Startup Applications List
If you're frustrated with the time it takes your Windows PC to boot and then it seems to be running slowly you may have too many programs running at start-up - and have come to the right place to identify them. This is the original startup programs (as opposed to processes/tasks) list - one of the most comprehensive and most accurate!
"Name or Startup Item" in the table below refers to how an entry is displayed in MSConfig, Windows Defender or the registry "Run" keys. "Command or Data" refers to the program the entry runs. For further information on this and how to identify and disable startup programs please visit the Startup Content page.
For further information on random startup entries please visit the Startup Info page. For the next few months and foreseeable future I'll be verifying many of the Y, U, N & ? entries via virtual machines. If you can verify/identify those entries with a "?" status (especially hardware specific - such as laptops and motherboards) then please E-mail me (address at bottom of the page) or use the new Message Board.
Last update :- 29th October, 2009
19979 items listed
"Status" key:
Variables:
| Name or Startup Item | Status | Command or Data | Description | Tested? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Default) | X | llsass.exe | 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 | No |
| .mscdr | X | lassa.exe | Added by the WEBUS.C TROJAN! | No |
| .mscdr | X | lsvchost.exe | Added by the WEBUS.D TROJAN! | No |
| .mscdsr | X | lsvchost.exe | Added by the BDOOR-CR BACKDOOR! | No |
| .TEXTCONV | X | lsass.exe | Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! | No |
| .WMAudio | X | lsass.exe | Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! | No |
| 1 | X | lsass.scr | Added by the BANCOS.V TROJAN! | No |
| 3Com Launcher | ? | Launcher.exe | Related to networking products from 3Com Corporation. What does it do and is it required? | No |
| 678 | X | lsas32.exe | Added by the SLSORVE-B TROJAN! | No |
| aaLDISCN32 | U | LDISCN32.EXE | LANDesk® Management Suite software component | No |
| AASSKK2 | X | LSASS.EXE | Added by the SILLYFDC.BDB WORM! 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 %AppData% | No |
| abtu | X | lopsearch.exe | Loads the executable for Lop.com - beta version | No |
| AceGain LiveUpdate | N | LiveUpdate.exe | "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" | No |
| AdobeReaderPro | X | lxlfsprrj.exe | Added by the RBOT.BDZ BACKDOOR! | No |
| AdobeReaderPro | X | lssas.exe | Added by the RBOT-CLB WORM! | No |
| Adope File Manager | X | lsasv.exe | Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN! | No |
| APIClass | X | lexplore_.exe | Added by the MSNOPT-A TROJAN! | No |
| ATI Launchpad | U | launchpd.exe | 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 | No |
| Bluetooth Connection Assistant | U | LBTWiz.exe | Bluetooth connection manager for Logitech based bluetooth wireless products | No |
| Bouncer RunStartup | X | LiveUpdate.exe | 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 | No |
| BrowserWebCheck | N | loadwc.exe | Checks to make sure that IE is still your default browser | No |
| BuildLabs | X | lsass.exe | Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! | No |
| ccpApps | X | lsass.exe | Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! | No |
| CLSRSS | X | LSACS.EXE | Added by the SILLYFDC-X WORM! | No |
| COM+ System Applications | X | lsas.exe | Added by the AGOBOT.SE WORM! | No |
| Computing Technologie Firewall | X | lsauth.exe | Added by the SDBOT-WX WORM! | No |
| Configuration Loaded | X | lssas.exe | Added by a variant of the SDBOT WORM! | No |
| Configuration Loader | X | lfass.exe | Added by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM! | No |
| Configuration Loader | X | loadcfg32.exe | Added by the SDBOT BACKDOOR! Note the number "0" in the filename | No |
| Configuration Loader | X | ldasp.exe | Added by the AGOBOT.BH WORM! | No |
| Configuration Loader | X | lexplore.exe | 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 | No |
| CRSS | X | lssas.exe | Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN! | No |
| Customizer2000 | U | logon.exe | 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" | No |
| DarKNesS LsasS | X | LsasS23.exe | Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN! | No |
| DllLoader | X | lssas.exe | Added by the BDOOR-JE BACKDOOR! | No |
| Dm Hr | X | lpns.exe | Added by the IRCBOT.WORM.61673 WORM! | No |
| Dynamic Link Library loader | X | Loader32.exe | Added by the KOL TROJAN! | No |
| EasyLinkAdvisor | U | LinksysAgent.exe | Linksys EasyLink Advisor - "the free application that provides and easy way to setup, view, manage, and repair your network" | No |
| firewall 2008 | X | logoneui.exe | Added by the SILLYFDC WORM! | No |
| FontsLoader | X | ldfnt32.hta | Unidentified malware | No |
| FP Loader | Y | loadfp.exe | FoolProof Security - PC security software from SmartStuff | No |
| freestyle | X | lockx.exe | Added by the RBOT-ATH WORM! | No |
| freexstyle | X | lockbar.exe | Added by the LOXBOT.D WORM! | No |
| freexstyle | X | lockbr.exe | Added by the LOXBOT.C WORM! | No |
| FriendlyType | X | lsass.exe | Added by the WEBUS.B TROJAN! Note - this is not the legitimate lsass.exe process which should not normally figure in Msconfig/Startup! | No |
| Generic Host Process | X | lsassw.exe | Added by the AGOBOT-N WORM! | No |
| Generic Host Process for Win32 Services | X | lspsvc.exe | Added by the MUMU.C WORM! | No |
| Generic Host Service | X | lshost.exe | Added by the RBOT.LU WORM! | No |
| Help | X | lshost.exe | Identified as a variant of the Trojan-Clicker.Win32.Delf.aro malware | No |
| HomeCentre WakeUp | ? | LGWAKEUP.EXE | Associated with the no longer supported Xerox HomeCentre printer/scanner | No |
Download Alternative Formats
You can download off-line HTML ZIP, EXE and EXCEL ZIP versions of this list from here.
In addition the following files are available for people developing mirrors of the site and using the information presented here (right-click and select "Save Target As..." for IE and "Save Link As..." for Firefox):
Startup XML File - Startup INI File - Startup HTML File
Warning
DISCLAIMER: It is assumed that users are familiar with the operating system they are using and comfortable with making the suggested changes. I will not be held responsible if changes you make cause a system failure.
NOTE: This is NOT a database of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a database of startup applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method. Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try the Process Library from Uniblue, the list at PC Pitstop or one of the many others now available. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSConfig or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't do anything.
To avoid the database becoming too large, all virus entries are only shown using the registry version which is common to all Windows versions. Otherwise there would be multiple entries for popular filenames that viruses often use - such as "svchost" above for example. Multiple viruses can also use the same startup entries, in this case only those with significant differences (such as file location) are repeated in this database.
NOTE : There are a number of virus and malware entried listed in this database where specific removal instructions haven't been given. If this is the case then you could try SDFix, a program written by AndyManchesta that can remove many different types of Trojans and Worms. See here for a tutorial on how to use the program and here for the latest ReadMe file detailing the fixes included.
IMPORTANT: A number of entries are repeated due to the way that different operating systems display startup items. For example, WinMe lists "POPROXY.EXE" as "Norton eMail Protect" in both MSCONFIG and the registry whereas WinXP lists it as "Poproxy" in MSCONFIG and "Norton eMail Protect" in the registry.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
If you're looking for a startup manager then why not try WinPatrol (by BillP Studios) or Advanced SystemCare Free (by IObit) - both include the option to search this database for a particular entry. Alternatively try Spybot - Search & Destroy (by Safer Networking Ltd) as the startup programs section (select the Advanced mode) includes descriptions from this database. You might also want to try their RunAlyzer and FileAlyzer tools.
There are an ever increasing number of rogue applications appearing these days and many of the removal guides referenced in this database use MalwareBytes Anti-Malware (which now incorporates the now discontinued RogueRemover).
As there are more than 10,000 entries in this database related to viruses, trojans, worms and other malware I recommend you use a quality internet security package. Which ever you choose, keep it updated.
Free licenses available for Oops! Backup (by Altaro) BETA Testing - Apply online here
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Presentation, format & comments Copyright © 2001 - 2009 Paul Collins
Portions Copyright © Peter Forrest, Denny Denham, Sylvain Prevost, Tony Klein, CastleCops & Bleeping Computer
Database creation and support by Patrick Kolla
Software support by John Mayer
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