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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
    Internet SweeperNSweeper.exeInternet Sweeper - removes unnecessart left over files after browsing the internet
    Instant AccessXrundll32.exe,eg_auth_****.dll, InstantAccess Electronic_Group/InstantAccess premium rate adult content dialer variant
    Internet ExplorerXIExplorer.exeAdded by the Troj/Nethief-O Trojan!
    Internal Memory FileXsysintmemory.exe W32/Rbot-GKT Read the link, allows remote access
    ItkUItk.exeIn The Know - surveillance software that creates records of everything people do on a computer, ie, spying or monitoring depending upon how you call it
    IECacheXIECache.exeDetected as Win32:Delf-GIY by Avast
    ISW.exeUISW.exeRelated to Internet_Security_Wizard from AT&t {formerly BellSouth Premium Internet Security) alerts users about any potential security threats. It should not be uninstalled unless the user wants to completely remove all traces of AT&T Internet Security Suite. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\AT&T\Internet Security Wizard\
    Icon lptt01Xicon.exe RapidBlaster Variant
    ImageXrundll32 (path),image.dll, Install, rundll32,(path)sdkqh32.dll,Install CoolWebSearch parasite related
    IntelMemUIntelMem.exeRelated to connection events on an Intel chipset based modem. It can alert you if the telephone line is being used when you're trying to get online (when you're using dial-up). It can also alert you if your modem line is disconnected. Furthermore, it can alert you if you have made a wrong connection with your modem line
    ICQ =XICQNET.vbsAdded by the VBS/Gormlez-A Worm!
    Iesearch.exeXIesearch.exe LookNSearch adware
    imonitorXimonitor.exe Troj/Imoni-A Read the link, allows remote access
    ISMPack6XISMPack6.exeAdded by the Hyperlinks_Rotator Rotator&threatid=153458 ADWARE! Note: Located in \%Program Files%\ISM2\
    iPodManagerUiPodManager.exeApple iPod Management software for the iPod MP3 player. Allows updating, formating, restoring and other functions associated with iPods
    IE Menu Extension toolbarXrundll32.exe,[path],tbextn.dll,DllShowTBTopconverting.com/180Search "IEMenuExtension" toolbar
    Info SelectUis.exeInfo Select from Micro Logic - personal information manager
    IpWinsXipwins.exeAdded by ClickSpring/PurityScan ADAWARE! Identified as Adware_Maxfiles by Prevx Note: located in C:\Program Files\ipwins\
    ICQ AgentXicq6.exeAdded by the Troj/Agent-FZJ Trojan
    ImgStartNImgStart.exeUsed by Iomega drives. Details of its purpose can be found here. Available via Start -> Programs
    ieexec.exeXieexec.exeAdded by the TROJ/MULTIDR-DY TROJAN!
    IntellitypeUtype32.exeFor MS programmable keyboards. If you disable Intellitype in Startup, any "Hot Keys" that are changed by the user to perform functions other than default settings, defer back to their default settings unless you have changed them
    ICcontrolXiccontrol.exeAdded by the ICcontrol premium rate adult content dialer
    Instant Messenger ServiceXimservice.exeIdentified by Kaspersky Antivirus as Heur.Trojan.Generic. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    iel2cde8Xrundll32.exe,(path),iel2cde8.dll,EnableRunDLL32 LZIO.com adware downloader
    InoRTYInoRT9x.exeAssociated with the Realtime Monitor of eTrust Antivirus/InoculateIT version 6 virus scanners from Computer Associates. For NT/2K/XP users you may need a patch if seeing high CPU useage - see here
    idecntlXidecntl.exeAdded by a Crypter.C trojan variant infection
    Intelliflag_be.exeXIntelliflag_be.exeAdded by the Spyware.Intelliflag SPYWARE!
    Intel PDSUpds.exeIntel Ping Discovery Service (PDS). Part of Intel's LANDesk Management Suite 6 and the Common Base Agent (CBA) - used for communicating between the core server and managed clients. Will start the dial-up if installed and enabled
    Initial PageXinstall.exe"EasySearch" browser hijack installer
    IusageNnetdet.exeInternet Usage Monitor - utility to calculate the cost and time on the internet via dial-up
    Ibmmon.exe?Ibmmon.exe??
    IExplorerServiceXWinSock.exeAdded by a variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    ICQ NetXwinlogon.exeAdded by the W32.NETSKY.C or W32.NETSKY.D or W32.NETSKY.E or W32.NETSKY.K WORM! **Note - this is NOT the legitimate Windows winlogon.exe process
    IMEvtMgr.exeXIMEvtMgr.exeAdded by the Troj/Keylog-AR TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    iasUias.exe InvisibleASpy keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!
    InoTaskUInoTask.exeScheduled scans and signature updates for eTrust Antivirus/InoculateIT version 6 virus scanners from Computer Associates. Leave enabled unless you manually update signatures or perform routine scans. If enabled it can result in high CPU useage when performing updates - see here
    Intervideo WinCinema ManagerNWinCinemaMgr.exeWinCinema Manager is needed when using the WinDVD Remote Control for WinDVD from Intervideo. Available via Start -> Programs
    IP Packet Redirect Service Xipredirect.exeAdded by the Win32/ForBot.SM WORM!
    InterdllXInterdll.exeAdded by the DELF family of VIRUSES!
    iyelejivXyujixit.exeAdded by the SDBOT.BJK WORM!
    iPalmNmon.exeInstalled with a Panasonic iPalm digital camera. Used to uploaded photos from the camera. If your camera is not connected (via USB port) you do not need this program loaded
    ieupdateXMCP****.exeAdded by the ASOXY VIRUS! where **** are random characters
    intenatXintenat.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN! of the Sdbot family. Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K) Could_be_a_variant of this infection.
    Installed shell32.dllXOffice.exe...Added by a variant of the LOVGATE WORM!
    IncredimailNincredimail.exe"IncrediMail is an advanced, feature-rich email program that offers you an unprecedented interactive experience. Unique multimedia features will enable you to tailor your email experience so that it fits your mood and personality"
    ISDN MonitorNLinksts.exeTray icon which gets installed when you install the drivers for Asuscom internal ISDN modem cards (or rebadged Asuscom ISDN cards, such as MRi). This icon enables you to monitor or configure your ISDN card. Once you have configured your ISDN card correctly, you will never need to use this icon
    iExpresserXiexpresser.exeAdded by a variant of the IRCBOT Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    Intersoft MsngrXintersoftmsngr.exeAdded by the W32/AGOBOT-NW WORM!
    ICQ CenterXconsoles.exeAdded by the RANDIN VIRUS!
    Instant AccessXrundll32.exe,EGCOMLIB_****.dll, InstantAccess Electronic_Group/InstantAccess premium rate adult content dialer variant
    IBMUltraBayHotSwapSound?IBMBAYSN.EXESupports hot swapping in Thinkpad UltraBay Option on IBM ThinkPad laptops. Is it needed though - does it just play a sound?
    InstantPleasureXinstantpleasure.exeAdult content dialler
    ISPSERVICEXpsycho.exe Troj/IRCFlood-O
    Inet DataBaseXInetdbs.exeAdded by the W32.QEDS WORM!

    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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