
NHP JetSpeed AutostartAUTOSTART.EXEAutostart executable for the old multiplayer game HP Jetspeed
UHP Laser Jet Directorhppdirector.exe"System Tray icon that opens various functions such as copy
?HP Network Registry Agenthpnra.exe"??"
?HP OfficeJet Series xxx StartupHPOSTR03.EXE"xxx represents the series number - such as 700. What does it do and it it required?"
?HP OfficeJet Series xxx StartupHPOstr05.exe"xxx represents the series number - such as 700. What does it do and it it required?"
NHP Parallel Port Testhppt.exeAssociated with a HP ScanJet scanner
XHP Photo ManagerHPPhotoManager.exe"Added by the SDBOT.AXU WORM!"
NHP Photosmart Premier Fast Starthpqthb08.exe"Improves the startup time of HP Image Zone. If you disable it
?HP Port Resolverhpbpro.exe"??"
NHP Presentation ReadyPresRdy.exeHP Omnibook related: "Press a dedicated button above the keyboard and the system will instantly load your presentation software and change the screen resolution to match your display device"
UHP ScanPatchHPScanFix.exe"Program that starts up and automatically fixes earlier versions of the Scanjet 5100c software. If a Scanjet 5100C scanner is not going to be used
NHP ScanPicturehpsplmwa.exeHP multifunction scanner software. Available from HP Office Jet R Toolbox so not required
?hp Silent ServiceHpSrvUI.exe"HP related"
NHP Simple TraxHpcron.exeSupplied with HP CD-RW drives - stores information about CD contents on your hard drive. Available via Start -> Programs or Desktop Icon
NHP software updateHPWuSchd2.exeHP software updates. If a shortcut doesn't exist create your own and run it manually
NHP software updateHPWuSchd.exe"HP software updates. If a shortcut doesn't exist
NHP Statushpstatus.exeHP Printer Status and Alerts
?HP Status Serverhpboid.exe"Copied during installation of HP Inkjet Printer Drivers in Win2K/XP. What does it do and is it required?"
UHP TV NowHpTvNow.exeApplication supplied with HP notebooks. It activates the S-Video port and is said to improve the quality of the output signal (resolution/timeouts)
XHP Update AssistantHPAware.exeAdded by the MRO TROJAN!
NHP Updates??"On HP PCs
?HP Visualize InitHpVisIni.exe"HP Visualize software related. What does it do and is it required?"
NHP-Aio FlightRemind32.exeHP multifunction registration
?HPAiODevice(hp officejet g series)hpoavn07.exe"HP Printer related
NHPAiODevice(hp psc 900 series) -1hpobrt07.exe"Installed with a Hewlett Packard 900 series colour printer
NHPAIO_PrintFolderMgrhpoopm07.exe"Directly from HP: "This process has one purpose - detects if the device moves to a different port
UHPBootOpHPBootOp.exe"""HP Boot Optimizer intelligently and dynamically launches software during startup
UHPDAgentHPDAgent.exe"Loads Hide and Protect any Drives - which allows you to ""Protect Hard drive
Xhpdeskjethpdeskjet.exe"Added by the GENOME.AQUV TROJAN!"
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb01.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb02.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb04.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb05.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb07.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb09.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb06.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb08.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb03.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb10.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb11.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb12.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPDJ Taskbar Utilityhpztsb13.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
UHPGamesActiveMenuActiveMenu.exeWild Tangent demo games that come with some HP computers. Unchecking it can prevent the games from running occasionally. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
?hpjsiroutehpjsira.exe"Related to HP laserjet printers and IP addresses. An IP address is appended to the name field - ie "hpjsiroute192.168.1.2""
UHPLaptopGamesActiveMenuActiveMenu.exeWild Tangent demo games that come with some HP computers. Unchecking it can prevent the games from running occasionally. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy used to state that they also collect and share individuals information but this is no longer the case
YHPLJ ConfigSetConfig.exeConnects system to networked HP printer.
UHPMVTrayHPMVTray.exe"HP Media Vault Networked Storage Device - System Tray management utility"
XHPNThpdll.exe"Malware downloader - detected by Kaspersky as the VB.KU TROJAN!"
Nhpoddt01.exeN/A"Installed by the ""HP Photo and Imaging Director"" software. If you ask for the imaging software
Uhpoddt01.exehpotdd01.exe"Detection of new imaging
Yhpppthpppt.exeRelated to the drivers for HP ScanJet scanners
YhppptaHPPPTA.exeHP parallel port driver for certain hardware
XHpPrinterhpserver.exe"Added by the CMJSPY-W TROJAN!"
NHPPROPTYHPPROPTY.EXE"HP LaserJet Toolbox"
UHPSCANMonitorhpsjvxd.exeHP scanning software that enables you to scan images from your scanner. Needed if you're using the scanner
?hpScannerFirstBootscannerfb.exe"HP scanner related"
NHPStarthpstart.wsfThis a script used by HP that runs the first time one of their computers is started. Can't imagine why it would be starting up after the first boot
Xhptoolshptools.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
Xhptoolsmicrosoft.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
NHPUProvenTactics.exe"Proven Internet Marketing software"
UhpWirelessAssistantHP Wireless Assistant.exeThe HP Wireless Assistant is a user application that provides a way to control the enablement of individual wireless devices (such as Bluetooth or WLAN devices) and that shows the state of the radios for these wireless devices
UhpWirelessAssistantHPWAMain.exeWireless application bundled with HP computers that allows you to control different settings on the computer's wireless devices such as Bluetooth and WLAN
NHPZTS04hpzts04.exeHewlett Packard printer toolbox shortcut that resides in the system tray
Uhpztsb02hpztsb02.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
Uhpztsb04hpztsb04.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
Uhpztsb05hpztsb05.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
Uhpztsb07hpztsb07.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
Uhpztsb09hpztsb09.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
Uhpztsbolhpztsbol.exeHP System Tray utility which allows diagnostic and maintainance of your HP Deskjet series printer
NHP_dladlatray.exe"On HP PCs
XHP_runnerfront.exe"Added by the SILLYFDC WORM!"
Nhqtrayhqtray.exe"VMware Host Network Access Status Tray Application - part of both VMware Player (from version 2.0) and Workstation (until version 6.5) - which allow you to ""run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single PC."" It's function is uknown at present and it displays no tray icon as the name suggests. Can be disabled without affecting the operation of either product"
XHrn_qtvhrnsvc32.exe"Added by the SDBOT-AET WORM!"
Xhsimtoolbar.exeUnidentified malware
UHSTranshstrans.exe"Homescan Internet Transporter - part of ACNielson Homescan. Recognizes when the ACNielsen Homescan Scanner is attached to the computer and allows it to transmit scanner information to ACNielsen"
?HsuGuiControlHsuGuiControl.exe"Part of the Starband Internet satellite client. What does it do and is it required?"
UHtinpdor.exe"Appears in startup if you have chosen to participate in on survey by NPD Online Research. Required for the survey to work correctly. Otherwise not required"
XHTML Help Systemhhs.pif"Added by the RBOT-ATB WORM!"
XHTML32 Help Systemhhs32.pif"Added by the RBOT-ATE WORM!"
UHTpatchhtpatch.exeHTpatch.exe is part of the SiS AGP patch - BUT unless your processor (and motherboard) supports HyperThreading (HT) and this feature is enabled it will actually SLOW your graphics card by around 6%
XHtProtectAVprotect.exe"Added by the NETSKY.L WORM!"
Xhtssv32.exehtssv32.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT TROJAN!"
XHTTP Tunneling Servermstunnel.exe"Added by the RBOT.EDL WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beLienVandeKelder.exe"Added by the MYTOB-AZ WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beLien Van de Kelder.exe"Added by the MYTOB-AP WORM and variants!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beLien Vande Kelder.exe"Added by the MYTOB-AQ WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beLien vd Kelder.exe"Added by the MYTOB-M WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beLien.exe"Added by the MYTOB-CZ WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beLientjeuh.exe"Added by the MYTOB-P WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beLienVdK.exe"Added by the MYTOB-U WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beVan de Kelder Lien.exe"Added by the MYTOB-BF WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.beWe Love Lien Van de Kelder.exe"Added by the MYTOB-CV WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.comLien Van de Kelder.exe"Added by the MYTOB-EQ WORM!"
Xhttp://www.lienvandekelder.com/LienVandeKelder.exe"Added by the MYTOB-EO WORM!"
Xhttpdc_pan.exeAdded by a variant of the DELF-A TROJAN!
Xhttpddeamon.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.C TROJAN!"
Xhttpdmsgaol.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.C TROJAN!"
Xhttpds_menu.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.C TROJAN!"
Xhttpdbrowse.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.C TROJAN!"
Xhttpddeamon.exe"Added by the TACTSLAY.C TROJAN!"
Xhttps-sslhttps.exe"Added by the MOEGA.D WORM!"
UHughesNet Toolsmatcli.exe"""matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address
YHWinstN/AFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems. Gilat rescue (Satellite system restore). Required if you have this system. Can cause a BSOD (blue screen of death) if left out
XHwpsystem_wc.exe"Eziin adware"
UHWSetupHWSetup.exe hwSetUP"""Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration management tool available through Windows."" Allows the user to change BIOS
Xhxadsec[path to trojan]"Added by the ADCLICK-AP TROJAN!"
UHydarVisionDesktopManagerdesk95.exe"ATI's HydraVision desktop management software
UHydraVisionDesktopManagerdesk98.exeATI/Appian HydraVision Desktop Manager software - monitors and regulates window and dialog box placement according to user preferences when using a multi monitor setup
UHydraVisionDesktopManagerHydraDM.exe"Part of HYDRAVISION - ATI's software for managing mutliple displays and virtual desktops. This is the HYDRAVISION Desktop Manager - which ""customizes the behaviour of windows and dialog boxes
UHydraVisionViewportviewport.exeATI/Appian HydraVision Desktop Manager software - monitors and regulates window and dialog box placement according to user preferences when using a multi monitor setup
UHydraVisionViewPortHydraMD.exe"Part of HYDRAVISION - ATI's software for managing mutliple displays and virtual desktops. This is HYDRAVISION MultiDesk - which ""creates
XHyper Filesphfhost.exe"Added by the AGENT-JQO TROJAN!"
XHyper Startinstantmsgrs.exe"Added by the RBOT-NH WORM!"
XI am not Ranky. I am eTunnel!msyervice.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XI am not Ranky. I am eTunnel!winsys.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XI am not Ranky. I am eTunnel!disney.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
XI just want to say I love Milko and I need a drinksvchost.exe"Added by the CHIKO WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in Documents and Settings\Administrator\Local Settings\Application Data"
XI/O Controllerssvcnet.exe"Added by the TIBIK-B TROJAN!"
UIAAnotifIaanotif.exe"Part of Intel® Matrix Storage Manager (formally known as Intel® Application Accelerator and Intel® Application Accelerator RAID Edition). Used in conjunction with the event monitor service (IAANTMON - Iaantmon.exe) to display event notifications (such as RAID volume status changes
Xibin[path to trojan]"Added by the PERDA-C TROJAN!"
YIBM Client Securitycerttool.exe"Part of Client Security Software for IBM\Lenovo notebooks. If you have configured the software via the associated wizard this will need to be running if you want to mount password protected areas of the disk (created with SafeGuard PrivateDisk)
NIBM Client Security Softwarecsecwiz.exe"Setup wizard for the Client Security Software for IBM\Lenovo notebooks. This entry only runs once
UIBM ThinkPad EasyEject Support ApplicationEzEjMnAp.Exe"EasyEject Utility for IBM/Lenovo Thinkpad notebooks. Quote: ""The IBM ThinkPad EasyEject Utility makes removing multiple devices from your computer faster and easier by enabling you to stop more than one device at once
NIBM ThinkPad EasyEject Tray UtilityEZEJTRAY.EXE"System Tray access to the EasyEject Utility for IBM/Lenovo Thinkpad notebooks. Quote: ""The IBM ThinkPad EasyEject Utility makes removing multiple devices from your computer faster and easier by enabling you to stop more than one device at once
NIBM ThinkPad Tray UtilityTP98TRAY.EXE"System Tray access to the ThinkPad Configuration utility for IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks. ""The ThinkPad Configuration utility is a control center to configure your ThinkPad hardware. With this utility
UIBM ThinkPad UtilityNPDTray.exeSystem Tray access to Presentation Director for IBM/Lenovo Thinkpad notebooks - which allows you to create and quickly select between various single and mulitple display options. Scheme selection and settings are also available via Fn+F7 key combination on some models
UIBM TrackPoint Accessibility Featurestp4ex.exe"Supports accessibility features for the TrackPoint stick and associated buttons on IBM/Lenovo ThinkPad notebooks. If features such as ""Click Sound""
?IBM Warranty NotificationERTS0749.exe"IBM Warranty Notification - presumably it's a reminder to either register or that warranty is about to expire?"
UIBMUltraBayHotSwapCPLLoaderIBMBAY2N.EXESupports hot swapping in Thinkpad UltraBay Option on IBM ThinkPad laptops
?IBMUltraBayHotSwapSoundIBMBAYSN.EXE"Supports hot swapping in Thinkpad UltraBay Option on IBM ThinkPad laptops. Is it needed though - does it just play a sound?"
UIBWin MonitorIBMonitor.exe"IBackup for Windows"
Xicccomp[8 random letters].exe"Added by the ZHELATIN.EQ WORM!"
XICcontroliccontrol.exe"ICcontrol premium rate adult content dialer"
NICH Syntheusexe.exe"Sound related and can be disabled without affecting performance although advanced sound features may be sacrificed. May be related to Compaq PC's with "SoundMAX integrated Digital Audio" (Analog Devices Inc.) devices"
Xicifatiyujixit.exe"Added by the SDBOT.ZZH WORM!"
XICManagementmsic32.exe"Added by the MSIC BACKDOOR!"
NIcon AnimationHDE.EXEPart of McAfee Nuts & Bolts. Provides entertaining animation of your desktop icons
NIcon Hearit 95hearit95.exeAudio desktop customization utility from Moon Valley Software. Resource hog
NIcon Hearit 98hearit98.exeAudio desktop customization utility from Moon Valley Software. Resource hog
XIcon lptt01icon.exe"RapidBlaster variant (in a ""Icon"" folder in Program Files). Recommended you use RapidBlaster Killer to uninstall - see here"
Yiconcacheicon.bat"Related to the Vista Customization Pack"
YICONCLNTiconclnt.exe"APC PowerChute® Personal Edition tray icon"
XiConfigLoaderDIIhost.exe"Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!"
XICQICQNET.vbs"Added by the GORMLEZ-A WORM!"
XICQ Agenticq6.exe"Added by the AGENT-FZJ TROJAN!"
XICQ Center[path to worm]"Added by the RANDIN WORM!"
XICQ Chat Serviceicqjdhs.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
NICQ LiteICQLite.exe"ICQ Lite - compact version of the popular messaging program"
Xicq litescvhost.exe"Added by the AGENT-DSF TROJAN!"
Xicq litewinlog.exe"Added by the IRCBOT-TJ TROJAN!"
XICQ Lite MessengerICQLITE.EXE"Added by an unidentified VIRUS
XICQ Netwinlogon.exe"Added by variants of the NETSKY WORMS! Note - this is not the legitimate winlogon.exe process which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!"
XIcqBetawebcamupdate.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN!
UICQMonitorICQMonitor.exe"ICQ Monitor Sniffer surveillance software for the ICQ instant messenger. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself"
XICQMsn[path to trojan]"Added by the RANCK-AH TROJAN! The most common example is ""cbfks.exe"" located in %System%"
XICQNetwinlogon.exe"Added by the NETSKY-C WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate winlogon.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%"
Xicrosof Avps32 Controlav32.pif"Added by the RBOT-AVC WORM!"
Xicrosoft Visualplscx.exe"Added by the RBOT-AYO WORM!"
Xicrosoft Visual InterDevczvslmqb.exe"Added by the RBOT-AYP WORM!"
Xicrosoft Windows DLL Services Configurationpoker3.exe"Added by the SDBOT-AER WORM!"
Xicrosoftf Avpx Controlavpx.exe"Added by the RBOT-AYN WORM!"
UICSDCLT"rundll32.exe Icsdclt.dll ICSClient"
Xidecntlidecntl.exe"Added by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!"
UiDesktopidesktop.exe"Immersion TouchWare Desktop software for devices such as the Logitech iFeel Mouse"
Xidlesam[8 random letters].exe"Added by the ZHELATIN.EQ WORM!"
UIDriveE StartupIDrvieEStartup.exe"IDrive from Pro Softnet Corporation - free full featured online backup up to 2GB with the option of paying for more storage space and managing multiple accounts"
XIDTemplatesIDTemplate.exe"Added by the BRONTOK-H WORM!"
NIDW Logging Toolidwlog.exeAdded with WinXP SP1. Usually only found in internal builds only to indicate the current build being used. Can cause slow network logon problems
UIE DoctorIEDoctor.exe"IE Doctor Toolbar - ""IE Doctor can help you to Repair IE easily
XIE Java Updateiejava.exe"Added by the AGENT-HD TROJAN!"
XIE Menu Extension toolbarrundll32.exe [path] tbextn.dll DllShowTB"Topconverting.com/180Search ""IEMenuExtension"" toolbar. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted"
XIE Runtimewini.exe"Added by the PICRATE.B WORM!"
XIE Runtimeswinis.exe"Added by the RBOT-ADZ TROJAN!"
XIE-Securityiescan.exe"IE-Security rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XIE-Securitywdscan.exe"IE-Security rogue spyware remover - not recommended
XIE6wkstmg.exe"Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!"
XIE6winsnt.exe"Added by the RBOT-GOV WORM!"
XIEACCESStemp532.exe"AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant"
XIEAgent update checkiewatch.exe"Added by the BOMKA TROJAN!"
XIECheckMSDTCs.exe"Added by the TIRBOT-D WORM!"
UIECleanAuxIeboot6.exe"IEClean by Kevin McAleavy - cookie manager
XIEDriverTD.exe"IeDriver adware variant"
XIEexplorer AUpdateIEexplore32.exe"Added by the RBOT-GRE WORM!"
XIEFeaturesIEFeatures.exe"Added by the POPMON.A TROJAN! - also known as PopMonster adware"
XIEFeaturesInternetfeatures.exe"Added by the POPMON.A TROJAN! - also known as PopMonster adware"
XIefxTrayIefxTray.exe"Added by the RILER-H TROJAN!"
XIESetIExplorer.dll"Added by the PWS-BLUEDIT TROJAN!"
Xiesetupi.exeiesetupi.exe"Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!"
Xiestartiexp1orer.exe"Added by the NEMOG.C TROJAN!"
Nietsrietsr.exe"IEClean by Kevin McAleavy - cookie manager
XieupdateMCP****.exe [**** = random char]"Added by the ASOXY TROJAN!"
Xieupdatemcpdll32.exeAdware downloader trojan
Xieupdate[random filename]"Added by the AGENT-C BACKDOOR!"
Xieupdatesieupdates.exe"Added by a number of TROJANS such as DWNLDR-HGI and AGENT-HGA and the Antivirus 2009 rogue security software - see here"
XIExploersvshosts.exe"Added by the IRCBOT.BT TROJAN!"
XIexploitIexploit.html"Added by the INKER.B WORM!"