Windows Vista Tips


Files beginning with l

The table below includes any files beginning with l, from which further information can be found by clicking on the process title. The icon beside the information can be used to quickly determine if this is a safe file in combination with the key below:



This file is normally safe to leave running. In most cases, this file is not required to run on startup and can be run manually. Warning, this file may be a virus, spyware, resource hog and running it is not recommended. This file may or may not be necessary to load on startup, depending on your circumstances. No information is available for this item.

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Files beginning with l:

File Type File Name Process Name and Information
llsass.exe (Default)
Added by the PROXY-GG TROJAN! Note - this malware actually changes the value data of the "(Default)" key in HKLM\Run in order to force Windows to launch it at boot. The name field in MSConfig may be blank
lassa.exe .mscdr
Added by the WEBUS.C TROJAN!
lsvchost.exe .mscdr
Added by the WEBUS.D TROJAN!
lsvchost.exe .mscdsr
Added by the CR TROJAN!
lsass.exe .TEXTCONV
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
lsass.exe .WMAudio
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
lsass.scr 1
Added by the BANCOS.V TROJAN!
lsas32.exe 678
Added by the SLSORVE-B TROJAN!
LDISCN32.EXE aaLDISCN32
LANDesk? Management Suite software component
lopsearch.exe abtu
Loads the executable for Lop.com - beta version
LiveUpdate.exe AceGain LiveUpdate
"AceGain LiveUpdate can help to automate and optimize product updates. AceGain LiveUpdate will automatically detect new patch updates, driver updates or full product updates and automatically download and install them according to user configuration"
lsasv.exe Adope File Manager
Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
lexplore_.exe APIClass
Added by the MSNOPT-A TROJAN!
launchpd.exe ATI Launchpad
Convenient 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
LBTWiz.exe Bluetooth Connection Assistant
Bluetooth connection manager for Logitech based bluetooth wireless products
LiveUpdate.exe Bouncer RunStartup
Virtual Bouncer - malware from Spyware Labs. It is distributed by the same bundling and drive-by download techniques as the parasites it claims to remove, so definitely qualifies as unsolicited commercial software in itself. It also has an update feature that can download and execute arbitrary code. Warning - choose "custom" uninstall as "automatic" may remove other programs - see here
loadwc.exe BrowserWebCheck
Checks to make sure that IE is still your default browser
lsass.exe BuildLabs
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
lsass.exe ccpApps
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
LSACS.EXE CLSRSS
Added by the SILLYFDC-X WORM!
lsas.exe COM+ System Applications
Added by the AGOBOT.SE WORM!
lsauth.exe Computing Technologie Firewall
Added by the SDBOT-WX WORM!
lssas.exe Configuration Loaded
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
lfass.exe Configuration Loader
??
loadcfg32.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the LOADCFG or SDBOT TROJANS!
ldasp.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the AGOBOT.BH WORM!
lexplore.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the RBOT-AGX WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case "L" rather than an lower or upper case "i" which is the case with Internet Explorer
logon.exe Customizer2000
Automatic logon feature of Customizer 2000 - "a special utility which is designed to optimize Win9x/ME performance. The program lets you explore the many hidden settings in Windows, and make changes"
LsasS23.exe DarKNesS LsasS
Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
lssas.exe DllLoader
Added by the JE WORM!
lpns.exe Dm Hr
Added by the IRCBOT.WORM.61673 WORM!
Loader32.exe Dynamic Link Library loader
Added by the KOL TROJAN!
LinksysAgent.exe EasyLinkAdvisor
Linksys EasyLink Advisor - "the free application that provides and easy way to setup, view, manage, and repair your network"
ldfnt32.hta FontsLoader
Unidentified malware
loadfp.exe FP Loader
FoolProof Security - PC security software from SmartStuff
lockx.exe freestyle
Added by the RBOT-ATH WORM!
lockbar.exe freexstyle
Added by the LOXBOT.D WORM!
lockbr.exe freexstyle
Added by the LOXBOT.C WORM!
lsass.exe FriendlyType
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
lspsvc.exe Generic Host Process for Win32 Services
Added by the MUMU.C WORM!
lshost.exe Generic Host Service
Added by the RBOT.LU WORM!
lshost.exe Help
Identified as a variant of the Trojan-Clicker.Win32.Delf.aro malware
LGWAKEUP.EXE HomeCentre WakeUp
Associated with the no longer supported Xerox HomeCentre printer/scanner
logger.exe HSLAB Logger
HSLABLogger logs user activity and Internet activity. The gathered information can be sent to a predetermined email address. If you didn't install this yourself uninstall it
LienVandeKelder.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.be
Added by the MYTOB-AZ WORM!
Lien Van de Kelder.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.be
Added by the MYTOB-AP WORM and variants!
Lien Vande Kelder.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.be
Added by the MYTOB-AQ WORM!
Lien vd Kelder.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.be
Added by the MYTOB-M WORM!
Lien.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.be
Added by the MYTOB-CZ WORM!
Lientjeuh.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.be
Added by the MYTOB-P WORM!
LienVdK.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.be
Added by the MYTOB-U WORM!
Lien Van de Kelder.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.com
Added by the MYTOB-EQ WORM!
LienVandeKelder.exe http://www.lienvandekelder.com/
Added by the MYTOB-EO WORM!
load.exe IMAPI
Added by the DOWNDEL-A TROJAN!
linewsrv.exe Instant Access
InstantAccess premium rate adult content dialer variant
lsass.exe internet
Added by the DSPY-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!
lEXPLORE.EXE Internet Explore Microsoft
Added by the RBOT-AOF WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case "L" rather than an lower or upper case "i" which is the case with Internet Explorer
lexbac.exe Internet Explorer Updater
Added by the DOWNLOAD TROJAN!
LDISCN32.EXE Inventory Scan
LANDesk Management_Suite software component
Linksts.exe ISDN Monitor
Tray 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
lexplore.exe KernellApps
Added by the BANCBAN-BS TROJAN! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case "L" rather than an lower or upper case "i" which is the case with Internet Explorer
loadkk.exe KK Loader
KeyKey XP Professional from KeyKey.com. "Monitor Instant Messages, Chats, Emails, Web Site URLs, Passwords, Computer Programs, Start Up and Shut Down time and much more completely undetected to the user."
lover.vbe kv3000
Added by the ZSYANG.B WORM!
L4r1$$a.pif L4r1$$a
Added by the ASSIRAL-C WORM!
LaCieBackup.exe LaCie Backup
LaCie '1-Click' backup software for their range of mobile hard drives
L90112201.Stub.exe laltin
Delfin Media Viewer adware related
landriver32.exe LAN Driver
Added by the RBOT.BT WORM!
lanbrup.exe lanbrup
SafeSurfing adware
LDIScn32.exe LANDeskInventoryClient
LANDesk? Management Suite software component
Language.exe LanguageShortcut
Part of Cyberlink's PowerDVD prior to version 8. Language settings?
languard.exe LanGuard
Adware downloader - also detected as the SECONDT-C TROJAN!
lanmanwrk.exe lanmanwrk.exe
Added by the AGENT.AIA TROJAN!
LANMES~1.exe LANMessage Pro
LANMessage Pro - "a powerful tool for communicating with other people on your office/home network"
LanSpeed2.exe LanSpeed2
Monitors any traffic that is using a LAN adapter (Ethernet or Token ring network card)
LaoKey.exe LaoKey
Lao Script for Windows (LSWin) is an extension to the Windows operating system to allow Lao language to be used with many different Windows-based applications
Llsched.exe LapLink scheduler
Utility that automatically performs file transfers as unattended background operations
Llass.exe Lar
Added by the INOR-A TROJAN!
LARISSA_ANTI_VIRUS.exe LARISSA ANTI VIRUS
Added by the KLASSIR TROJAN!
lasse.exe lasse
Added by the NTOS TROJAN!
later.exe Later
??
LaunApp.exe LaunApp
Part of Acer Launch Manager - programmable keys on such laptops as the TravelMate 610
launcg.exe Launcg
??
Launch.exe Launch Context 5.0
Context - electronic dictionary
LCDMon.exe Launch LCDMon
Driver/utility for Logitech G-Series gaming keyboards and mice
LGDCore.exe Launch LGDCore
Driver/utility for Logitech G-Series gaming keyboards and mice
LaunchAp.exe LaunchAp
Programmable keys on Acer, Fujitsu and other laptops
lnchbrd.exe Launchboard
"LaunchBoard software from Darwin turns your keyboard into a remote control for the Internet and your computer! With LaunchBoard 2.0, you can customize up to 38 keys on your PC keyboard to instantly launch Web Sites, start applications, perform custom macros, handle Windows shortcuts, store passwords, and perform loads of other customizable functions"
launcher.exe Launcher
Spyware component related to DownloadWare and found in %ProgramFiles%\KFH
launcher.exe Launcher
PC Angel recovery program from SoftThinks. Located in a "SMINST" sub-folder of the Windows or Winnt directory
Launcher.exe Launcher
SpeedUpMyPC 2009 from Uniblue - which "lets you monitor and control all your PC resources with easy, one click instructions. System settings, internet usage, disk clutter, RAM and CPU are all automatically scanned, cleaned and optimized for peak performance." Located in %ProgramFiles%\Uniblue\SpeedUpMyPC
LaunchList2.exe LaunchList
Part of Pinnacle Studio video editing suite. What does it do and is it required?
LBTWiz.exe LBTWiz.exe
Added by the SDBOT-DHY WORM!
Lcass.exe Lcass
Added by the SILLYFDC-W WORM!
LCDSmartie.exe LCD Smartie
"LCD Smartie is software for Windows that you can use to show lots of different types of information on your LCD/VFD." Typically used by the PC modding community to display statistics such as CPU temp, fan/cooler speed, etc on an LCD display
LCDC.exe LCDC
LCDC is an application that displays various information on your LCD or VFD screen. The number of things that LCDC can do is expandable by Plugins
LCDMon.exe LCDMon
Driver/utility for Logitech G-Series gaming keyboards and mice
LCDPlyer.exe LCDPlayer
Related to SuperAdBlocker
lcfep.exe lcfep
Tivoli 'TME' System Tray icon - "'lcfep' is the program that displays statistics about the Endpoint. Apparently stopping/removing this process has no impact on the Endpoint itself which will continue to function normally"
lcidchng.exe LCIDConfig
??
lclock.exe LClock
LClock is a program that makes the Windows' clock look like a Windows Longhorn Clock
lcvga.exe lcvga
Added by the HOSTOL-A TROJAN!
ld.exe ld
CoolWebSearch Tooncomics parasite affiliate variant - redirects to fastwebfinder.com
ldmconf.exe LDM
Installed with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products, services and special offerings from Logitech
LogitechDesktopMessenger.exe LDM
Installed with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products, services and special offerings from Logitech
ldriver.exe ldriver
Added by the CHORUS-A TROJAN! Searchforfree browser hijacker
LEDTRAY.EXE LED TRAY
Installs 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
LeechGet.exe LeechGet
LeechGet download manager
leeman.exe leeman
Added by the COSIAM-D TROJAN!
lemsrv.exe LEMSRV
Added by the IRCBOT-TC TROJAN!
LetsSearch.exe LetsSearch
BrowserAid/BrowserPal foistware
lxczbmgr.exe Lexmark 1200 Series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark 1200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lxbvbmgr.exe Lexmark 2200 Series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark 2200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lxbrbmgr.exe Lexmark 3100 Series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark 3100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lxbmbmgr.exe Lexmark 4200 Series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark 4200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lxbtbmgr.exe Lexmark 5200 series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark 5200 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lexmark.exe Lexmark Print
Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM! See here
lxbkbmgr.exe Lexmark X1100 Series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark X1100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lxbabmgr.exe Lexmark X5100 Series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark X5100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lxbfbmgr.exe Lexmark X6100 Series
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark X6100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lxbbbmgr.exe Lexmark X74-X75
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark X74-X75 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
lsasss.exe Lexmark_X79-55
Added by the ZONEBAC TROJAN!
lexplore.exe lexplore
Added by the BROPIA WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case "L" rather than an lower or upper case "i" which is the case with Internet Explorer
lexpps.exe lexpps
For Lexmark printers. From Lexmark: "This enables bi-directional printing over a peer to peer network. If the printer is connected directly to your PC, the file is not used, (or should not be used) at all". It is known that firewalls can however alert you to "lexpps.exe" requesting server privileges
lexstart.exe LexStart
Lexmark printer software may add Lexstart.exe in the startup folder to handle print commands that you send to the printer. Sometimes required for the printer to work correctly - not in the case of a Lexmark Z42 for instance
Lfh.exe Lfh
Added by the ZAURGA-A TROJAN!
lfsndmng.exe Lfsndmng
LightningFAX Enterprise Fax Server - "puts faxing at the fingertips of networked enterprise users. It enables rapid, secure sending and Direct-To-Desktop Delivery of mission-critical documents"
LGDMEBTN.exe LG Direct Media Button Service
Supports the Direct Media button on LG Notebooks that support it - such as the S1 PRO EXPRESS DUAL. Pressing this button launches the application for watching movies or listening to music
LGDCore.exe LGDCore
Driver/utility for Logitech G-Series gaming keyboards and mice
lgfxTray.exe lgfxTray
Added by the TAKEOBEL WORM! Note - the filename has a lower case "L" rather than an upper case "i" at the beginning and should not be confused with the valid Intel graphics file "igfxtray.exe"
lgm.exe lgm
Added by the ACID-F WORM!
LgWDskTp.exe LgWDskTp
Logitech Wireless Desktop mouse and keyboard software. There is an icon for this program on the taskbar next to the clock
li-multi****.exe li-multi****
Adult web-dialler - **** is random
li-thund****.exe li-thund****
Adult web-dialler - **** is random
li-vita****.exe li-vita****
Adult web-dialler - **** is random
license_manager.exe License Manager
MediaPipe peer-to-peer file swapping program also reported as a hijacker
lich.exe lich
Added by the QLOWZON-BN TROJAN!
LifeExp.exe LifeCam
Related to Microsoft's LifeCam series of webcams. What does it do and is it required?
LifeChat.exe LifeChat
Support software for Microsoft's "LifeChat" headsets - which are optimized for use with Windows Live Messenger
LifeDriveMgr.exe LifeDrive Manager
Keeps the Palm LifeDrive Manager utility in the systray. Shortcut available via Start -> Programs
LifeDriveMgrTray.exe LifeDrive? Manager
System Tray utility for the Palm LifeDrive Mobile Manager
Lightning.exe Lightning Download
Lightning Download download manager. Can be launched manually, but will need to start up if you want it to "catch clicks" off Internet Explorer
liibr.exe liibr
Added by a variant of the Storm/Nuwar/Zhelatin WORM!
LimeWire.exe Limewire
Added by the RBOT-AGH WORM!
LimeWire.exe LimeWire On Startup
LimeWire - Peer to Peer (P2P) file-sharing client. Note - as with all P2P sharing programs they are susceptible to various forms of malware
LimeWire.exe LimeWire x.x
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
limewirepro.exe limewirepro.exe
Added by the IRCBOT-WA WORM!
LineSpeedMeter.exe Line Speed Meter V3.0
LineSpeedMeter - detect the download and upload speed of your internet connection
Lvagent.exe Lingvo Launcher
ABBYY Lingvo Electronic Dictionaries
LinkMaker.exe Linker
Links adware
links.exe links
Added by the LOWZONE-BI TROJAN!
linksts.exe Linksts
Tray 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
linksys.exe Linksys Modem Drivers
Added by the IRCBOT.VD WORM!
linkuyy.exe linkyuu
Added by the DLOADER.MC TROJAN!
Linux.vbs Linux
Added by the LOVELETTER.AS VIRUS!
lviewj.exe LiquidView
"Liquid View lets you increase the legibility of the Microsoft Windows interface regardless of your display's native resolution. The software lets you increase the size of items that are hard to read on your monitor"
Lisa.exe Lisa
Added by the SCOM-D premium rate adult content dialler
list32.exe List checker 32 BIT
Added by the RBOT-AHO WORM!
LIU.exe LIU
Logitech Internet Update. Used to update drivers/software for Logitech's Wingman, QuickCam, etc devices. Reports claim it doesn't work very well and you can manually update the files anyway
livemsgr.exe Live Messanger
Detected by Kaspersky as the RBOT.BXX WORM! See here
lmns.exe Live-Help
Added by the RBOT-GHE WORM!
Live-Messenger.exe Live-Messenger.exe
Detected by Symantec as the SILLYP2P WORM! See here
LMonitor.exe LiveMonitor
MSI Live Update - auto-detects and suggests the latest BIOS/Driver/Utilities information
Livenote.exe LiveNote
Asus graphics card driver live update feature
LiveSexCams.exe LiveSexCams
Premium rate adult content dialler
LiveUpdate.exe LiveUpdate
Web-update utility as used by various types of software - see here
LMSTATUS.EXE LM Status
Xerox WorkCenter XE - language monitor status application
lmamanager.exe LMA Manager
Added by the TILEBOT-AD WORM!
lMAPl.exe lMAPl
Added by the AGOBOT-RE WORM!
LMonitor.exe LMonitor
MSI Live Update - auto-detects and suggests the latest BIOS/Driver/Utilities information
lmpdpsrv.exe lmpdpsrv
Related to a Lexmark printer/scanner. Printer sharing server? Is it required?
lmrt.exe lmrt
Unidentified adware
LMSTATUS.EXE LMSTATUS
Xerox WorkCenter XE - language monitor status application
LMSXXD.exe LMSXXD
Driver for Xerox XD series printer/copiers
LMU.exe lmu
Detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.BG TROJAN!
lExplore.exe lnternet Update
Added by the RBOT-GRH WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case "L" rather than an lower or upper case "i" which is the case with Internet Explorer
lnwin.exe lnwin.exe
Added by the DLOADR-ATC TROJAN!
LOADWB.EXE LOAD WB
Part of Stardock's WindowBlinds custom desktop program. "WindowBlinds is the first utility of its kind. It extends Win98/NT/2K/XP to have a fully skinnable user interface. You can change the style of title bars, buttons, toolbars and much more". If you use it - keep it if not then uninstall it
Lorena.exe LOAD32
Added by the MAPSON.C WORM!
load32.exe load32
Added by the NIBU, BAMBO TROJANS and DUMARU WORM!
l32x.exe load32
Added by the DUMARU.Z or DUMARU.Y or DUMARU.AD WORM!
loaddll.exe loaddll
Winvest spyware
loader.exe loader
Homepage hijacker, redirecting to coolwwwsearch.com. Downloader for iedll.exe
Loader32.exe loader32
Added by an unidentified TROJAN!
loadfax.exe loadfax
Added by the WINFLUX-C TROJAN!
LoadFonts.vbs LoadFonts
Homepage hijacker that changes your homepage to an adult content site
LoadGolfCourses.exe LoadGolfCourses
PlayMiniGolf.com foistware - stealth installed!
loadqm.exe LoadQM
Installed with MSN Explorer and loads the MSN Queue Manager. Required to enable the WU AutoUpdate feature. Note that disabling this can sometimes prevent internet sharing working on Win2K Pro SP2. Reports also suggest that removing it will re-enable internet access - hence the "users choice" recommendation. If you have problems leave it, otherwise I recommend you disable it
loads.exe loads.exe
MediaMotor adware
lsass.exe Local Authority Service
Added by the AMRKTMAN-C TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
LIC.exe Local Internet Connection
Added by the SDBOT-YA WORM!
lssas.exe Local Security Authority Servce
Added by the POEBOT-T WORM!
lssas.exe Local Security Authority Service
Added by the POEBOT-J WORM!
lockpc.exe Lock My PC
Lock My PC - a tool for quick computer locking when you leave it unattended. It shows a lock screen, disables Windows hot keys and mouse
logo_1.exe logg
Added by the PWFUZZ-A WORM!
Login.exe Login
Added by the BANCBAN-AH TROJAN!
lala.exe Login
Added by the BUGSPR-A TROJAN!
login.scr Login Screen Saver
Added by the RBOT-AVN WORM!
Lgnpsp32.exe LoginPassport
Added by the REDIST.C WORM!
loginui32.exe loginui32
Added by the LONGNU.A TROJAN!
Logitech.exe Logitech
Added by the RBOT.BJH WORM!
LBTWiz.exe Logitech BT Wizard
Bluetooth connection manager for Logitech based bluetooth wireless products
ldmconf.exe Logitech Desktop Messenger
Installed with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products, services and special offerings from Logitech
LogitechDesktopMessenger.exe Logitech Desktop Messenger
Installed with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products, services and special offerings from Logitech
Logi_MwX.exe Logitech Utility
Logitech Mouseware driver. Needed to support some additional functionality of Logitech mice/trackballs such as "SmartMove". If you disable it and find you don't need it leave it disabled
lgwakeup.exe Logitech Wakeup
Loads 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
logitechwls.exe Logitech Wireless
Added by the MYTOB-BS WORM!
LogitechDesktopMessenger.exe LogitechDesktopMessenger
Installed with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products, services and special offerings from Logitech
LogiTray.exe LogitechImageStudioTray
Logitech Image Studio - installed with Logitech QuickCams
Logitechs.exe Logitechs
Added by the SDBOT.BWE WORM!
LogiTray.exe LogitechVideoTray
Logitech Image Studio - installed with Logitech QuickCams
LogiTray.exe LogiTray
Logitech Image Studio - installed with Logitech QuickCams
Logi_MwX.exe Logi_Mwx
Logitech Mouseware driver. Needed to support some additional functionality of Logitech mice/trackballs such as "SmartMove". If you disable it and find you don't need it leave it disabled
LogMeInSystray.exe LogMeIn GUI
RemotelyAnywhere is a remote administration and remote control solution for Windows. It allows access to the host computer via the network (the LAN, an intranet or the Internet) - and on the client side all you need is a web browser, a terminal emulator or a WAP-enabled phone
LogonLoader.exe Logon Loader
Logon Loader - customize boot & login screens
LogonLoader.exe Logon Loader Random
Logon Loader - customize boot & login screens
logon.exe Logon.exe
Added by the ZINS.A TROJAN!
logonstudio.exe LogonStudio
WinCustomize LogonStudio - "Allows Windows XP users to edit, change, and apply new logon screens. LogonStudio comes built with a visual editor to make it easy to create your own logons which can then be uploaded to websites to be used by others users"
lsass.exe LogService
Added by the IU TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lsrss.exe LogService
Added by the PAPROXY-D TROJAN!
logwat95.exe LogWatch
Licensing patch for products installed on NT by Computer Associates such as eTrust. Detects and updates old versions of lic98.dll. Not required if you already have a newer version or the patch has been applied
looknstop.exe Look 'n' Stop
Look 'n' Stop personal firewall
lookupsys.exe Lookup_Sys
P04n trojan
LotusHlp.exe LotusHlp
Added by the WINKO.AO WORM!
LowRateVoip.exe LowRateVoip
LowRateVoip - free internet telephony utility using the VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol). Call online friends for free and regular phones either for free (limited use) or low rates. One of a number provided by Betamax - the others generally have different rate plans. Similar to the more popular Skype
LPMGR.exe LPManager
Part of Lenovo's IBM ThinkVantage Productivity Center for - "guides you to a host of information and tools to help you set up, understand, maintain, and enhance your ThinkPad? notebook or ThinkCentre? desktop"
Lpr123.exe Lpr
Added by the REMPSTEAL password stealer TROJAN!
Lpr123.exe Lpr123
Added by the REMPSTEAL password stealer TROJAN!
Lps.exe LPS
Local Port Scanner - "With LPS you're able to check your computer for open or listening ports"
lptask.exe LPtask
Program Lock It And Protect Pro - lock and protect your folders from being opened, moved or deleted
lrbz32.exe LRBZ Utility 32
Added by the AGOBOT-JQ WORM!
lsa.exe LSA
Added by the SDBOT-YV WORM!
LSASS.exe LSA Service
Added by the AHKER.G WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
lsa2srv.exe lsa Services
Added by the TAME-C WORM!
LSASS.exe LSA Shell (Export Version)
Added by several variants of the AHKER WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lsass.exe LSA Shellu
Detected by Symantec as the SILLYFDC WORM! See here. Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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!
lsamgr.exe LsaManager
Added by the BEAGLE.DR WORM!
lsas.exe lsas
Added by the BIGFAIRY-C WORM!
lsass.exe lsass
Added by the RATSOU.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 a DebugUserMode subfolder of the Winnt or Windows folder
lsasrv.exe lsass
Added by the MYDOOM.AG or MYDOOM.AS or MYDOOM.AU WORMS!
Lsass.exe Lsass
Added by the ALCOP-B WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
Lsass.exe Lsass
Added by the VOUMIT-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 a "mirc32" folder
LSASS.EXE Lsass
Added by the PUNYA-B WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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!
lshosts32.exe LSASS Authority
Added by the SDBOT-UY TROJAN!
lsvhosts.exe LSASS Authority
Added by the SDBOT.BCE WORM!
LSASSd.exe LSASS Daemon
Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
lsass2.exe lsass service
Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
lsass16.exe lsass16
Added by the BANKER-BXX TROJAN!
lsass2k.exe lsass2k Update
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lsass32.exe lsass32
Added by the LYDRA-B TROJAN!
lsass64BiT.exe lsass64BiT.exe
Added by the FORBOT-CK WORM!
lsassig.exe lsassig
Added by the BANCOS-EC TROJAN!
lsasss.exe lsasss
Added by the GEEKMY-A TROJAN!
lsasss.exe lsasss.exe
Added by the SASSER.E WORM!
lsburnwatcher.exe lsburnwatcher
HP software which helps one create labels after a music CD is burned using LightScribe discs. If you want to use LightScribe labeling, do not prevent from starting
lsburnwatcher.exe LSBWatcher
HP software which helps one create labels after a music CD is burned using LightScribe discs. If you want to use LightScribe labeling, do not prevent from starting
lsess.exe lsess
Added by the SINNAKA.A WORM!
lsmass.exe lsmass
Added by the WALLOP-B TROJAN!
lsmss.exe lsmss.exe
Added by the PROXY-GG TROJAN!
LSPmonitor.exe LSPFix
eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended, see here
LSPmonitor.exe LSPmonitor
eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended, see here
lssas.exe lssass
Added by the AGOBOT.RL WORM!
LSvr.exe LSvr
PowerStrip foistware. Note - this is not the same as the video tweaking utility of the same name here
ltdaemon.exe LT DAEMON
Acts as a data spooler for the DSL modem (similar to a cache). Do not uncheck if the DSL modem is being used
ltcisi.exe LTCISI
Added by the DELBOT-AP WORM!
LtcyCfg.exe LtcyCfgApply
PCI Latency Tool - "Utility to set PCI Latency and possibly prevent game stutter or improve FPS" for older AGP/PCI graphics cards
LTDMgr.exe LTDMgr
PowerStrip foistware. Note - this is not the same as the video tweaking utility of the same name here
lssas.exe LTM2
Added by a variant of the LITMUS TROJAN!
Ltmoh.exe LtMoh
Modem On Hold utility - manages incoming/outgoing voice calls on a single phone line while being connected to the internet
ltmsg.exe LTMSG
One 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
LTSMMSG.exe LTSMMSG
Lucent Tech. Soft Modem Messaging application - may be found on Fujitsu Lifebook, Acer and Sony Vaio notebooks, maybe others too
ltmsg.exe LTWinModem1
One 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
LUGuard.exe LUGuard
PC-Duo Remote Control enables your help desk technicians to take instant control of any remote desktop PC at any location across the LAN, WAN or internet
lup.exe lup
Added by the IRCBOT_GEN WORM!
LUSetup.exe Lusetup
Symantec LiveUpdate installer - required to install a new version of the application. Will only run once, and the entry is automatically deleted after a reboot
lvcoms.exe LVComs
Lvcomm server. Related to Logitech Quick Cam - works fine without it but it is needed for the Logitech ImageStudio software to connect to the camera
LVCOMSX.EXE LVCOMSX
It provides extra functionality for Logitech multimedia webcam devices. When disabled the camera still works in quick capture but you can get a slight increase in picture quality - not so snowy and the movement wasn't so jerky
lwbwheel.exe LWBMOUSE
Mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features
lwtest.exe Lwinst Run Profiler
Logitech Wingman Profiler for the Logitech joysticks. Available via Start -> Programs
lwjcjuti.exe lwjcjuti.exe
Added by the DWNLDR-GTQ TROJAN!
lxamsp32.exe lxamsp32
Lexmark Scan and Copy Control Program for the X63 (and maybe others) printer/scanner. Required for the scanner to work
LXbbmgr.exe LXbbmgr
Lexmark printer button manager? Is it required?
LXBLKsk.exe LXBLKsk
Lexmark related. What does it do, and is it required?
lxbrbmgr.exe lxbrbmgr
"Lexmark Scan & Copy Control Program" for the Lexmark 3100 all-in-one multifunction printer/copier/scanner. Button manager for features such as scan, scan to E-mail, copy, etc
LXBRKsk.exe LXBRKsk
Lexmark printer related. What does it do and is it required?
lxbumon.exe lxbumon.exe
Lexmark 6200 Series printer device monitor
lxbxmon.exe lxbxmon.exe
Lexmark 7100 Series printer device monitor
lxbymon.exe lxbymon.exe
Lexmark P910 Series printer device monitor
lxccmon.exe lxccmon.exe
Lexmark 3300 Series printer device monitor
lxcgmon.exe lxcgmon.exe
Lexmark 2300 Series printer device monitor
lxcqmon.exe lxcqmon.exe
Lexmark 9300 Series printer device monitor
lxcrmon.exe lxcrmon.exe
Lexmark 2400 Series printer device monitor
lxctmon.exe lxctmon.exe
Lexmark 5400 Series printer device monitor
lxcymon.exe lxcymon.exe
Lexmark 3400 Series printer device monitor
lxdcamon.exe lxdcamon
Lexmark 1300 Series printer device monitor
lxdcmon.exe lxdcmon.exe
Lexmark 1300 Series printer device monitor
lxddamon.exe lxddamon
Lexmark 2500 Series printer device monitor
lxddmon.exe lxddmon.exe
Lexmark 2500 Series printer device monitor
lxdiamon.exe lxdiamon
Lexmark 3500-4500 Series printer device monitor
lxdimon.exe lxdimon.exe
Lexmark 3500-4500 Series printer device monitor
lxdjamon.exe lxdjamon
Lexmark 1400 Series printer device monitor
lxdjmon.exe lxdjmon.exe
Lexmark 1400 Series printer device monitor
lxdwamon.exe lxdwamon
Lexmark 7600 Series printer device monitor
lxdwmon.exe lxdwmon.exe
Lexmark 7600 Series printer device monitor
LXSUPMON.EXE LXSUPMON
Lexmark printer related. The printer should work fine without it but what does it do?
Lyc_SysTray.exe lycosInside
Lycos eMail related - what does it do and is it required?
LYRAHD2TrayApp.exe LyraHD2TrayApp
Related to RCA Lyra MP3 Player
LzioMediaUpdater.exe LzioMediaUpdater
LZIO.com adware downloader
LaunchRA.exe MadExe
Part of Dell Resolution Assistant - "a diagnostic program that allows you to contact Dell. When factory-installed by Dell, it allowed you to perform hardware and software diagnostics that provided alerts to potential problems and enabled real-time communication with Dell RA techs. You can now use RA only to contact Dell by e-mail"
Launch.exe MailScan Dispatcher
MicroWorld MailScan Dispatcher splits each e-mail message into various components such as the header, body and attachment. Compressed formats (ZIP, ARJ, etc.) are scanned for viruses and cleaned
LogOnHook.exe MBkLogOnHook
Related to McAfee Backup from Network Associates
lsass.ppf Microsoft
Added by the RBOT-GAA WORM!
lsass.exe Microsoft Authority Service
Added by the KALEL-D WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
lEXPLORE.EXE Microsoft Internet Explorer
Added by the RBOT-AMM WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case "L" rather than an lower or upper case "i" which is the case with Internet Explorer
lanXp.exe Microsoft LAN32 Protocol
Added by the RBOT-SS WORM!
lmhosts.exe Microsoft Lmhosting Service
Added by the RBOT-RC WORM!
LocationFinder.exe Microsoft Location Finder
Microsoft Location Finder "is a client-side application that turns a regular WiFi enabled laptop, Tablet or PC into a location determining device without the addition of any separate hardware"
lsass.exe Microsoft Lsass Manager
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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!
lmas.exe Microsoft Management
Added by the FORBOT-CZ WORM!
lssas.exe Microsoft Management Console
EasySearch adware
lssas1.exe Microsoft Management Console
Added by the DLOADR-AWD TROJAN!
lserv.exe Microsoft Office
Added by the SDBOT.MH WORM!
linksys.exe Microsoft Router Manager
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!
lsas.exe Microsoft Security Monitor Process
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here
lsasss.exe Microsoft Server Applacations
Added by the RBOT-AQQ WORM!
lass.exe microsoft server base
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lsserv.exe Microsoft Services
Added by an unidentified VIRUS, WORM or TROJAN!
lssrv.exe Microsoft Services
Added by the RBOT.CW WORM!
lsrv.exe Microsoft Services
Added by the RBOT-BK WORM!
localhost.exe Microsoft Setup Initializazion
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!
libsysmgr.exe Microsoft System Checkup
Added by the SDBOT-CAF WORM!
libsys32.exe Microsoft System Checkup
Added by the SDBOT-ACK WORM!
lsac.exe Microsoft Update
Added by the GAOBOT.XW WORM!
livemessenger.com Microsoft Update
Added by the ADLOAD-LN TROJAN!
linux.exe Microsoft Update Machine
Added by the RBOT-IM WORM!
lmrss.exe Microsoft Update Machine
Added by the RBOT-DY WORM!
LANWAKE.EXE Microsoft Update Machine
Added by the RBOT-QZ WORM!
lsasse.exe Microsoft Update Machine
Added by the RBOT-DI WORM!
lxxex.exe Microsoft Update v2.6
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lsass.exe Microsoft UPDATER32
Added by the RANDEX.AR WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate Lsass.exe system file should normally NOT figure in Msconfig/Startup!
log32zx.exe Microsoft Windows updaterD
Added by the MYDOOM.W WORM!
lxes.exe Microsoftf DDEs Control
Added by the RBOT.BOF WORM!
lass32.exe Microsoftkeysds
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
loor.pif microsoftm eegs cuntrol
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lcsrv16.exe Microsofts Service
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lsasss.exe Microsofts Updates
Added by the RBOT-AEX WORM!
lsass.exe MicrosoftSourceSafe
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
lrbzus32.exe Micrsoft CFG 32
Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
lxmstart.exe mload
Added by an unidentified VIRUS, WORM or TROJAN!
locatesvc.exe Modem
Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!
lmovie.exe MovieM
Added by the BEAGLE.DS WORM!
lrbz32.exe MS Config v13
Added by the GAOBOT.AOL WORM!
lsass135.exe MS lsass Startup
Added by the RBOT.WM WORM!
lsass.exe MS Security Authority Service
Added by the KALEL-B WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
l4m3r.exe msennger
Added by the PROGENT-AF TROJAN!
lsass32.exe MSN
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here
live.messenger.com MSN Messenger
Detected by Trend Micro as the DELF.AOI TROJAN! See here
lvsrev.exe msserv
Added by the BROWMON-B TROJAN!
lsasser.exe msupdater25
Added by the RBOT-ATS WORM!
lmgui.exe murphy shield
Firewall part of BitDefender virus scanner/firewall
lasvr32.exe NavAgent32
Added by the FEMOT.D WORM!
lsass2.exe NDIS Adapter
Added by the WOOTBOT.CW WORM!
LiteClientAM.exe NIHomeAM
A managed web based internet security service that provides comprehensive & total protection for laptops/desktops - regardless of how, when or where they connect to the Internet. Made by Netintelligence Ltd
lah.exe Norton Personal Firewall
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lsa.exe Norton Updater
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
LSASS.exe NortonAntivirus
Added by the PEXMOR WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 a "Temp" subfolder of the Winnt or Windows folder. It also has nothing to do with Norton AV
LiveUpdate.exe Openwares LiveUpdate
Web-update utility as used by various types of software - see here
look.exe Outlook Express Protocol
Added by the RBOT-ACS WORM!
lide.exe Path
??
LaunchApplication.exe PCSuiteTrayApplication
System Tray icon for Nokia PC Suite. PC Suite lets you synchronize, edit, and back up many of your phone's files on a compatible PC through a wireless or cable connection. PC Suite can also be launched through Start Menu
Language.exe PDVD8LanguageShortcut
Part of Cyberlink's PowerDVD version 8. Language settings?
LimeAlive.exe PhilipsLime
Associated with some Philips portable media players such as the GoGear. What does it do and is it required?
Launcher.exe PrimaLauncher
Associated with PrimaScan scanners. Is it required?
lass.exe PrintSpooler
Win-Spy keyboard logger/monitoring software - remove unless you installed it yourself
liteout.exe profiler
Added by the ZAPCHAS-G WORM!
lsass.exe Prog
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
launcher.exe PSQLLauncher
IBM ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
lms2cenu.exe q36i36O
Added by the SECONDTHOUGHT VIRUS!
Ls.exe Quickzip
MsConnect browser hijacker and dialler
lu.exe QuickZip
MsConnect browser hijacker and dialler
lpt.exe Reg Check
Related to Supanet ISP software - what does it do and is it required?
lsass.exe RegDoneEx
Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
lexplore_.exe RegMutex
Added by the MSNOPT-A TROJAN!
loader_name.exe reg_key
Added by the BEAGLE.Y or BEAGLE.Z or BEAGLE.AA WORMS!
lsass.exe RsWin
Added by the SILLY.BR WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 a "4350" sub-folder
localsvc.exe Run Services as Application
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
lxdboxcp.exe run=
Lexmark DOS-Printing Control Program for the Lexmark 2050. Only required if you need to print from DOS
LXBTppls.exe run=
Reportedly part of Lexmark printer software - what does it do and is it required?
LaunchAdware.exe RUNGogoTools
GoGoTools adware
l0ad.exe RUNLOAD
PurityScan/Clickspring adware
loud.exe RUNLOUD
PurityScan/Clickspring adware
lsass.exe [trojan filename] Runner
Added by the DROWSY-B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 the Winnt or Windows folder
lsass.exe Runner
Added by the ADCLICK-AG TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
launch.exe Screen Guard
Part of Access Denied security and privacy software
LiveUpdateSD.exe SDAutoLiveupdate
Spyware Detector - spyware remover. Initially not recommended due to false positives but the later versions have since improved - see here
localsvc.exe Services Administrator
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
lsassa.exe Services Controller
Added by the CIADOOR.122 VIRUS!
lsass.exe ServicesLoad
Added by the DEARIS-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lexplore_.exe ShellRun
Added by the MSNOPT-A TROJAN!
lsas.exe Shellspl
Added by the YALER-A TROJAN!
LAUNCH32.EXE SMS Application Launcher
Microsoft Systems Management Server - used to manage computers on a network remotely
localsvc.exe Spooler SubSystem Application
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
lwtest.exe Start Wingman Profiler
Logitech Wingman software required to operate Logitech joysticks and gamepads. Unless you're a hard-core gamer, it's best to leave it unchecked
lwemon.exe Start Wingman Profiler
Logitech Wingman software required to operate Logitech joysticks and gamepads. Unless you're a hard-core gamer, it's best to leave it unchecked
lockx.exe stratas
Added by the SDBOT-ADD WORM!
lock1.exe strtas
Added by the SDBOT-ADQ WORM!
lockx.exe strtas
Added by the SDBOT-AEB WORM!
l074.exe strtas
Added by the AGENT-II TROJAN!
loc1.exe strtas
Added by the RBOT-AZU TROJAN!
l0ad.exe suck
PurityScan/Clickspring adware
lsess.exe Sysino
Added by the FORBOT-BF WORM!
LSESS.exe Sysqq
Added by the FORBOT-BF WORM!
ln32k.dll SysService32
Added by the KINDAL VIRUS!
lsass.exe system
Added by the SATILOLER.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 Program FilesCommon Filessystem folder
lsas.exe SYSTEM
Added by the SPYBOT.CJ WORM!
lsasse.exe system
Added by the RBOT-YL WORM!
LSASS.EXE System Handler
Added by the NIMOS WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 System folder
lsass.exe System Kernel
Added by the VBBOT-G TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lsass.exe System Process
Added by the ADCLICK-AG TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lsasss.exe System32
Added by the RBOT-XW WORM!
ladies.htm SystemBoot
Unknown but sounds very suspicious??
loaded.exe SystemTasks
Adult content dialler
lsvhostwinlk.exe SystemTray
Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!
LSASS.EXE Task
Added by the PUNYA-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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!
localsvc.exe Tcp Application Manager
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
LanNSvc.exe TCP Monitoring
Added by the RANDEX.AAS WORM!
LastDefender.exe TheLastDefender
TheLastDefender spyware remover - not recommended, see here
LCFEP.EXE Tivoli
Tivoli 'TME' System Tray icon - "'lcfep' is the program that displays statistics about the Endpoint. Apparently stopping/removing this process has no impact on the Endpoint itself which will continue to function normally"
lexbce.exe TkNetDriver Monitor
Added by the SDBOT-ADF WORM!
LSASS.exe ToP
Added by the WOWCRAFT.C TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lnternet32.exe Topic lnternet
Added by the RBOT-GLZ WORM!
launch.exe Traceless
Traceless 2003 - clear your cookies, temp directories and browser history with a click of a button. It also clears the recent documents and the IE drop down auto complete box
lsass.exe Traybar
Added by the MYDOOM.L WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
Launcher.exe UniblueSpeedUpMyPC
SpeedUpMyPC 2009 from Uniblue - which "lets you monitor and control all your PC resources with easy, one click instructions. System settings, internet usage, disk clutter, RAM and CPU are all automatically scanned, cleaned and optimized for peak performance." Located in %ProgramFiles%\Uniblue\SpeedUpMyPC
lsass.exe Update
Added by the ADCLICK-AG TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
logon.exe update run dos
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
LOGON.EXE Update Run MSword
Added by the RBOT.TY WORM!
lsass.exe Userinit
Added by a variant of the DLOADER-TP TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 Program FilesCommon Files folder
lsass.exe Userinit
Added by a variant of the VIRAN-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 Program FilesCommon FilesSystem folder
Ltmoh.exe V.92 Modem On Hold
Modem On Hold utility - manages incoming/outgoing voice calls on a single phone line while being connected to the internet
lalaa.exe Vdat Update
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
Launcher.exe Vegas Palms - Launcher
Vegas Palms on-line cassino
Launcher.exe Webshots
Webshots - software that displays photos as your screensaver and wallpaper, and provides tools for sharing your personal photos on the web
lsa.exe Win32 LSA Driver
Added by the FORBOT-FJ WORM!
load.exe win32servv
iSearch adware
load win64.drv Win64 Compatibility Check
CoolWebSearch parasite variant
localsvc.exe Windows .Net Manager
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
lsass.exe Windows Authority Service
Added by the KALEL-E WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!
LSASS.exe Windows auto update
Added by the AHKER.G WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
Lsas.exe Windows Explorer
Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!
Lsess.exe Windows Firewal
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lmass.exe Windows Host Name
Added by the GAOBOT.O WORM!
livemsngr.exe Windows Live Messenger!
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN! See here
localsvc.exe Windows Local Services
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
lmss.exe Windows Login
Added by the AGOBOT-JA WORM!
login.exe Windows Login
Detected by NOD32 as a variant of the BIFROSE TROJAN!
logon.exe Windows Logon Application
Added by the POEBOT-J WORM!
logon.exe Windows Logon Manager
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
livemsngs.exe Windows MSN Live Messanger
Detected by Kaspersky as the RBOT.BMV BACKDOOR! See here
lsass.exe Windows Recavery Adware
Added by an unidentified TROJAN - see here. Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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!
lncom.exe Windows Reg Services
Added by the PRORAT-O TROJAN!
lservice.exe Windows Reg Services
Added by the PRORAT-O TROJAN!
load.exe Windows Secure Update
Added by the FORBOT-GU WORM!
lsass.exe Windows Security Authority Service
Added by the KALEL-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
localsvc.exe Windows Service Manager
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
livecal.exe Windows Service Update
Added by the SDBOT-DEY WORM!
load shell.dll Windows Shell Library Loader
CoolWebSearch parasite variant
localsrv.exe Windows Streams Server
Added by the SDBOT.LN WORM!
lf66prc.exe WINDOWS SYSTEM
Added by the MYTOB.GC WORM!
logic.exe WINDOWS SYSTEM
Added by the MYTOB.IC WORM!
lsassx.exe Windows Taskmanager
Added by the KELVIR.E WORM!
logonuit.exe windows update
Added by the LEGMIR-AO TROJAN!
livesrvs.exe Windows Update
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
lsassx.exe Windows Updates
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
localsvc.exe Windows Web Services
Added by the DLOADER-NY TROJAN!
lsadst.exe WindowsProtocolLog
Added by the NANINF.C TROJAN!
lsass.exe Windows_LowLevel_Security_Core
Added by the PADMIN-A TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 a "Repair" subfolder of the Winnt or Windows folder
lsas.exe Windows_Protect
Added by the RBOT.ARO WORM!
LEXPLORE.exe Windws Configuration Loader
Added by the SODABOT WORM! Note - the executable is spelt with a lower case "L" rather than an lower or upper case "i" which is the case with Internet Explorer
lexplore_.exe WinEx
Added by the MSNOPT-A TROJAN!
Lsass.exe WinExec
Added by the CRUTLE-B WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
libupdate.exe WinLibUpdate
Added by the BIONET series of TROJANS such as BIONET.31 or BIONET.310
libupdate32.exe WinLibUpdate32
Added by the BIONET.405 TROJAN!
libupdte.exe WinLibUpdte
Added by the BIONET.318 TROJAN!
log.exe Winlogin.exe
Added by a variant of the AGENT.AH downloader TROJAN!
logfile.exe winlogin.exe
Added by the AGENT.AH TROJAN!
lsass.exe Winlogon
Added by the VB-EJ TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lsass.exe Winlogon
Added by the FLOPPY-B VIRUS! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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
lcd.exe Winsock32 driver
Added by the SPYBOT.B WORM!
lsass.exe WinXPService
Added by the ZAPCHAS-AS TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which is always located in %System% and should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in a "Lavan" subfolder
logon.bat Worms
Added by the DELMP3-A WORM!
Launcher.exe wow
Added by the DELF-DOR TROJAN!
lmsxxe.exe XE 8x LM Status
Xerox XE8 series laser printer status monitor
ltcm000c.exe XircWinModem4
WinModem drivers. 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
loaderxp.exe XP Loader
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT BACKDOOR! See here
LAS0Ads.exe ZeroAds
ZeroAds - culls ads, cookies and pop-ups. Required for the cookie interception to work
Lsass.exe ZincgrubInc
Added by the VOUMIT-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.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 a "mirc32" folder
l?gonui.exe [random name]
PurityScan/Clickspring adware
l?ass.exe [random name]
PurityScan/Clickspring adware
lsass.scr [random]
Added by the BANCBAN-CW TROJAN!
LOPTCON.exe [various names]
Wareout - malware masquerading as a spyware and dialer remover
 



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