Processes beginning with s

The table below includes any process titles 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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Processes beginning with s:

File Type Process Name and Information
S
Added by the AGOBOT-LN WORM!
S0undMan
Added by the LOVGATE.AB WORM! Note - the filename has the digit 0 rather then the uppercase "o"
S24EvMon
Event Monitor - supports driver extensions to NIC Driver for wireless adapters. Is it required?
S3 Internal Chip
Added by the AGOBOT-DD WORM!
S3apphk
A tool installed alongside the drivers for your S3 video output device. It is not necessary but should be allowed to run unless it is causing problems
S3Hotkey
Hotkey system tray icon to enable switching between monitors. Found on laptops with an S3 Twister integrated graphics card
S3Mon
S3DuoVue multi-monitor taskbar helper by S3 Graphics. What does it do and is it required?
S3TRAY
S3 display configuration taskbar utility for S3 chipset based graphics cards. Can be run from Start-> Settings -> Control Panel -> Display
s3tray2
Same as the s3tray entry in this table?
S3TRAYHP
S3 Video driver related. What does it do and is it required?
S3Trayp
S3 display configuration taskbar utility for S3 chipset based graphics cards. Can be run from Start-> Settings -> Control Panel -> Display
S4F
FilterPak from S4F, Inc - internet filtering software
s4helper
Searchcentrix hijacker
SA
Logitech QuickCam driver. Is it required?
SA Service
Associated with Cyber Trio and Warner troubleshooting software from G-Tek Technologies and pre-installed on some Packard Bell and NEC PCs. What function does this perform and is it required?
Sa3dsrv
3D sound extension for Windows
saap
NCase adware
Sabreserver
Airline reservation software from Sabre. Available via Start -> Programs
sac
NCase adware
SACC
SurfAccuracy adware
SAClient
AT&T or ComCast BBClient - monitors system and network-delivered services for availability. Your current network status is displayed on a color-coded web page in near-real time. When problems are detected, you're immediately notified by e-mail, pager, or text messaging
sacmemds
Added by the MAILBOT-BZ TROJAN!
Safe
Added by the FOCOSENHA TROJAN!
Safe
Added by the BANKER-DT TROJAN!
SafeGuard Popup Blocker Updater
SafeguardProtect/Veevo hijacker
SafeGuard Popup Blocker Updater (required)
SafeguardProtect/Veevo hijacker
SafeGuard Popup Updater (required)
SafeguardProtect/Veevo hijacker
SafeGuard Popup Updater (required)
SafeguardProtect/Veevo hijacker
SafeHouseSystemTray
SafeHouse "Personal Privacy" system tray icon - PP protects and hides your private and personal photos, videos, files and folders by making them "invisible" and encrypted
SafeInstall.exe
Monitors a download and ensures an newer version of a file isn't replaced by an older one
SafeOFF
Provides protection that if user accidentally presses the power switch a dialog will pop up for confirmation
SafeSearch
SafeSearch.A adware
SafeSurfingUpdate
MoneyTree parasite - ActiveX control used to download premium-rate dialers
SafetyNet
Safety.Net from Netveda - "offers Internet security, content security and advanced Internet firewall protection for all your LAN computers, and trust controls to block unwanted or harmful applications from accessing the network"
SafetyNet_Notifier
Safety.Net from Netveda - "offers Internet security, content security and advanced Internet firewall protection for all your LAN computers, and trust controls to block unwanted or harmful applications from accessing the network"
Safeworld
SafeWorld Internet Security - now no longer available
Sagate Security Firewall
Added by the GAOBOT.BOW WORM!
SAgent2ExePath
Seiko Epson printer status agent. Disable if printer is not used often
SAGENTSERVICE
TinySpyAgent commercial keystroke logger. Uninstall this software if you did not install it yourself
sagnt
Adware web downloader
SAHagent
ShopAtHomeSelect parasite
SAHBundle
ShopAtHomeSelect parasite
SAHBundle
ShopAtHomeSelect parasite
saie
NCase adware
SaiMfd
Configuration software for Saitek game controllers
SaiMfd
Saitek MFD File System Driver - associated with the Saitek SST (Saitek Smart Technolgy) configuration software for their game controllers. Create a shortcut and run manually when required
SAIMON
Saitek joystick driver
sain
NCase adware
sais
NCase adware
SaiSmart
Smart Button Special Sauce - included with the latest software for Saitek game controllers. Related to the "S", "Shift" or "Smart" button and gives gamers extra features on the buttons. Only required if you use this feature
SaitekAutoConfigure
Configuration for Saitek game controllers
Sakemsneql
Added by the SDBOT.BTO WORM!
Salestart
WinAntiSpyware misleading spyware remover - not recommended, see here
Salestart
Misleading security software such as AntiSpywareSuite, AntivirusPCSuite, SpyGuardPro, WinAntiVirus Pro 2006, WinSecureAv and WinSpyControl - not recommended, see here
Salestart
SystemDoctor misleading security software - not recommended, see here
Salestart
PrivacyProtector misleading security software - not recommended, see here
Salestart
OnlineHelpmate and ConfidentUser misleading security software - not recommended
Salestart
WinAnonymous spyware remover - not recommended, see here
Salestart
Misleading security software such as WinPCDoctor, StorageProtector, ErrClean and SystemErrorFixer - not recommended
salm
180Search adware
salm
NCase adware
saly
Added by a variant of the AW.AWK TROJAN!
Sam-sung
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
SaMail
Added by the VBS.LIDO WORM!
SAMcal
SamCal - calendar/reminder program
Sametime Connect
IBM Lotus Sametime - instant messaging and Web conferencing software
Samsong
Added by the SDBOT.BNE WORM!
Samsung
Added by an IRC TROJAN variant!
SandboxieControl
SandBoxie - allows data to be read from the hard drive by an application but never written back unless you allow it
SandIcon
SanDisk ImageMate CompactFlash card reader SDDR-31 (USB). Very little use except to place the Sandisk icon beside its drive designation in Windows Explorer. The reader itself will work fine without it. The simplest thing is to just unplug the reader when you're not using it. It may slow the startup by a few nanoseconds, but once the software sees there's no reader, you get back the resources
SANS Service
Added by the VANEBOT-AH WORM!
SansaDispatch
Sansa Updater - "The Sansa Updater is an application that checks for the latest firmware updates then downloads and installs the firmware to your Sansa device"
Santa Bastards Bitch
Added by the ATNAS.A WORM!
sapp
NCase adware
SaskTel Accelerated Dial-up
Experience faster surfing, downloading and e-mail by adding SaskTel Accelerated Dial-up Internet
sasserfix
Added by the DABBER.B WORM!
saSyncMgr
Browser hijacker - redirecting to Searchant.com
SATARaid
RAID driver for serial ATA disks on some motherboards such as the DFI Lanparty range. Only loaded if one is using RAID support on SATA drives
satmat
VX2.Transponder parasite updater/installer related
sau
180Solutions adware related
SAUpdate
Big Brother from Quest Software. System and network monitor
SAutoLaunchExe
Sharp Zaurus PDA related, needed to synchronize information with a Desktop or Notebook
SAVAgent
Part of Sophos anti-virus software. Required for centrally administered Sophos updates to work correctly, e.g. automatically updating PCs used by dial-in home or out-of-office users
Save
WhenU.Save adware
SaveDate
Unidentified adware
Savenow
WhenU.Save adware
Savenow
Added by the SPREDA.B VIRUS!
SAW
SmartAdware adware
Say The Time 5.0
This program has audio cues for the system clock in male and female voices, customizes the appearance of the system clock, and can synchronize it to a time server regularly
SB
Acer Soft Button on Acer Tablet PCs
SB Audigy 2 Startup Menu
Related to the Dell OEM version of the Sound Blaster Audigy 2 sound card. If this item is listed and checked in startup, the System32 Folder will appear on every startup. A patch is available - filename R75304.EXE - that fixes the issue. You can find that file at support.dell.com by typing that name in the 'Search' box available there. It addresses the root of the problem in Creative's software and corrects it. Unfortunately there is no direct link to the file, but it's easily available using the search function
SB Watchdog
Spyware utility installed by the manufacturers of some laptops (Sony) used to monitor browsing habits and send them back to whoever installed it - released by SoftBank
SB13mini
Added by the SPYBOT-EJ WORM!
SBAutoUpdate
SpywareBlaster auto-updater
SBC RoamingClient
Part of AT&T FreedomLink Wi-Fi connection software
SBC Self Support Tool
matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address, city, county, etc and gets written to a log file. The SBC Self Support Tool is required to run with the Help and Support program. If you uncheck SBC and and then run Help and Support it will add another SBC entry in the startup menu. If you remove this software in "add/remove programs" some help menus in help and support will not be available. You decide
SBC Yahoo! Connection Manager
Used to create and connect your SBC Yahoo DSL connection. This program has been reported to cause problems for some users. If you find that it causes you pc to become slow or unstable you should uninstall it (using Add/Remove programs) and manually connect your DSL connection
SBCSTray
System Tray access to CounterSpy anti-spyware from Sunbelt Software
SBDrvDet
Detects the "Easy Front-Panel Audio Connectivity Drive Internal Drive Bay" on the Sound Blaster Audigy 2 Platinium eX. Can be disabled if you don't have one
sbdrvdet
Checks to see if Creative sound card driver should be updated
SBHC
SuperBar parasite - uninstall available here
SBI
Downloader for a variety of rogue anti-spyware programs
SBMPOP
SearchByMedia adware
SBMX
SoundMAX MPU401 MIDI device emulator for x86 VM DOS games/apps (for Win9x only)
sbss Launcher
SideBySide adware
SbUsb AudCtrl
Control for Soundblaster MP3 external (USB) sound card
sc
ScrubXP - utility that deletes safe to remove files, cookies, browsing history, etc
sc
Watchdog 2.0 Software - monitoring program
sc
All-In-One_SPY stealth monitoring software - allows monitoring and recording of all actions performed on a computer. It records all keystrokes, remembers addresses of Internet pages visited, and maintains a log file listing all applicationsrun on the computer. It can create screenshots and record sounds from the computer's microphone to a sound file
SC2
Added by the AGENT.APP TROJAN!
sc23exec
Possibly related to a digital camera
SC3300CC
SiPix digital camera Twain device driver
scain
Delfin Media Viewer adware related
ScamDisk
Added by the LEWOR.D WORM!
scan
ClientMan parasite variant
Scan Detector
Associated with PrimaScan scanners. Is it required?
Scan Register
Added by the RBOT-AT WORM!
Scan Wizard
Associated with ScanWizard as supplied with Microtek scanners - see also Scanner Detector or SDetect. What does it do and is it required?
ScanDisc
Added by the GREGSTAR TROJAN!
ScanDisk
Added by the GANDA.A WORM! Note - this is not the valid "ScanDisk" Win9x/Me standard disk error checker
scands32.exe
Added by a variant of the ADCLICKER TROJAN!
Scandsk2
Added by the AGOBOT-PK WORM!
scandskx.exe
Added by the DLOADR-ARM TROJAN!
ScanFile
??
ScanInicio
Part of Panda Antivirus. Responsible for scanning the boot sector of your disk and your memory at startup to check for viruses that try and load and act before your anti-virus is fully operational. It only adds a fraction of a second to start-up time and is worth leaving active
Scanner Detector
ScanSuite Scanner Detector - part of ScanWizard, supplied with Microtek scanners. Waits until you press the "GO" button and seems to serve no other purpose. Automatically installed without prompting. Not required if you can start your scanning application before pressing the "GO" button
Scanner File Utility
Kycocera Mita network copier/printer/scanner process to dump scanned documents onto a workstation
ScanPanel
Trust Easy Webscan scanner related - what does it do and is it required?
Scanreg
Added by the QQPASS.E TROJAN!
ScanRegistry
Added by the NERTE TROJAN! Not to be confused with the real ScanRegistry - which is a vital Windows file. This version has the executable as nsrvnt.exe not scanregw.exe
ScanRegistry
Added by the MASTERLOCK TROJAN!. Not to be confused with the real ScanRegistry - which is a vital Windows file. This version has the executable as scanregv.exe not scanregw.exe
ScanRegistry
Scans the system registry and makes back-ups at start-up. Important should the registry become corrupt. The executable "Scanregw.exe" is located in %windir% (where %windir% is the Windows directory - C:Windows or C:Winnt)
ScanRegistry
Added by the STATOR WORM! Not to be confused with the legitimate ScanRegistry entry - which is a vital Windows file. The executable "Scanregw.exe" is located in %windir%System (where %windir% is the Windows directory - C:Windows or C:Winnt). Runs from the registry RunServices key as opposed to the Run key
ScanRegistry
Added by the DINOXI or DINOXI.B WORMS!
ScanRegistry
Added by the NYXEM-D WORM! Note - do not confuse this with the legitimate Windows process scanregw.exe which is always found in the Windows folder on Win9x/ME machines. This worm file is found in the System (9x/ME) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder
ScanRegistry
Added by the DWNLDR-FZY TROJAN!
ScanSpyware v *
Spyware remover (where * = the version number) - not recommended, see here
scApp
Added by the STANDO-E WORM!
scApp
Added by the ACNATT.A WORM!
SCardSvr
Related to SmartCard readers and sometimes uses lots of system resources
SCardSvr
Added by the MOFEI.B WORM!
SCDEmuApp.exe
Related to PowerISO - CD/DVD image file processing tool
scheck45
Related to unknown malware - hidden installer associated with it
schedl
Added by the VB-DVW WORM!
schedm
Part of Antivir PersonalEdition Classic anti-virus
ScheduIe
Premium rate adult content dialler
ScheduIr
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
ScheduIr
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
ScheduIr
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
ScheduIr
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
Schedule
Scheduler for Mercury Ez View TV Tuner Card
Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduler for Iolo System Mechanic tweaking utility. It can cleans your registry and deletes temporary files at defined intervals. Available via Start -> Programs
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
Scheduler
Added by the HOSTBANK-A TROJAN! Note - this particular msmsgs.exe file is located in the WindowsSystem32Config or WinntSystem32Config folder, and should not be mistaken for the MSN Messenger file of the same name!
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.A TROJAN!
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.B TROJAN!
Scheduler
Tenebril GhostSurf or SpyCatcher related scheduler - you can schedule daily, weekly, monthly or one-time only cleanings
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.B TROJAN!
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.B TROJAN!
Scheduler
Added by the TACTSLAY.B TROJAN!
Scheduler Service
Added by the LIOTEN.KX WORM!
SchedulerMgr
Premium rate adult content dialer
scheduler_monitor
Scheduler for ReaConverter advanced image converter
Scheduling Agent
Added by the SUBWOOFER TROJAN! Note - this is not the real MS Scheduling agent as the executable is incorrect
SchedulingAgant
Added by the YAB.A TROJAN! Not the valid MusicMatch Jukebox which has the same filename
SchedulingAgent
MS Scheduling Agent displayed as a box with a stopwatch in the System Tray that is only needed if you have regular scheduled disk defragmenting, ScanDisk, etc. Required if you have regularily scheduled events such as weekly virus scans
SchedulingAgent
MS Scheduling Agent displayed as a box with a stopwatch in the System Tray that is only needed if you have regular scheduled disk defragmenting, ScanDisk, etc. Required if you have regularily scheduled events such as weekly virus scans
SchedulingAgent
Added by the DINOXI or DINOXI.B WORMS!
Schmaili
Schmaili - insert animated smilies into your e-mail
schost
Added by the TJSERV.D TROJAN!
SchSvr
WinScheduler is installed with Home Theater or WinDVD Remote Control for WinDVD from Intervideo. If you want to schedule recordings from your TV tuner card, you will need it. Available via Start -> Programs
SCHWIZEX
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
sck121
Added by a variant of the MAILBOT TROJAN!
sclick
Added by the FAKEALERT TROJAN!
ScManager
Added by the FORBOT-CW WORM!
scopedll
Added by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!
Scotia OnLine Recovery
Scotia OnLine Security Software provided by Entrust for Scotiabank. Provides trusted secure access to Scotia OnLine Secure Web sites. *.* represents the version number. Now obsolete after Scotiabank modernised their login process
Scotia OnLine Security v*.* Recovery
Scotia OnLine Security Software provided by Entrust for Scotiabank. Provides trusted secure access to Scotia OnLine Secure Web sites. *.* represents the version number. Now obsolete after Scotiabank modernised their login process
Scr
Added by the OPASERV.T WORM!
ScrapPad
ScrapPad allows you to quickly and easily record notes, thoughts, messages, and just about anything you want. Use it like you use scrap paper
scrbmk
Added by the DLOADER-VP TROJAN!
Screen Calendar
Screen Calendar allows you to create custom desktop wallpapers with built in active calendar and scheduler
Screen Guard
Part of Access Denied security and privacy software
Screen Guard Message Scan
Part of Access Denied security and privacy software
Screen Saver
Added by the RBOT-AGP WORM!
Screen Saver Control
Installs as part of the Hubble Space Telescope screen saver (and possibly others). Lets you control your installed screensavers from a System Tray icon
ScreenHunter 4.0 Free
ScreenHunter 4.0 Free is a completely free screen capture software for you to easily take screenshots
ScreenPrint32
ScreenPrint32 screen capture software - can be launched manually
ScreenSaverPlus
MatrixDialer related. Note that rundll32.exe is a legitimate Microsoft file used to launch DLL file types and shouldn't be deleted. The "MSA64CHK.dll" file is located in the Winnt or Windows folder
screxe
??
script
Maybe associated with DOS on a Win9x machine
ScriptBlocking
Update to Norton AntiVirus 2001. Detects certain types of script-based viruses without the need for specific virus definitions - such as JavaScript and VBScript. This will help protect you from these viruses even before virus definitions are available. Note - some users complain of problems once the update is installed - refer here for more information
ScriptSentry
Script Sentry from Jason's Toolbox. Blocks malicious scripts and allows safe scripts to run. Only required if you want it to check the file associations it guards at startup. It will function regardlessly
Scroll-In-Mouse V2.0
Toolkit for the Lynx-3D Net scroll mouse from QTronix. Required if you use the special features
scroller
CoolWebSearch parasite variant
scrss
Added by the HACDEF-R TROJAN!
scrsvc
Added by the AGENT-DS TROJAN!
ScrSvr
Added by the OPASERV WORM!
ScrSvrOld
Added by the OPASERV WORM!
Scsi
SCSI Miniport driver
sctrlmgr
Added by a variant of the DWNLDR-GAH TROJAN!
scvhost
Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!
scvhost
Wiretap surveillance software. Uninstall this software unless you put it there yourself
scvhost loader
Added by the SDBOT-CY TROJAN!
scvhost.exe
Added by the LOHAV-N TROJAN!
sd32info
Added by the CRYPTER.A TROJAN!
SDaemon
PC Security from Tropical Software. 'PC Security(tm) 5.1 is the ultimate in computer security, offering multiple locking systems for the Windows environment and internet. Lock files, monitor programs' activities, even detect intruders! PC Security(tm) offers flexible and complete password protection, "Drag and Drop" support, plus many other handy features'
SDAutoLiveupdate
Spyware Detector - spyware remover. Initially not recommended due to false positives but the later versions have since improved - see here
SDAv
Added by the SERFLOG.C WORM!
SDAv
Added by the SERFLOG.C WORM!
sdchosts32
Added by the RANKY.AG TROJAN!
SDClientMonitor
Related to LANDesk Management Suite from LANDesk Software Ltd. What does it do and is it required?
SDetect
ScanSuite Scanner Detector - part of ScanWizard, supplied with Microtek scanners. Waits until you press the "GO" button and seems to serve no other purpose. Automatically installed without prompting. Not required if you can start your scanning application before pressing the "GO" button
sdfsdfsdf
Added by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!
SDIN Adapter
Added by the FORBOT-AP WORM!
SDJobCheck
Part of CA Unicenter Software Delivery - manage software across various systems, from desktops and servers to PDAs and mobile phones, in a controlled and standardized way - is it required at startup?
SDK Codre Function22
Added by the SDBOT-YJ WORM!
SDK Core Component
Added by the SDBOT-WC WORM!
SDK Core Function
Added by the RBOT.BHL WORM!
SDK Core Function2
Added by the SPYBOT.OGX WORM!
Sdk**.exe [* = random char]
Sdk**.exe [* = random char]
Sdk**.exe [* = random char]
CoolWebSearch/HomeSearch adware - for examples, see this log
Sdk**32.exe [* = random char]
CoolWebSearch/HomeSearch adware - for examples, see this log
SDKcore Update Components2
Added by the RBOT-ABA WORM!
sdkupdate22
Added by the FORBOT-DT WORM!
SDPhotoBar.exe
SmartDraw Photo (now FotoFinsh) - "organize, enhance, print, and share your photos. It's also a powerful graphic editor for creating images and web graphics"
SDR6_Check
DriveCleaner is a security assesment tool 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
sdrss
Added by the SDBOT-SQ WORM!
sds20
InlookExpress logs keystrokes and captures screenshots. If you didn't install this yourself remove it. Note - this should not be confused with the svchost.exe system process which is always located in the System (9x/Me) or System32 (NT/2K/XP) folder! This file is located in a "sds20" folder
SDTray
RSA Keon Web PassPort - software that allows organizations to use digital certificates in a Web-based environment to help ensure that their transactions are authentic, confidential and digitally signed
SDTray
Spyware Doctor spyware remover - system tray access
sdxsys32
Added by the BROGGER-A TROJAN!
sealmon
SealedMedia enables you to combine document protection and control with your existing applications - such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Email
Search Bar
Added by the OPANKI-F WORM!
Search Defender
Installed by SpeedItUp without permission, along with PC-Checker. Detected by DrWeb as the STARTPAGE.ORIGIN TROJAN
Search Hook
??
Search Page
Naupoint browser hijacker
Search-Exe
Search-Exe hijacker
Search.vbs
Hijacker
searchbar
SearchBarCash adware variant
SearchEnhancement
SCBar foistware
searchnav
SearchNav adware - IEFeatures/Popnav variant
SearchNavVersion
SearchNav adware - IEFeatures/Popnav variant
SearchNet_Up
SearchNet adware
SearchSetter
Browser hijacker - redirecting to FindWhateverNow.com
SearchSpy
SearchSpy misleading spyware remover - not recommended, see here
SearchSquire[number]
SearchSquire adware
SearchUpgrader
Hijacker
Secboot
Added by the HAXDOOR.D TROJAN!
secboot
Added by a variant of the HAXDOOR.BC TROJAN!
secboot
Added by the HAXDOOR-AE TROJAN!
Second Copy 2000
Related to Second Copy(r) - a files/folders backup utility
SecondChance
Power Quest Second Chance. Sets checkpoints for saving a backup copy of the registry to a disk so you can restore it if you have a crash
Secret
Added by the DELF-LW TROJAN!
Secret-Crush
Hijacker that may reset your browser's home page and/or search settings to point to undesired sites
SECRETMAKER
Secretmaker is a combonation of eight privacy-defending programs, including Spam Fighter Pro, Worm Hunter, Pop-Up Killer, Banner Blocker, Cookie Eraser, Privacy Protector, History Cleaner, and Garbage Cleaner
SecretSmileys
Secret Smileys is an add-on for AIM that provides users access to 1000's of new Smileys that can be viewed by anyone using a current version of AIM. Secret Smileys also adds other features such as logging of IM conversations, and it gets rid of that annoying advertisement on your buddy list window
secserv.exe
Reported by Panda as an EasySearch Adware variant. Note - EasySearch modifies the Internet Explorer settings and may download programs onto the infected computer
secsvc32
Added by the GLOBAL PATROL TROJAN!
Secsys
UltraSoft Key Interceptor surveillance software - uninstall this unless you put it there yourself!
SecurDisc
Part of the Nero multimedia suite backup function - "Recover your data quickly and easily and create discs that are password protected. SecurDisc technology gives you peace of mind"
secure
DealHelper adware
secure
Added by the RBOT-AFO WORM!
secure socket layer
Added by an IRCBOT TROJAN!
Secure Socket Layer Certification
Added by the VANEBOT-AN WORM!
Secure System
Added by the AGOBOT.ACI WORM!
Secure32
Detected by Symantec as the SILLYFDC WORM! See here
Secure64
Detected by Symantec as the SILLYFDC WORM! See here
SecureClean4RegManager
WhiteCanyon SecureClean 4 disk cleaner - clean hard drive data, MRUs, temp files and more. Can be started manually
SecureClean4Tray
WhiteCanyon SecureClean 4 disk cleaner - clean hard drive data, MRUs, temp files and more. Can be started manually
SecureCleaner
SecureCleaner spyware remover - not recommended, see here
SecureCleanIEClean
SecureClean - scans your system for hidden temporary files, deleted email messages, Internet histories and caches
SecureItPro
SecureIt Pro - lock your computer when you're not there, to stop malicious users from accessing your desktop
SecureLogin
Added by the REDZED WORM!
SecureOnlineAccountNumbers
Related to Secure Online Account Numbers by Discover(R) Card from Orbiscom Ltd. Secure and innovative payment solutions
SecurePCCleaner
SecurePCCleaner misleading security program - not recommend, see here
SecurePCSolutionsBootCheck
1 Click Fixer PLUS from Secure PC Solutions "takes the guesswork out of locating and solving problems in the Windows registry"
Security
Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
Security Accounts Manager SM
Added by the SPYBOT.JE WORM!
Security Agent
Added by the BANCBAN-F TROJAN!
Security Agent Manager
Added by the RBOT-SV WORM!
Security Antivirus Xp 1
Added by the SDBOT.BAV WORM!
Security Center
Added by the SDBOT.CFT WORM!
Security iGuard
Spyware remover - not recommended, see here
Security Manager
A ComCast Internet software suite that provides a variety of features (firewall, popup blocker, parental controls etcetera) to help ensure your computer is secure, and your information is kept private
Security Patch
Added by the RBOT-ZW WORM!
Security Patch
Added by the SDBOT-BM WORM!
Security Patches
Added by the RBOT.WW WORM!
Security Patches
Added by the SDBOT-KB WORM!
security service
Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
Security Service
Added by the RBOT-GGF WORM!
Security Service Process
Added by the AGOBOT-LC WORM!
Security Update Service
Added by the AGOBOT.ZW WORM!
securw
Added by the NOPIR.A WORM!
SECWIZ98
Security Wizard 98 by Chris Farmer. Offers you a variety of ways to restrict access to many of the programs and settings on your PC. Available here
seekmo
Seekmo Search, a 180Solutions adware variant - also see here
SeekmoSA
180Solutions.Zango adware
SeekmoToolbar
180solutions/Seekmo adware
seeve
Medload adware
Select server
Added by the DLOADER-WD TROJAN!
SelfHostUtil
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seli
Added by the LOWZONE-AS TROJAN!
SemanticInsight
Added by RXToolbar ADAWARE! Software that displays pop-up/pop-under advertisements when the primary user interface is not visible
SeMS
PCsms - tool that enables you to send sms text messages from your PC to any UK mobile phone
Sen
Detected by Kaspersky as PurityScan.ah
Sensiva
Symbol Commander makes the use of your PC, laptop, Tablet PC, and Pocket PC much easier and much faster. It recognizes your handwriting with unparalled performance and executes commands in a snap. Just by using your mouse, pen, or touchpad, simply draw symbols to execute actions instantly
SENTRY
From IP Insight. Allows website owners "to instantly determine the precise geographic location, connection speed and detailed demographics of every visitor to your website". Will be detected by most firewalls and the majority of home users should disable it
Sepate Security Firewall
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
septpop06apsept
MediaMotor.Popupwithcast adware
Serials
Any one of a variety of worms and trojans
Serices Hostin
Added by a variant of the IRCBOT TROJAN!
SernellApp.pcx
Added by the BANCBAN-BJ TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate csrss.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 "D5133" subfolder
serpe
Added by the SERFLOG.A WORM!
serpe
Added by the SERFLOG.A WORM!
serpe
Added by the SERFLOG.A WORM!
serrdctl.exe
Shared Modem Service Client Event Viewer - used when a number of PCs have access to a number of modems. Required to be running on each PC for access to the modems
serrv
Added by the WAREZOV.DC WORM!
SERV PacK2
Added by the SDBOT-ACP WORM!
Serv-U
FTP server
Serv-U
Added by the MANIFEST TROJAN!
server
Added by the DELTAD.A WORM!
server
Added by the METHS-A TROJAN!
server
Added by the SINGU-Q TROJAN!
Server Application for MFP Server
Multi Function Printer (MFP) Server Agent for Belkin's Wirless G All-in-One Print Server and ZyXEL's NPS-520
Server Backbone
Added by the RBOT-ZM WORM!
Server Daemon Host Manager
Added by the RBOT-GWC WORM!
Server Runtime Error
Added by the SDBOT-DFA WORM!
Server Runtime Process
Added by the SDBOT-DDB WORM!
SERVER.EXE
Added by the BUSHTRO122 or SMOKODOOR TROJANS!
serverex
Added by the DELTAD.A WORM!
Serverx
Added by the MADANGEL VIRUS!
Service
Added by the ALADINZ.H TROJAN!
Service
Added by the KAITEX.E TROJAN!
Service
Added by the NETSKY or NETSKY.B WORMS! 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 the Windows or Winnt folder
Service
Added by the CHA TROJAN!
Service
Added by the ASSIRAL-C WORM!
service
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
Service Cleaner
Added by the RBOT.BRH WORM!
Service Connection
For Compaq PC's. Part of Backweb
Service Connection
For Compaq PC's. Part of Backweb
Service Controller
Added by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!
Service Controller
Added by the PREVERT TROJAN!
Service Drivers
Added by the RBOT.BMD WORM!
Service Drivers
Added by the SDBOT-WK WORM!
Service Drivers
Added by the RBOT-ZJ WORM!
Service Drivers
Added by the SDBOT-YX WORM!
Service Drivers
Added by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
Service Host
Added by the TORVEL.B WORM!
Service Host
Added by the TORVEL WORM!
Service Host
Added by the DAOSER-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 a Services{C922CCC4-CF61-4589-A0D1-828160704853} subfolder
Service Host
Added by the DAOSER-C 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 Services[random] subfolder
Service Host
Added by the TORVEL 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 found in the Winnt or Windows folder
Service Host Driver
Added by the HITON 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 found in the Winnt or Windows folder
Service Host Process
Added by the GAOBOT.GEN!POLY WORM!
Service Manager
SQL Server Service Manager - provides tray access to SQL server, the server agent and MSDTC. Available via Start -> Programs
Service Manager
Added by the PASSMAIL-D VIRUS!
Service Manager
Added by the PROXY-GRIC TROJAN!
service manager
Added by the DONBOMB.A TROJAN!
Service Monitor
Added by the RBOT-ALE WORM!
Service Monitor
Added by the DELF-NK TROJAN!
Service Monitor
Added by the SDBOT-AFO WORM!
Service Monitor
Added by the SPYBOT.YQW WORM!
Service Monitor
Added by the RBOT-AQJ WORM!