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StartupList Index

Currently 17175 startuplist entries and growing...
Last updated on 2008-08-21 15:41:23 Eastern.
!! THESE ARE STARTUP PROGRAMS AND NOT TASK MANAGER PROCESS ITEMS !!


For more information on startup programs, including how to identify them and the information required for submitting additions to this list please refer to Content & Info. Reprinted with permission from Paul Collins who owns the copyright to the list. CastleCops also adds additional items that may not be in the original list but attempts are made to ensure the original is also updated. The full HTML list is here.

CastleCops is now hosting the official Pacs-portal forums. CastleCops has also cross-referenced startup entries with our File Hash database where appropriate. Comments or questions can be fielded here.

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

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    ABC List: A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z



    Random sampling...
    NameStatusFilenameDescription
    AccessRamp Monitor01NARMon32a.exeFrom 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, or go into Add/Remove programs uninstall IP Insight by hand if it's already installed. It really doesn't do a darn thing for you. It was intended to help DSL techs monitor QoS, but the backend part was never implemented (at least as of earlier this year). This will not affect the user's ability or inability to access their DSL service."
    AntiVirusProtection?qumk.exe??
    AppletINITXINITIATE.EXEAdded by a variant of the W32.Spybot.Worm family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans. This family of worms spread via mIRC and the Kazaa file sharing network. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    AlogservUAlogserv.exeFrom McAfee VirusScan for logging scanning activities. In some cases, if left running it can cause CPU % usage to go between 5-95% or go to and stay at 100%. Disabling it impacts on the reported last scan date. It is reported to cause jerky graphics response in many games. As of version 6, this is a critical component of McAfee and disabling it can cause a PC to lock up
    avgamsvr.exeYAvgamsvr.exe AVG antivirus related
    advap32Xbskl***.exeIdentified as the Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Small.syj / Trojan.Pandex Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision. Note: * = Random Numbers.
    AuthConsoleStartUAuthStart.exeSecurity Manager - part of a ComCast Internet software suite that provides a variety of features (firewall, popup blocker, parental controls etcetera) to help ensure your computer is secure, and your information is kept private.
    avserve3.exeXavserve3.exeAdded by the SASSER.G worm
    AdRotator.ApplicationXservices.exeAdded by FakeMessage/AdRotator adware - NOTE - this file is placed in a Winnt\System32\Inetserv or Windows\System32\Inetsrv folder, and should NOT be confused with the legitimate Windows services.exe process, always located in the Winnt\System32 or Windows\System32 folder, and which moreover should NOT figure in Msconfig/Startup!
    ALFY Accellerator?AlfyAC~1.exe??
    audi32Xaudi32.exe Troj/Ranck-FL Read the link, allows remote access
    adlhidpXpsncc32.exeIdentified as the TrojanProxy.Slaper malware. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    Avast32YAstart32.exePart of Avast! anti-virus software
    AOL Instant MessangerXaim.exeAdded by the W32/Sdbot-YT Worm!
    ATI DeviceDetectNATIDtct.EXEThis utility was meant for future use of the ATI TV WONDER™ USB 2.0 video driver and can be disabled.
    ABCXkeylogger.exeMonitors keystrokes so you can check if someone has typed anything while your away from your PC. Reported as spyware by SpyCop in their FAQ
    AbsoluteShield Internet EraserYcseraser.exeRelated to AbsoluteShield_Internet_Eraser application. Note: located in C:\Program Files\SysShield Tools\Internet Eraser\
    AutoUpdaterXAutoUpdate.exePeopleonPage foistware
    acEventServYacevtsrv.exeRelated to ActivCard Gold Component of ActivCard Gold from ActivIdentity, Inc. Smart cards that function as photo ID, proximity badges for facility access and as digital identification and authentication devices. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\ActivCard\ActivCard Gold\
    ActiveEyesNActiveEyes.exeActiveEyes from TFI Technology
    ATIPOLABUati2evae.exeATI Polling Program - part of the ATI graphics driver e.g. on some Fujitsu-Siemens Notebooks
    AVGuardYAVGNT.EXEBackground task of the AntiVir antivirus program which scans files transparently in the background
    ALi5289UALi5289.exeRelated to Uli_Integrated_Drivers from Uli Electronics Inc. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\ULI5289\
    AvtrayUAvtray.exe Command_Antivirus tray icon - NOTE: do NOT confuse with the rogue WinAntivirus startup/process as described here
    auto repair systemXqualityx.exeUnidentified worm, probably a W32.SpyBot variant
    APIClassXlexplore_.exeAdded by the Troj/MSNOpt-A TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    AV UpDateXUpdate.exeAdded by the TROJ_ROOTKIT.H TROJAN! Read the link, rootkit type stealth involved.
    AllToTrayUALLTOTRAY.EXERelated to AlltoTray from DNTSoft. Minimize ANY program to your System Tray.
    Adobe Photoshop 7.0XAdobePhotoshop.exeAdded by a variant of the W32/SDBOT WORM! - NOTE: Do NOT confuse with the Adobe photo editing software of the same name!
    Auto updatXcrcss.exeAdded by the SDBOT.AAG WORM! Read the link, keylogger/password stealing trojan(s) involved.
    Aim PluginXaimplugin.exeAdded by the W32/Guap-F WORM! Note: This worm file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    ANIWZCS2ServiceYWZCSLDR2.exe ALPHA_Networks wireless driver
    AIMUAIM+.exe AIM_plus a free add-on to AOL's Instant Messenger for Windows from Big-O Software
    advap32X~tmp1174.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN! Note: of the Win32/Rbot Family. Note: located in %userprofile%\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    Antivirus2008yXantvrs.exeAdded by the Antivirus_2008 rogue anti-spyware program. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Antivirus2008y\Note: Use Malwarebytes RogueRemover tool.
    avast!YashDisp.exePart of Avast! anti-virus software
    accUacc.exeAdvanced Call Center - "full-featured yet easy-to-use answering machine software for your voice modem"
    AntivirusXav.exeAdded by the SINKIN VIRUS! Resets IE start page to realphx.com
    AntiClickerXSVCHST32.EXEAdded by the CBH TROJAN!
    ATI LaunchpadUlaunchpd.exeConvenient way to start all your Multimedia Center applications (DVD, Video CD, CD Audio, File Player). You can right-click LaunchPad, and uncheck Load on Startup in the menu
    apisvc.exeXapisvc.exeAdded by a variant of the Lamebot TROJAN!
    Auth Starter IdentXstartauth.exeAdded by the W32/RBOT-WP WORM! Read the link, keylogger/password stealing trojan(s) involved.
    Anti-VirusX(random,name).exe Troj/Caprobad-A Read the link, allows remote access
    AVPX(Path to trojan,EXE)Added by the Troj/Mutbo-A TROJAN!
    ARCHIVE CONTROLXfixupdattr.exeAdded by the W32.MYTOB.GU WORM!
    Aqua DockYAqua Dock.exe Aqua_Dock "a free program that allows you to have an “OS X” style, nice animated launchbar / taskbar on your screen that reacts to your mouse when you mouse over it. Users can customize the look of each item on the dock and set various animation options for when the mouse is over an item on the dock. It is very easy to configure. "
    Automatic Media UpdateXCACHE.RVDAdded by the Troj/Bckdr-QHR TROJAN! Note: This trojan is located in C:\%WINDIR%\System32\ (XP/WinNT/2K) Read the link, allows remote access
    Ai Quicker HelpUAsRc.exeRelated to Asus_DH_Remote media portal launcher. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\ASUS\ASUS DH Remote\
    advap32Xloader.exeIdentified as a variant of the Trojan.Kobcka.DF malware. Note: located in \%WINDIR%\TEMP\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    alkasrXÎäÒíÑ.exeAdded by the BALKART VIRUS
    AlevirXAlevir.exeAdded by the OPASERV.F or OPASERV.G VIRUSES!
    AccessRampLAN01NARUpld32.exeVersion of the above for LAN connections - a history uploader. The key in turning it off is a file named ARUCfg32.exe. This file (ARUCfg32.exe) does not show up in the startup process. If you have this file, you can execute it and remove all the monitoring activities it does. Removing all the checks in all the boxes (both tabs) still calls ARUpld32.exe to start when you start the dial up. You can block it from sending info if you have Zone Alarm installed. Renaming the extension of ARUCfg32.exe to ARUCfg32.exe1 works. The ARUpld32.exe is not loaded when launching the dial up client. Written by IP Insight and also included with Earthlink Total Access 2003
    Adult_ChatXAdult_Chat.exeAdult content dialler
    Actual Window MinimizerUActualWindowMinimizerCenter.exeRelated to Actual_Window_Minimizer allows minimizing any window to task tray notification area or to the edge of the screen. Note: located in C:\Program Files\Actual Window Minimizer\
    ATI Display DriverXatixd.exeAdded by the W32/Rbot-FOV WORM! Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\System\drivers\ (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32\drivers\ (XP/WinNT/2K)

    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 the list at AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't do anything.
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