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StartupList Index

Currently 17175 startuplist entries and growing...
Last updated on 2008-08-21 15:41:23 Eastern.
!! THESE ARE STARTUP PROGRAMS AND NOT TASK MANAGER PROCESS ITEMS !!


For more information on startup programs, including how to identify them and the information required for submitting additions to this list please refer to Content & Info. Reprinted with permission from Paul Collins who owns the copyright to the list. CastleCops also adds additional items that may not be in the original list but attempts are made to ensure the original is also updated. The full HTML list is here.

CastleCops is now hosting the official Pacs-portal forums. CastleCops has also cross-referenced startup entries with our File Hash database where appropriate. Comments or questions can be fielded here.

KEY:
  • "Y" - Normally leave to run at start-up
  • "N" - Not required - typically infrequently used tasks that can be started manually if necessary
  • "U" - User's choice - depends whether a user deems it necessary
  • "X" - Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs"
  • "?" - Unknown

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    ABC List: A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z



    Random sampling...
    NameStatusFilenameDescription
    Lexmark **** seriesUlxbtbmgr.exeLexmark System Tray application (where "****" is the model) that enables scan or fax functions to run directly from the printer via the buttons. Can be launched from a desktop shortcut
    lsass2k UpdateXlsass2k.exeAdded by a variant of the WIN32.RBOT WORM!
    LMonitorNLMonitor.exeLmonitor utility comes with MSI\'s LiveUpdate Version 3 - periodically checks for updated drivers and utilities
    LMSXXDYLMSXXD.exeRelated to Xerox_XD_Printer driver for Xerox Printer WorkCentre XD100 Monitors Language Status. Note: located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    LXBSCATSULXBStime.dll,_RunDLLEntry@16Related to LXB Device, See here LXB provides, secure backup
    Logitech SetPointUKEM.exeKeyboard and mouse drivers and utilities for Logitech's latest products - supersedes iTouch and MouseWare on their older products. Required if you use special features such as multimedia keys
    LeechGetNLeechGet.exeLeechGet download manager
    Lingvo LauncherULvagent.exeRelated to ABBYY_Lingvo Electronic Dictionaries. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\ABBYY Lingvo 10 Multilingual Dictionary\
    LGODDFUUfwupdate.exeRelated to CD-ROM/DVD from LG Electronics. Auto Firmware update program for LG CD-ROM/DVD writer. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\lg_fwupdate\
    LTM2Xmsns6Added by the LITMUS.C TROJAN!
    lsasssXlsasss.exeAdded by the Troj/Geekmy-A TROJAN! Note: lsasss.exe (notice the extra s) is not the legitimate Windows Process. (lsass.exe) The legitimate Windows Process should not be seen in Msconfig or as a Startup item.
    lxdjamonUlxdjamon.exeRelated to Lexmark printers/scanner Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Lexmark 1400 Series\
    loadXKerne14.exeAdded by the Troj/Lineage-BA TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    Live MessangerXlivemsgr.exeAdded by a variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    LoadingAgentXZipLoader32.exeAdded by the OBLIVION TROJAN!
    lolololX_hideme_imhiddenlololol.exeAdded by the Troj/Hideme-A Trojan Note: Makes use of rootkit stealth techniques
    LoadBtnHnd?BtnHnd.exeFujitsu LifeBook related
    Logitech Desktop MessengerNbackweb-8876480.exe, ldmconf.exeInstalled with the software for Logitech products. Automatically checks for software upgrades AND new products, services and special offerings from Logitech
    loadMecq3Xrundll32.exeAdded by the Troj/LegMir-AS TROJAN!
    LoadDvpApi9x?DVPAPI9X.exePart of Command AntiVirus for Windows 95/98/Me. Is it needed?
    LyraHD2TrayAppULYRAHD2TrayApp.exeRelated to RCA Lyra MP3 Player
    LogMeIn GUIUragui.exe 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.
    LgWDskTpULgWDskTp.exeRelated to Logitech Wireless mouse. There is an icon for this program on the taskbar next to the clock. It can change the behavior of other programs or manipulate other programs. Note: located in C:\Program Files\Wireless Desktop\
    load32Xswchost.exeAdded by the TURTA.A WORM!
    LMgrOSDUOSDCtrl.exeOSD (on-screen-display) utility - Part of Acer Launch Manager. Gives you control to customize the monitor to your liking...from sound, brightness, contrast, horizontal and vertical positions, phase, pixel clock, color and language - User's choice!
    load32Xl32x.exeAdded by the W32.DUMARU.Z W32.DUMARU.Y or DUMARU.AD WORM!
    LSASS DaemonXLSASSd.exeAdded by a variant of the AGOBOT/GAOBOT WORM!
    LXCRCATSULXCRtime.dllRelated to Lexmark printers/scanner Note: Located in Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    lxdimon.exeUlxdimon.exeRelated to Lexmark Lexmark 3500-4500 Series printers. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Lexmark 3500-4500 Series\
    LexmarkPrinTrayNprintray.exeLexmark Printer icon in the System Tray for quick access. Not required - uncheck via Printer configuration rather than MSCONFIG. Can also be listed as PrinTray
    LoadHTMLXrundll32.exe,mshtmpre.dll, MShtmpre Mshtmpre adware
    LetsSearchXLetsSearch.exe BrowserAid/BrowserPal Foistware
    Lexmark 3100 SeriesYlxbrbmgr.exeLexmark printer button manager. Required for correct operation.
    Logitech DesktopXApPache.exeAdded by the W32/RBOT-YP WORM!
    LTM2Xwinscan.exeAdded by the TROJ/LITMUS-B TROJAN!
    Logitech Harmony RemoteUHarmonyClient.exeRelated to Logitech_Harmony Advanced Universal Remote. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Logitech\Harmony Remote\
    LoadServiceXMaaf, tempatmu,bukan di sinAdded by the Troj/Kagen-A TROJAN!
    Lexmark 1200 SeriesUlxczbmgr.exeButton manager for Lexmark 1200 series printers
    lsmassXlsmass.exeAdded by Troj/Wallop-B TROJAN!
    LogitechSoftwareUpdateNManifestEngine.exeRelated to Logitech_camera products which offers an auto update feature. This program is non-essential process to the running of the system, but should not be terminated unless suspected to be causing problems. Note: located in C:\Program Files\Logitech\Video\
    LManagerUHotkeyApp.exeAcer Launch Manager - on Acer laptops it allows users to configure shortcut keys and to set the operating state of the WLAN module and the (optional) Bluetooth radio
    LXBUCATSULXBUtime.dllRelated to Lexmark printers/scanner Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    LTM2XMSGSRV32.EXEAdded by a LITMUS VIRUS variant! (Note: MSGSRV32.EXE in this case is in a Litmus sub-directory and is not to be confused with the valid version in C:\Windows\System)
    LoadXmdm.exeAdded by the Backdoor.Binghe TROJAN!
    Load-GuardXLGuarg.exe.vbsAdded by the VBS.YENO.C WORM!
    LjxXrundll32.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN! of the Sdbot family. Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\inf (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\inf (XP/WinNT/2K)
    Local runole serviceXsrvc32.exeAdded by the TROJ/SMALL-DP TROJAN!
    loadMefsXrundll32.exeAdded by the Troj/LegMir-JB TROJAN! Note: This is not the legitimate Windows Process rundll32.exe, Which is found in the Windows folder(98\ME) or the System32 folder(NT\2000\XP). This trojan file is found in the Windows\inf or Winnt\inf folder.
    LocalProxyUproxy4free.exeRelated to ProxyTools ProxyTools is a package of Perl network utilities designed mainly to assist those whose Internet access is censored, unreliable, or otherwise damaged. Uncensored access is provided to any outside service required (Usenet News, Web browsing, IRC, Socks etc.). Setup requires installation of Perl and some modules. Note: located in C:\Program Files\LocalProxy\
    layersldmhostplsrvc.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN! of the Sdbot family. Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    LifeDrive™ ManagerULifeDriveMgrTray.exeSystem Tray utility for the Palm LifeDrive Mobile Manager
    loadXKerne121.exeAdded by Troj/Lineage-ON TROJAN!
    LXBYCATSULXBYtime.dllRelated to Lexmark printers/scanner Note: Located in Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    lxbrbmgrYlxbrbmgr.exeLexmark printer button manager. Required for correct operation.
    LfhXLfh.exeAdded by the TROJ/ZAURGA-A TROJAN!

    This is NOT a list of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a list of startup applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method. Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try the list at AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't do anything.
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