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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
    LoadWatcherXwatcher.exeAdded by the Watcher Spyware! File location is in the PROGRAM FILES\Digi-Watcher.com\Watcher 2.30 folder.
    loaderXWMPLAYER.EXEUnknown baddie - WMPLAYER.EXE is stored in the location and uses the same name as Windows Media Player but that valid Windows program doesn\'t load at startup
    Lightning DownloadULightning.exe Lightning_Download download manager. Can be launched manually, but will need to start up if you want it to "catch clicks" off Internet Explorer
    Logitech Harmony RemoteUHarmonyClient.exeRelated to Logitech_Harmony Advanced Universal Remote. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Logitech\Harmony Remote\
    Logitech WakeupNlgwakeup.exeLoads at startup and monitors the scanner. When a document is inserted in the scanner the wakeup program feeds the document a fraction of a inch into the scanner and then it launches the control center software. From the control center you can select whether to fax or copy or print the scanned documents. If you uncheck the Logitech wakeup software from the startup it no longer launches the control center or feeds the document a fraction of an inch. You can manually launch the control center software via Start ->Programs and still be able to scan images
    Live Windows Messenger VersionXmsnmsngrlive.exeAdded by a variant of the IRCBOT Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    LCD SmartieULCDSmartie.exeRelated to LCD_Smartie software for Windows that you can use to show lots of different types of information on your LCD/VFD. Note: Located in \%Documents and Settings%\user\Desktop\LCD\
    LimeWire x.xNLimeWire.exe LimeWire - Peer to Peer (P2P) file-sharing client. x.x represents the version number. Note - as with all P2P sharing programs they are susceptible to various forms of malware
    load32Xswchost.exeAdded by the TURTA.A WORM!
    LoadHTMLXrundll32.exe,mshtmpre.dll, MShtmpre Mshtmpre adware
    loadXKerne121.exeAdded by Troj/Lineage-ON TROJAN!
    LoadPFWXwmimgr.exeAdded by the W32/Qeds-B Worm!
    li01f948Xrundll32.exe,(path),li01f948.dll,EnableRunDLL32 LZIO.com adware downloader
    LgWDskTpULgWDskTp.exeRelated to Logitech Wireless mouse. There is an icon for this program on the taskbar next to the clock. It can change the behavior of other programs or manipulate other programs. Note: located in C:\Program Files\Wireless Desktop\
    LoadPowerProfileXASDAPI.EXEAdded by the CABRO VIRUS! Not to be confused with the valid entry below
    LoadXMyGame.exeAdded by the W32/LameYear-A Worm!
    LanGuardXlanguard.exeAdware downloader - also detected as the TROJ/SECONDT-C TROJAN!
    lsessXlsess.exeAdded by the WURMARK.S or W32.SINNAKA.A WORM
    LSA Shell (Export Version)Xlsasss.exeAdded by a variant of the BACKDOOR.IRC.BOT TROJAN!
    LED TRAYULEDTRAY.EXEInstalls a USB compact flash card reader or drive on start-up. The device is distributed by Microtech and is made by a company called SnapShot. Required if you want the reader to work
    LSASS 32XISASS32.pifAdded by the W32/ASSIRAL-C WORM!
    laokey.exeULaoKey.exeLao Script for Windows http://www.laoscript.net/ (LSWin) is an extension to the Windows operating system to allow Lao language to be used with many different Windows-based applications
    lsass64BiT.exeXlsass64BiT.exeAdded by the W32/FORBOT-CK WORM!
    Logical Disk DetectionXmrisvc.exeAdded by a variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    lsasss.exeXlsasss.exeSasser.E worm
    Lexmark **** SeriesUlxbmbmgr.exeLexmark System Tray application (where "****" is the model) that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons. Can be launched from a desktop shortcut
    load=YAICLIENT.EXEAsset Insight from Tangram - asset managing software. Required if an organisation is running a centrally administered asset management system
    load=Xa1g.exeAdded by the ATAK.B WORM!
    li-speed****Xdlres.exeAdult web-dialler - **** is random
    LaunchApULaunchAp.exePart of Acer Launch Manager - programmable keys on such laptops as the TravelMate 610
    Lexmark Xxx Button MonitorYACMonitor_Xxx.exeAssociated with the Lexmark Xxx (where "xx" is the model) all-in-one printer/scanner/copier. Required for correct operation
    logonUiInitXrgtndz.dllIdentified as a variant of the Trojan-Clicker.Win32.Agent.bqy malware. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    li-vita****Xli-vita****.exeAdult web-dialler - **** is random
    LoadDBackUpXBcTool.exeAdded by the GIBE VIRUS!
    LoadPowerSchemeXrundll32.exe,powerprof.dll,CheckPowerProfile Ulubione adult content dialer
    Local-Settings-of-[User Name]X[User Name].exeAdded by the W32.Gavgent.A WORM!
    load=Yhotkey.exeSolo 5300 display driver for Win2K on some Gateway laptops
    LiveUpdateXsmss.exeAdded by the Backdoor.Win32.VB.bau TROJAN! - NOTE - this file is placed in a "WINDOWS\isas" folder and should NOT be confused with the legitimate Windows smss.exe process, always located in the Winnt\System32 or Windows\System32 folder, and which moreover should NOT figure in Msconfig/Startup!
    lssassXlssas.exeAdded by the AGOBOT.RL WORM!
    LEMSRVXlemsrv.exeAdded by the Troj/IRCBot-TC TROJAN! Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    LTM2XSVCHOST˙.exeAdded by the DROPPERFL.A TROJAN!
    Logitech Hardware Abstraction LayerUKhalmnpr.exePart of the Logitech Setpoint software for their wired and wireless mice and trackballs. Sets the Windows mouse sensitivity to minimum. The idea is that you will use the SetPoint Control Panel to adjust your mouse sensitivity. This setting is maintained separately from the Windows setting, but is combined with the Windows setting to determine the final sensitivity. For this reason, KHALMNPR sets the Windows setting to 0 so it doesn't alter the one you set in SetPoint
    Logitech Desktop ControllerXwrcam.exeAdded by a variant of the WIN32.RBOT WORM!
    LTMSGYltmsg.exeOne of the "popular" WinModem series. WinModems use software rather than hardware - hence putting a load on the CPU. Needed if you have it for loading the drivers. See here for more WinModem information
    Life FireWall Update1XFireWall-Update1.exeAdded by the W32/RBOT-ARS WORM!
    lxbrbmgrYlxbrbmgr.exeLexmark printer button manager. Required for correct operation.
    LXBUCATSULXBUtime.dllRelated to Lexmark printers/scanner Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    lMAPlXlMAPl.exeAdded by the W32/AGOBOT-RE WORM!
    loadX_Kerne1.exeAdded by the Troj/Lineage-AN TROJAN!
    LoadWindowsFileX(filename)Added by the DELF.B VIRUS! where <filename> is the infected file
    limewirepro.exeXlimewirepro.exe W32/IRCBot-WA Read the link, allows remote access
    LoadPowerProfileURundll32.exe,powrprof.dllPower management specifics such as monitor shut-off, system standby, etc. Associated with power management and is listed twice - see here. Loads your selected power scheme. May not be required - depends upon whether you modify the default Control Panel -> Power Options settings
    LSA Shell (Export Version)XLSASS.exeAdded by several variants of the AHKER WORM! - NOTE - this file is placed in the Winnt or Windows folder, and should NOT be confused with the legitimate Windows lsass.exe process, always located in the Winnt\System32 or Windows\System32 folder, and which moreover should NOT figure in Msconfig/Startup!
    LOCAL INTERNET WEB DRIVERS FOR WIN32Xphqghume.exeAdded by a variant of the WIN32.RBOT WORM!
    lxdiamonUlxdiamon.exeRelated to Lexmark Lexmark 3500-4500 Series printers. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Lexmark 3500-4500 Series\

    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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