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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
    Config LoadatiorinXI3Explorer.exeAdded by the SDBOT.H WORM!
    Configuration ServiceXsuchost.exeAdded by the Troj/Daemoni-R TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    COM+ EventSystem ServicesXECSERVER.EXEAdded by a variant of the W32/SDBOT WORM!
    ChokeXChoke.exe-blahhAdded by the CHOKE VIRUS!
    ComproSchedulerDTVUComproSchedulerDTV.exeRelated to VideoMate TV tuner and capture card for your Computer. Note: located in C:\Program Files\Common Files\VideoMate\
    chostsvXchostsv.exeAdded by the BANPAES.C VIRUS!
    Compaq ConnectionsNCOMPAQ~1.EXESee here - "messaging service that automatically sends you support information, tips, ideas, and special offers from HP and our partners, especially designed for HP and Compaq desktop computer owners"
    cursorNScreendragon_VS_Taskbar.exe ScreenDragon video player
    CoolMP3Xrundll32.exe,MSA64CHK.dll, DllMostrar MatrixDialer related
    Cisco Systems VPN ClientUvpngui.exeSets up IPSec communications for Cisco's VPN_Client
    CLSIDXsed.exeAdult content dialler
    cronosXMARCO!.SCRAdded by the OPASERV.G VIRUS!
    Compaq PK DaemonUcpqkl.exeFor Compaq laptops for programming user configurable keys. Not required unless you use them
    csosXcsos.exeAdded by the W32/Sdbot-DFE Worm Read the link, allows remote access
    Cashsurfers Cashbar NavigatorNCashbar.ExeCashsurfers CashBar Navigator - "The CashBar rotates banner advertisements once per minute and provides you with access to up to date special offers and deals"
    CSAV_CheckVirusesYvchk.exePart of Command AntiVirus
    ctfmonXmsnmsgr.exeAdded by the Troj/Bdoor-JV TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    CanaryNcanary-std.exeCanary monitoring program. Keylogger, monitors all computer activity
    combop.exeXcombop.exeAdded by the Troj/Bckdr-CSJ TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/Me) or System32 (Nt/2000/XP) folder. When run, this file together with its little friend combo.exe send spam from your machine.
    CrustyXdmcpl.exeAdded as the result of the RUSTY VIRUS!
    Compaq Service DriversXNtKernelSystem.exeAdded by a variant of the W32/SDBOT WORM!
    C-Media MixerNMixer.exeC-Media produce audio chipsets that are often found on popular motherboards with on-board audio. Provides System Tray access to change audio settings. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel or Start -> Programs
    ChckupXNetverchk.exeCommAid Adware variant from artella.biz file is located in the the Windows system folder, which is usually C:\Windows\System on Windows 98 and ME, C:\WINNT\System32 on Windows NT and 2000, or C:\Windows\System32 on Windows XP and Server 2003. Id'd as malware by PrevX as Covert Sys Exec
    Care2GTUUCare2GTU.exeCare2 Green Thumbs-Up (from the Care2 site). Every online purchase helps environmental causes; tells you how eco-friendly a company really is, thanks to over 200 company profiles from Coop America. Saves 1 square foot of rainforest every day you use it. If it works and you like it keep it
    CcPxySvcYCCPXYSVC.exePart of Norton's AntiVirus 2003, Internet Security and Firewall products. E-mail proxy service - required for E-mail scanning and the firewall
    CertificateRegistrationUSafeSignCertReg.exeRelated to SafeSign_Identity_Client C:\WINNT\system32\SafeSignCertReg.exe Provides strong multi-factor authentication to a large variety of services. Note: in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    ControlPanelXcmd32.exe,internat.dll,LoadKeyboardProfileAdded by the Troj/Dloader-HF TROJAN! Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    Compaq32 Service DriversXmsconfig32.exeAdded by the W32/SDBOT-ADC WORM!
    caseyvideo[*] (* = digit)Xcaseyvideo[*].exe,(* = digit)malware causing p0rn popups
    candyXcommand32.exeAdded by the W32/Rbot-LV WORM! Note: This worm file is found in the System (95/98/Me) or System32 (Nt/2000/XP) folder.
    cmssSystemProcessXcsmss.exeAdded by the TROJ/AGENT-CO TROJAN!
    Compaq Service DriversXcompaq.exeAdded by the W32/Sdbot-AFU WORM!
    CABCInstallXCABCInstall.exeCABC content delivery software
    ctfmonaXctfmona.exeIdentified as a variant of the W32/Smalltroj.CJDX malware. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    CSV7P70XCSV7P070.exe ClearSearch adware related
    caidiysetupXdiynetsetupuni.exeAdded by DIYNet ADWARE! Note: Located in C:\Documents and Settings\user name\Desktop\
    CDInterceptorNcdi.exeCD indexer for measuring the speed of CD players
    cihost.exeXcihost.exeAdded by the LINST VIRUS!
    CyberhawkUCHTray.exeRelated to Cyberhawk from Novatix, Protects against Viruses, Spyware, Identity Theft. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\Novatix\Cyberhawk\
    CertStoreInitYCertStoreInitRelated to Aladdin_eToken authentication and password management. Note: Located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    Control PanelXSystem.exeAdded by the DANI VIRUS!
    Comm DriverUcommh32.exeG Data "PC Spion". PC monitoring and surveilling software, captures all users activity on the PC, see here . Disable/remove if you didn't install it yourself!
    Computer Alarm ClockUcac.exeRelated to Computer_Alarm_Clock from Think.Art™ this alarm clock software, you can give youself reminders of important events that happen throughout the day, or wake up/fall asleep by listening your favorite music and much more. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Computer Alarm Clock\
    Configuration LoaderXsysinfo.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.FQ WORM!
    cmsoundXvcpdll.exeAdded by the TCXMEDI-D downloader TROJAN!
    Cn323Xcnfrm33.exeAdded by the W32.MIMAIL.G WORM!
    combo.exeXcombo.exeAdded by the Troj/Chimo-C TROJAN!
    Configuration LoadrXiexplore.exeeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN! of the IRCbot family. Note: This trojan is located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    CTFMONSSXCTFMONSS.EXEAdded by the TROJ/CWS-F TROJAN!
    csrscXcsrsc.exeAdded by an unidentified VIRUS!
    CaISSDTUcaissdt.exeRelated to Computer_Associates Dashboard Tray Applet.
    Compaq Service DriversXnavapqwa.exeAdded by the SDBOT.BBQ WORM! Read the link, rootkit type stealth involved.
    Configuration LoaderXsyscfg32.exeAdded by the SDBOT.B WORM!
    Cyber TrioUshowmode.exeFrom G-Tek Technologies. Allows you to set the PC in one of three modes, Standard, Enhanced and Kiddo. Standard is full function, Enhanced prevents accidental damage and Kiddo is a play environment for kids. Pre-installed on some Packard Bell PCs
    ControlPanelXrundll32,internat.dll,,LoadKeyboardProfile, [path],twink64.exe,internat.dll,LoadKeyboardProfile CoolWebSearch parasite related

    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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