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Files beginning with s

The table below includes any files beginning with s, 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 s:

File Type File Name Process Name and Information
system32.exe
Added by the AGOBOT-KU WORM! Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field
svchost.exe
Added by the DELF-UX 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. Note - has a blank entry under the Startup Item/Name field
SP00Lsv32.pif (L4r1$$4) (4nt1) (V1ruz)
Added by the ASSIRAL.B WORM!
secctr.exe *Security Center
Added by the SDBOT.BRO WORM!
statemgr.exe *StateMgr
Windows ME default for System Restore. Do NOT disable!
systemupd.exe *WindowsAudio
Added by the AGENT-TH WORM!
svhost.exe .mscsbl
Added by the CMQ TROJAN!
sysmon32.exe .NET config
??
smss.exe .nvsvc
Added by the IRCBOT-FP TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate smss.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!
smssb.exe .nvsvcb
Added by the BOXED.CG TROJAN!
services.exe .Prog
Added by the NEVEG.B or NEVEG.C WORMS! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
system32THotkey.exe 00THotkey
For Toshiba Satellite notebook series to use the front buttons, play, stop, next, prev
svchost.scr 1
Added by the BANCOS.X TROJAN!
sysockeu.exe 1029BB4B-16A9-4E77-AA3D-96930BD68EEC
Detected by McAfee as the FAKEALERT-AH TROJAN! See here
stubinstaller****.exe [* = digit] 180ClientStubInstall
180Solutions adware related
SpyAgent4.exe 1Srv32
SpyTech SpyAgent monitoring software. "Spy software that allows you to monitor EVERYTHING users do on your PC."
SpyBuddy.exe 1Win32Cfg
SpyBuddy keystroke logger/monitoring program - remove unless you installed it yourself!
sysokuaw.exe 2177F056-0AA6-4D6C-A944-13F71F341C29
Detected by McAfee as the FAKEALERT-AH TROJAN! See here
slsorve.exe 27
Added by the SLSORVE-A TROJAN!
svchost.exe 333
Added by the JD-A 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 one is located in a "Syswm1i" directory
Ska.exe 666
Added by the PIPES TROJAN!
sysoghcx.exe 756349DC-6D9E-4F2A-9B24-269661F073C3
Detected by McAfee as the FAKEALERT-AH TROJAN! See here
sysodkcs.exe 852EBF20-A95D-4F1F-B9C2-B2CD24350F3E
Detected by McAfee as the FAKEALERT-AH TROJAN! See here
sys.exe AAMSFree702
Added by the BACKDOOR-CPC TROJAN!
snddrv.exe Ac97Sound
Detected by Sophos as the SILLYFDC-A TROJAN!
schedhlp.exe Acronis Scheduler Helper
Part of Acronis True Image backup software. Co-operates with the "schedul2.exe" service to perform backup/restore tasks correctly. Required if you want to use True Image to do some real backup/restore tasks - not if you only want to explore/mount images
schedhlp.exe Acronis Scheduler2 Service
Part of Acronis True Image - backup software. Co-operates with the "schedul2.exe" service to perform backup/restore tasks correctly. Required if you want to use True Image to do some real backup/restore tasks - not if you only want to explore/mount images
systray32.exe ActiveDesktop
Added by the DABOOM WORM!
svcss.exe ActiveXUpdate
Added by a variant of the DEDLER.C TROJAN!
svchost.scr Administrator
Added by the NOVACAL TROJAN!
sysfile.vbs AdminSoft
Added by the STARGRUB-A WORM!
sysconfig.exe Adobe
Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
sysbat32.exe Adobe
Added by the LOWZONES.T TROJAN!
sysmsn.exe AdobeReaderPros
Added by the RBOT-BGH WORM!
services.exe AdRotator.Application
Added by FakeMessage/AdRotator adware. Note - this is not the legitimate services.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 an "Inetsrv" subfolder
stopAds.exe AdsBlocker
Reported as DILAER.DW by NOD32
SystemtrayV100B.exe ADSLSYSTEMTRAY
Apparently Annex A ADSL modem related. What does it do and is it required?
sysupudt.exe AdUpdater
Unidentified adware downloader/updater
schedules.exe AdwareKiller_schedules
EAdwareKiller spyware remover - not recommended, see here
scchost.exe Alive SYstem
Added by the TOFDROP-B TROJAN!
scchostc.exe Alive SYstem
Added by the TOFDROP-B TROJAN!
stswin.exe All Aboard Status
All Aboard! Internet Connection Sharing status icon
svchost.exe alpha
Added by a variant of the DELF.IT 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!
SecurityCenter.exe Aluria Security Center
Aluria Software's spyware removal tool - we can't really recommend this product as Aluria have recently partnered with WhenU, the well known adware company, see here
SpyWareKiller.exe ANONYMIZER_SPYWAREKILLER
Anonymizer Spyware Killer - now Anti-Spyware
spamsvc.exe Anti Spam Service
Added by the MYTOB-BK WORM!
SVCHST32.EXE AntiClicker
Added by the CBH TROJAN!
svchst.exe Antivir
Added by the RAGRUK-A TROJAN!
scvhost.exe AntiVir
Added by the AGENT-DSF TROJAN!
sysrtmvs.exe aouei
Chivio dialer
smsbvl32.exe ApplicationProtocolRun
Added by the IRCBOT-CX TROJAN!
simenu.exe apyginapygin
Added by the SDBOT.BTR WORM!
SocksA.exe ASocksrv
Added by the VB.CBW WORM!
servicos..exe ASP.NET State Service
Added by the DADOBRA-I TROJAN!
SAUpdate.exe ATTBroadbandUpdate
Big Brother from Quest Software. System and network monitor
SOUND.exe AUDIO
Added by the PLOYB-A TROJAN!
symcsvc.exe aupd
Added by the ABWIZ.D TROJAN!
sysvcs.exe aupd
Added by the ABWIZ.C TROJAN!
sywsvcs.exe aupd
Added by the ORSE-M TROJAN!
sa3dsrv.exe Aureal A3D Interactive Audio
For Aureal based 3D soundcards. A3D sound features won't work with this disabled
startauth.exe Auth Starter Ident
Added by the RBOT-WP WORM!
scricon.exe Auto File System Conversion Utility
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
svchost.exe Auto Update
Added by the DUMARDI-A 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
svchost.exe Auto Updates
Added by the CHEUKO-A 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
SERVICES.EXE AutoAdministrator
Added by the PUNYA-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate services.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!
spooll.exe autoload
Detected by Symantec as the SILLYFDC WORM! See here
suchost.exe Automatic Microsoft Windows Updater
Added by the RBOT-EQ WORM!
sxs.exe autorun
Added by the SMALLVBS-A WORM!
smss.exe AutoUpdate
Added by a variant of the WINSPY.AA TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate smss.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 "debug64" subfolder of the Winnt or Windows folder
StartFX.exe AVFX Engine
Advanced Video FX - supported by a number of Creative Web Cameras. "Have more fun by adding a wide range of special effects and backgrounds to your video chat with Advanced Video FX"
svchost323.exe AvG
Added by the RBOT-ZA WORM!
serbw.exe avnort
Added by the SERFLOG.A WORM!
SCHSC9X.EXE AVSchedScan
Command Antivirus related
svosm.exe AvSer
Added by the SERFLOG.B WORM!
sysup.exe AvSer
Added by the SERFLOG.B WORM!
svchst32.exe bab
Added by the AGENT.Q TROJAN!
SYSMONMS.EXE bal
Added by the FAKEALERT TROJAN!
station.sbrt Bart Station
Related to PeoplePC ISP. May be a dialler for dial-up accounts?
secure2.bat Bat
Added by the ZCREW.C TROJAN!
skinkers.exe BBC News alerts
BBC News Desktop Alerts service - see here. Desktop alert and breaking news e-mail services let you find out about all the latest news as it happens
saqevre.exe Beawver
Added by the RANKY.AGA TROJAN!
svchost.exe beta
Added by a variant of the DELF.IT 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!
smnp.exe blah service
Added by the RBOT.IZ WORM!
syser.exe boler.exe
Added by the RBOT-AYS WORM!
syncit.exe BookMarkSink
Bookmark synchronization utility
syncit.exe BookMarkSync
Sync2IT BookMarkSync - "real-time automatic synchronization service that allows you to access your bookmarks, favorites and favorite files from any computer or any browser". Only installed with the users explicit permission and generally only remains running if the user decides to subscribe to the service. If it is no longer required it should be uninstalled to prevent a large number of clients 'checking in' to the server that have no chance of synchronizing
sync2it.exe BookMarkSync2It
Sync2IT BookMarkSync - "real-time automatic synchronization service that allows you to access your bookmarks, favorites and favorite files from any computer or any browser". Only installed with the users explicit permission and generally only remains running if the user decides to subscribe to the service. If it is no longer required it should be uninstalled to prevent a large number of clients 'checking in' to the server that have no chance of synchronizing
svchostt.exe Bot Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.ALV WORM!
servicecenter.exe Bredbandsbolaget
Related to the Brebband Swedish Broadband provider
sempalong.exe Bron-Spizaetus
Added by the BRONTOK-E WORM!
s_menu.exe browser
Added by the TACTSLAY.C TROJAN!
SVCH0ST.EXE BSVCHOST
Added by the VOXOM TROJAN!
services.exe BuildLab
Added by the NEVEG.B or NEVEG.C WORMS! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
SetupCmd.exe C:WINDOWSsystem32SetupCmd.exe
Detected by Kaspersky as the AGENT.AAW TROJAN!
sddriver.exe Call Function System32
Added by a variant of the SDBOT TROJAN!
svchost.exe CashToolbar
CashToolbar Downloader-MY adware. Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which should NOT appear in Msconfig/Startup!
svcrhost.exe ccAppr
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
svcshost.exe ccAppr
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
services.exe ccApps
Added by the NEVEG.B or NEVEG.C WORMS! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
svcrhost.exe ccRegVfY
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
svcshost.exe ccRegVfY
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
stealth.exe CCWC7s
Moleculesoft Cache, Cookie & Windows Cleaner. No longer supported but available for free
svchost.exe CDriver
Added by a variant of the DELF.IT 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!
SafeSignCertReg.exe CertificateRegistration
SafeSign Certificate Registration Utility for Microsoft Crypto applications
server.exe CesarFTP FTP Server
CesarFTPd - FTP server
sfcmonit.exe cftmon
Added by a variant of the AGENT.ERG TROJAN!
SPMSMON.EXE ChangeICON
Card reader related program. Note - may cause problems with My Computer loading at startup. Disabling through MsConfig seems to solve the problem
sokscmpn.exe CHIPDRIVEPinManager
ChipDrive Smartcard software
SCMgr.exe CHIPDRIVESmartcardManager
ChipDrive Smartcard software
srv.exe Classes
Switch adult content dialler
srv2.exe Classes
Switch adult content dialler
service.exe Clean up
Added by the AGENT-FPY TROJAN!
smmss.exe Client Server Runtime Process
Backdoor TROJAN! Possible SDBOT-GEN variant
Sync.exe ClockSync
ClockSync - synchronizes your system clock with an internet time server. It's by WhenU, the makers of the Save Now spyware, and they're usually seen in tandem, so it's advised to replace it with one of may spyware free alternatives available
sed.exe CLSID
Adult content dialler
SmWizard.exe CM-SmWizard
SmartWizard MFC Application - associated with C-Media who produce audio chipsets commonly used for on-board sound on motherboards. What does it do and is it required?
startupmon.exe cmonitor
SystemDoctor is a security risk that may give exaggerated reports of threats on the computer. The program then prompts the user to purchase a registered version of the software in order to remove the reported threats
system.exe cmss
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
Systray.exe Coldlife -icmp
Added by the FLOOD.AV TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate systray.exe process
suchost.exe COM++ System
Added by a variant of the LOVGATE WORM!
svchost.exe... COM++ System
Added by a variant of the LOVGATE WORM!
svdhost.exe COMDRV32
Orvell Monitoring 2003 surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself. Note - asks for permission to contact the IP address of http://www.protectcom.com/
system.exe Command
Added by the GATECRASH.A or GATECRASH.B TROJANS!
SCCENTER.EXE Compaq Computer Corp SCCenter Module
For Compaq PC's. Part of Backweb
silent.exe & matcli.exe Compaq Knowledge Center
matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address, city, state, etc and gets written to a log file while silent.exe executes matcli.exe quietly in the background. Compaq Knowledge Center is required to run with the Help and Support program. If you uncheck Compaq Knowledge Center and and then run help and Support it will add another Compaq Knowledge Center in the startup menu. If you remove the Compaq Knowledge Center in the add/remove program some help menus in help and support will not be available like Fix my Presario, Preference, and Contact Technical Support. You decide
systeminfos.exe Compaq Service Drivers
Added by the SDBOT-XC WORM!
sounddr.exe Compaq Sound Drivers For WINDOWS
Added by the SDBOT-XG WORM!
SRP.exe ConfidentUser
ConfidentUser misleading security software - the site's "online scanner" detected by Kaspersky antivirus as WinFixer.ba
service.exe Config
Added by the ISRAZ.B WORM!
svchosl.exe Config Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.P WORM!
sysldr32.exe Config Loader
Added by the GAOBOT WORM!
scvhost.exe Config Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.AE or GAOBOT.AO WORMS!
svhost.exe Config Loader
Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
service5.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.AF WORM!
sycfg34.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.AN WORM!
Service.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!
Servicess.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!
sw32.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the AGOBOT.BQ WORM!
System.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!
sysinfo.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.FQ WORM!
svhst.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the GAOBOT.YC WORM!
systemry.exe Configuration Loader
Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
smss32.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the AGOBOT.MB WORM!
seru32.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the SDBOT-VR WORM!
smsai.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the SDBOT-YE WORM!
svupdate.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the RANDEX.DXP WORM!
scvhost.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the AGOBOT-AAE and SDBOT.AR WORMS!
svchost.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the PARADROP-A WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which should NOT appear in Msconfig/Startup!
svchost2.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the AGOBOT.JR WORM!
svchost.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the PARADROP-AI WORM! Note - this is not the legitimate svchost.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup!
syscfg32.exe Configuration Loader
Added by the SDBOT.B TROJAN!
svchos1.exe Configuration Loading
Added by the GAOBOT.DK WORM!
sewins.exe Configuration Servecie
Added by the SDBOT-COH WORM!
suchost.exe Configuration Service
Added by the TREB TROJAN!
sysconf16.exe ConfLoader
Added by the SDBOT-FB TROJAN!
SYS.EXE Connector
Added by the dialer.Nunci premium dialer
sms.EXE Connector
Added by the ExDial-B premium rate adult content dialer
smctrlw.exe control panel
System Tray icon for a Silicon Motion LynxEM based PCI Graphics Card
System.exe Control Panel
Added by the DANI TROJAN!
systemctrl.exe internet.dll, LoadNetworkProfile ControlPanel
Browser hijacker, also detected as STARTPA-FX
svcc.exe ControlPanel
WorldSearch adware
s_menu.exe cpl
Added by the TACTSLAY.C TROJAN!
simcss.exe cpntmgc
Added by the MAGICON.A TROJAN!
StartEAK.exe CPQEASYACC
For Compaq PC's. Allows the use of programmable keys on mulimedia keyboards. Required if you use the additional keys
STARTDRV.exe CPQEASYACC
For Compaq PC's. Allows the use of programmable keys on mulimedia keyboards. Required if you use the additional keys
stutfix.exe CPQSTUTFIX
For Compaq PC's. Fixes audio stutter problems for ESS Maestro soundcards. You can download it here. This is a Compaq originated file and has been verified as free from viruses by McAfree/Norton
svchost32.exe CRC Value Verifier
Added by the RBOT-OA WORM!
stacture.exe Creates stractures for system management
Added by the SDBOT-DHS WORM!
starter.exe Creative PCI Audio Configuration Utility
System Tray icon to configure a Creative Soundblaster PCI soundcard. Not required and re-instates itself when un-checked. Try one of the solutions on this special page. Similar to EnsoniqMixer
scrnsave.pif Crnsava
Added by the SDBOT-ZV WORM!
spqmdmui.exe csaRem
Compaq modem country selection
softok.exe csoftok
Added by the QQPASS.G TROJAN!
ssms.exe csrss
Added by an unidentified malware
SCHWIZEX.EXE CSScheduleCheck
Part of ConfigSafe - lets you identify changes to the registry, INI files, System asset files, system hardware, network connections, and operating system versions - provides a restore function. This part takes a snapshot of your system following a healthy re-boot
SVOHOST.exe ctfnom.exe
Added by the DIGIDOR-A TROJAN!
Screendragon_VS_Taskbar.exe cursor
ScreenDragon video player
sdservss.exe cvmsyslpd
Added by the MAILBOT-BY TROJAN!
showmode.exe Cyber Trio
From 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
System.dat.vbs Data
Added by the BISCUIT.A WORM!
starter.exe dbar_starter
Deskbar adware - adds a search bar to your Windows taskbar which performs searches on www.w-w-w-dot-com.com
SVIQ.EXE dc2k5
Added by the COIDUNG-A WORM!
sprtcmd.exe /P ddoctorv2 ddoctorv2
Comcast Desktop Doctor (provided by SupportSoft, Inc) is a free self-help tool for Comcast broadband users. Identifies and automatically fixes typical problems that may occur with your high-speed internet service
svchost.exe DDriver
Added by a variant of the DELF.IT 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!
shell32.exe default
Added by the BINGHE TROJAN!
svchost.exe defragsys
Added 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
sprtcmd.exe /P DellSupportCenter DellSupportCenter
Dell Support Center (provided by SupportSoft, Inc) is a free self-help tool for Dell users. Identifies and automatically fixes typical problems that may occur with your high-speed internet service
smvss.exe devenv
Added by the DEDLER-G TROJAN!
smss.exe DHCP
Added by the WINSPY.AG TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate smss.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!
services.exe DHCP32
Added by the WINSPY.AG TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate services.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!
sdchost.exe Direct settings
Added by the DAEMONI-I TROJAN!
Sqlexploit.exe directx
Added by the SDBOT.D TROJAN!
Sservice.exe DirectX for Microsoft Windows
Added by the PRORAT TROJAN!
SECURITY.EXE Disk Keeper
Daosearch adware
Snt.exe Diskstart
Adult content dialler
svchoist.exe Dll Link
Added by the AUTOSKY WORM!
svchost.exe Dll Link
Added by the AUTOSKY WORM! 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 Documents and SettingsFavourites folder
server.exe dreams
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
SysDrefIWv2.exe DrefIW
Added by the DREF-C WORM!
SysDref.exe DrefIW
Added by the DREF-D WORM!
Scam32.exe Driver32
Added by the SIRCAM WORM!
svchost.exe DriverCheck
Added by the DELF-KR 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 a C:DriverLoad folder
svcmdx32.exe DriverDB
Added by the BERPI TROJAN!
svchost.exe DriverLoad
Added by the DELF-KR 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 a C:DriverLoad folder
system32.exe DriverPath
Added by the PRORAT-S TROJAN!
SmartAgt.exe dRMON SmartAgent
Part of the network monitoring program group for 3Com NIC cards. See here for more info
stmhosts.exe drmsrv32
Added by the AGENT.AGWU TROJAN!
spdstrm.exe DSL Monitor
Comes with Efficient Networks DSL Modems. Little red/green/yellow flashing icon in system tray
svosm.exe DsmSer
Added by the SERFLOG.B WORM!
sysup.exe DsmSer
Added by the SERFLOG.B WORM!
StartUpDualCoreCenter.exe DualCoreCenter
Unified control center for overclocking both the graphics card and the CPU, but for the program to have its full functionality you must have an MSI mainboard with a CoreCell chip
spoolc.exe dumprep
Detected by Kaspersky as a variant of the AGENT.CXF TROJAN!
support.exe DwlClient
Download manager for Dell support alerts
sys*.exe [* = random number] Dx
Added by the DEXTER.A WORM!
sys_alert.exe eanth_critical_update_alert
eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended, see here
sys_alert.exe eanth_system_patcher
eAcceleration Stop-Sign security software related. Previously not recommended, see here
sbsetup.exe Eapcisetup
Rockwell RipTide soundcard application software. Sound works without it
Server.exe easyServ
Added by the EASYSERV TROJAN!
smproxy.exe ELNKProxy
Surfmonkey adware
surfboard.exe ENCSurf
??
starter.exe EnsoniqMixer
Puts the Ensoniq mixer in system tray. From Ensoniq Technologies "Our mixer is a critical part of the soundcard as it fixes sound problems and replaces the MS mixer which can no longer be used". If you find you don't need it - try one of the solutions on this special page. Similar to Creative PCI Audio Configuration Utility
STMS.EXE EPSON Background Monitor
Supposed to keep an Epson printer ready for quick printing. Users report little difference whether it is on or not
SysRep.exe ErrClean
ErrClean misleading security software - not recommended, see here
svc.exe erthgdr
Added by the BEAGLE.BN or BEAGLE.BP WORM!
svc23.exe erthgdr2
Added by the BAGLE.CG WORM!
smrrs.exe Ethernet Drivers
Added by the RBOT-AAK WORM!
smschk.exe EventApplicationCmd
Added by the IRCBOT-AO TROJAN!
shellexpl.exe Explorer
Added by the SHELDOR TROJAN!
shellexp.exe Explorer
Added by a variant of the SHELDOR TROJAN!
sys.exe EXPLORER
Added by the SILLYFDC-A TROJAN!
svchost.exe F-Secure 2005
Added by the BIFROSE-CH 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
svcnvt.exe Fast Home
Detected by Kaspersky as the DELF.KS TROJAN! This file may be found in the System folder on 9x machines, however as of this writing it has only been seen in the System32 folder
svcnv.exe Fast Search
Homepage, Startpage hijacker. Possible variant of Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Delf
svcnt.exe Fast start
Adware - detected by Kaspersky as a variant of the FAVADD TROJAN!
svcnut.exe FastStart
Browser hijacker - a variant of the STARTPAGE.L TROJAN!
svcnut32.exe FastStart
Browser hijacker - a variant of the STARTPAGE.L TROJAN!
SPEED UP.EXE FastTrack Accelerator
FastTrack Accelerator - "speedup" utility for programs that use the FastTrack network such as KaZaA Media Desktop, Grokster and Morpheus
sp2.exe Fdr Command Module
Added by the SDBOT.WP WORM!
SVCH0ST.EXE fegoze
Added by the GRAYBIRD.D VIRUS! Note - the filename has the digit 0 rather then the uppercase "o"
shdochp.exe FHPage
Added by the DELF-Ks TROJAN!
shdocsvc.exe FHStart
Added by the DELF-Ks TROJAN!
SyncService.exe FieldForms Sync
Resco FieldForms. A solution for building of mobile forms that can be viewed or filled in on the run, on a wide range of mobile devices. Supports Microsoft Access databases, and provides for synchronization of other data as well
ssmss.exe FireFox Service Drivers
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
SP2 UPDATE.exe Firewall
Added by the ELITPER.E WORM!
sys32.exe Firewall Controls
Added by the SDBOT-DGI WORM!
sys32Conf.exe Firewall Sp2 system
Added by the Rbot-ABT WORM!
samx.exe FireWire Driver
Added by the SDBOT.AE WORM!
services.exe Flash Media
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN! See here. Note - this is not the legitimate services.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!
SDSTAT.EXE FlashPath Monitor
System Tray icon that you can't get rid of - and does not need to run!. Tells you the battery status in the floppy disk adapter for the smartmedia cards. Available via Start -> Programs
SDSTAT.EXE FlashPath Status
System Tray icon that you can't get rid of - and does not need to run!. Tells you the battery status in the floppy disk adapter for the smartmedia cards. Available via Start -> Programs
service.exe foxwudy9912
Added by the BANCOS-BT TROJAN!
stub_113_4_0_4_0.exe fqor
TargetSaver adware
svchost.exe France
Added by the MIMAIL.L WORM! 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
shdrkmck.exe frguk
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services.exe FriendlyTypeName
Added by the NEVEG.B or NEVEG.C WORMS! Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup!
SELFCERT.EXE FriendlyWebQuick-Launch
selfcert.exe is a stand alone program for creating your own digital certificates for macros - the .exe is installed as an extra basically by clicking on MS Office in add/remove programs and selecting remove - also I would do away with the FriendlyWebQuickLaunchBar as well
StCenter.exe FRITZ!DSL Startcenter
FRITZ! ISP software "StartCenter" User interface that allows you to manage, tweak and diagnose many aspects of your internet connection - is it required?
svcnva.exe FSH
Malware, detected by Ewido Security Suite as TrojanDownloader.Delf.ks
svhost32.exe fzg
Added by the DLOADER.BDK TROJAN!
shit.exe game
Added by the Netclap Gold backdoor TROJAN!
svshost.exe Games Acceleration
EasySearch adware
svshost1.exe Games Acceleration
Added by the DLOADR-AWD TROJAN!
svchost.exe gamma
Added by a variant of the DELF.IT 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!
setgamma.exe GammaHotKeys
Part of the RadeonTweaker program for adjusting ATI Radeon graphics cards. Allows you to adjust the gamma (or brightness) when playing a full-screen game without switching back to the desktop
Systpl.exe Gate Personal Firewall
Added by the RBOT.ADC WORM
SpaceMan.exe GBSpaceMan
GreenBorder - secure your browsing activities on the internet
SVCHOSTS.EXE Generic host proccess for windows
Added by the SPYBOT-GQ WORM!
SCHOST.EXE Generic Host Process
Added by the RBOT-NC WORM!
svchost.exe Generic Host Process
Added by the DLOADER-NX 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
svlhost.exe Generic Host Process for Win32 Service
Added by the WOOTBOT.EX WORM!
svchost.exe Generic Host Process for Win32 Service
Added by the SPYBOT.NC WORM! 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
SPSVC.EXE Generic Host Process for Win32 Services
Added by the SDBOT.DA WORM!
svchost32.exe Generic Host Process for Win32 Services
Added by the AGOBOT.ALH WORM!
svñhîst.exe Generic Host Process for Win32 Services
Added by the DLOADER.AK TROJAN!
scvhost2.exe Generic Host Process2 System Backup
Added by the RBOT-BAH WORM!