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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
    defragsysXsvchost.exeAdded by the BIFROSE-TH TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which is always located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This file is located in the Winnt or Windows folder
    D3**32.exe (* = random char)XD3**32.exe (* =,random char) CoolWebSearch/HomeSearch adware component - for examples, see this log
    Dell Photo AIO Printer 962Udlbxmon.exeDellPhoto AIO Printer 962 Device Monitor
    DigitalNamesXDigitalNamesStart.exe DigitalNames spyware variant
    Default web browserXIexpIore.exeAdded by the OBLIVION.B VIRUS! Note - don not confuse "IexpIore.exe" with "iexplore.exe" (Internet Explorer), the first has a captial "i" in place of lower case "L"
    DriverMaxUdevices.exeRelated to DriverMax from Innovative Solution. a new tool that allows you to download the latest driver updates for your computer. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Innovative Solutions\DriverMax\
    DigiGuideNCLIENT.EXEclient01.exeTV guide and reminder
    DJSNetCNYDJSNetCN.exeRelated to Symantec_Internet_Security_Suite protects your computer against Internet-bound threats such as spyware and trojans which can be distributed through e-mail or attack directly to the computer allowing unauthorized access to your computer. This program is important for the stable and secure running of your computer and should not be terminated.
    DS ClockUdsclock.exeDigital desktop clock including synchronization with atomic servers - see here
    dxmsrvXdxmsrv.exeAdded by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
    DialUp Network ApplicationXRnaap.exeAdded by a variant of the W32/SDBOT WORM!
    dpsXdps.exe SmartestSearch parasite -poses as a foistware, bogus adware/spyware remover called "scumware-remover"
    Dm HrXlpns.exe Win32/IRCBot.worm.61673
    DevicesUolesvr.exeSalfeld Child Control - parental control software
    D4UD4.exeDimension 4 - network time synchronization software
    Death.exeXDeath.exe Troj/Delf-ERW
    DataLayerUDataLayer.exeNokia PC Suite 5 - "A collection of powerful tools that you can use to manage your phone features and data." Synchronize the phone with, for example Outlook. You can also use it to browse your phone, edit the phone list and so on
    devenvXsmvss.exeIdentified as a variant of the Trojan.Horst malware. Note: located in \%WINDIR%\system\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    Disk Defragmentation LoaderXpmsvcr.exeA variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    DVDCheck?DVDCheck.exeRelated to an Intervideo program. What does it do and is it required in startup?
    Digital Line DetectNDLG.exeDetects whether your are plugged into a digital telephone line and displays the information graphically. Installed by Dell (and maybe others) and is included with all Connexant V.92 and Broadcom modems
    DyFuCAXoptimize.exeAdult content dialler - see here
    Dell AIO Printer A920?dlbkbmgr.exeButton manager for the Dell AIO Printer A920?
    DCfssvc or dcfssveUdcfssvc.exeAssociated with digital cameras and can cause problems which disappear if disabled. If this program is unchecked in startup, your camera will not cause your computer to open a pop-up window when you connect it. Leave enabled if you can\'t load pictures from your camera/dock - Kodak\'s dock is an example
    DC6_checkUdc6_startupmon.exeWinAntiVirus 2006 virus software - not recommended, see Rogue/Suspect_Anti-Spyware_Products_List
    Digital DashboardNdevgulp.exeFor Compaq PC's. Loads Digital Dashboard options
    dlcipsclXdcpavss.exe Troj/Mailbot-CB
    DNS ServiceXdnssvc.exe W32/Delbot-Z
    dsXds.exeAdded by the Backdoor.Spymon TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    daskaskfsak6Xdsfids6.exeAdded by the Troj/OnLineG-J Trojan
    DocTorXDoctor.exeAdded by the DOTOR VIRUS!
    DebuggerXdbg32.exeAdded by W32/Mytob-FW WORM!
    DiscUpdateManagerUDiscUpdMgr.exeRelated to Disc_Update_Manager for Digital interactive's DISCover Console A premier provider of on-demand video games. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\DISC\
    DataViz MessengerNDvzMsgr.exeDataViz Documents to Go - "allows you to use your Word, Excel and PowerPoint files on your handheld anywhere, anytime. In addition, it now synchronizes e-mail with attachments, PDF files, pictures and Excel-like charts"
    DownxzXDownxz.batAdded by the W32.Mydoom.W WORM!
    DeadKittyXDeadKitty.exe W32/DeadCat-A Read the link, allows remote access
    DeskMateAutoUpdateXDeskMateAutoUpdate.exeDeskMates: Virtual scantily clad girls enhance your desktop. BargainBuddy adware related
    DefaultX_default.pifAdded by the W32/Rubble-C Worm
    DRam rar procXwinupdaterar.exeAdded by a variant of the BACKDOOR.IRC.BOT TROJAN!
    dlucaXdluca.exeAdded by the DLUCA.C VIRUS!
    DivX MediaPlayer 7.0XDr.DivX.exeAdded by the ALADINZ.G VIRUS!
    directxXDirectx.exeSqlexploit.exeNTCmd.exePipeCmd.exeAdded by the SDBOT.D WORM!
    dnseXdnse.exeAdded by WinAntiVirus_Pro_2007_and_Privacy_Protector Pro&threatid=44353 WinAntiVirus Pro 2007 and Privacy Protector are ROGUE anti-spyware programs that displays fake alerts, and downloads other programs onto user's machine without permission. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Common Files\Update\
    dlsp2mxXdlsp2mx.exeAdded by the Dial/MPB-B Dialer. Note: The dialer provides an uninstall option which can be accessed via the Add or Remove Programs dialog in the Windows Control Panel. The software is listed as dlsp2mx.
    Disc DetectorNCtNotify.exeFor Creative sound cards. Detects when you insert a CD, DVD, etc
    DeeEnEsUDeeEnEs.exe DeeEnEs - automatically updates a dynamic IP address when it changes.
    DLBUCATSUDLBUtime.dll,_RunDLLEntry@16Related to Dell Photo Printers - drivers. Note: located in C:\WINDOWS\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    DskcompatXDskcompat.exeAdded by the GEMA TROJAN!
    dcsmXdcsm.exe DriveCleaner is a misleading application, which gives exaggerated reports of security and privacy risks on a computer. The program then prompts the user to purchase a registered version of the software in order to remove the reported risks
    drocherXd.exePremium rate adult content dialer
    dlcxmon.exe?dlcxmon.exeAppears to be related to dell printers
    DowmingzuXDowmingzu.dll.vbs VBS/Solow-E
    DkServiceYDkService.exeFrom Executive Software's Diskeeper defragmenting utility - a replacement for Windows Disk Defragmenter. Used to schedule defragmenting on a regular basis and not required if you do so manually.
    Dialog Box AssistantNOSDEx.exeDialog Box Assistant from Duality Software. Helps with the standard Open and Save As dialog boxes by showing recently used files and folders
    destroyb11Xdestroyb11.exeAdded by the Troj/Delf-KO TROJAN!

    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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