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Key:

"Y" - Normally leave to run at start-up
"N" - Not required - typically infrequently used tasks that can be started manually if necessary
"U" - User's choice - depends whether a user deems it necessary
"X" - Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs"
"?" - Unknown

	Startup Name	Process Name	Details
X	autoMe	wscript.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%"
X	autoMe	wscript.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%"
X	BootsCfg	wscript.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"
X	BootsCfg	wscript.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"
X	BootsCfg	wscript.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"
X	BootsCfg	wscript.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%"
X	CTFMON	wscript.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%"
X	CTFMON	wscript.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%"
X	DnsCache	Wscript.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%"
X	explorer	wscript.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"
X	FileManager32	Wscript.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%"
X	FileSoft	Wscript.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%"
X	gremier	wscript.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%"
X	Load-Guard	Wscript.exe LGuarg.exe.vbs	"Added by the YENO.B and YENO.C WORMS! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""LGuarg.exe.vbs"" file is located in %Windir%"
X	PrnShare	Wscript.exe prn_share.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 ""prn_share.vbs"" file is located in %System%"
X	Registry	wscript.exe ShakiraPics.jpg.vbs	"Added by the VBSWG.AQ WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""ShakiraPics.jpg.vbs"" file is located in %Windir%"
X	SPINX	Wscript.exe OXNEY.B.VBS	"Added by the YENO.B and YENO.C WORMS! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""OXNEY.B.VBS"" file is located in %System%"
X	Winhlp32	Wscript.exe Msexec32.vbs	"Added by the GANT.B WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""Msexec32.vbs"" file is found in %System%"
X	WINLOGON	wscript.exe WINLOGON.vbs	"Added by the YSPAN.F WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""WINLOGON.vbs"" file is found in %System%"
X	WinStart	Wscript.exe WinStart.vbs	"Added by the CIAN.C WORM! Note that wscript.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch script files and shouldn't be deleted. The ""WinStart.vbs"" file is located in %System%"
X	wscript.exe	vabian.vbs	"Added by the VABI VIRUS!"

DISCLAIMER: It is assumed that users are familiar with the operating system they are using and comfortable with making the suggested changes. I will not be held responsible if changes you make cause a system failure.

This is NOT a list of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a list of startup applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method. Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try WinTasks 5 Standard/Professional from LIUtilities or the list at AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't do anything.