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Name	Filename	Status	Description
VGAUtil	G-VGA.exe	U	Gigabyte VGA Utility - access card options (application needs to be run at startup, but is not system critical) ... Read More
g.exe	g.exe	X	Added by the Backdoor.Graybird.Q backdoor Trojan.
G0mez	G0mez.vbs	X	Added by the VBS.Gormlez@mm infection! Found in the Windows system directory.
Gray_Pigeon_Server	G1_Server.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Feutel-CE backdoor Trojan.
GoToAssist	g2aservice.exe	Y	Added by the GoToAssist remote support software.
<not used>	G2AWinLogon.dll	Y	Added by the GoToAssist remote support software.
GoToMeeting	g2mstart.exe	U	Launches the application Go2Meeting (used for online meetings). The number in the path will change in each installation. ... Read More
GoToMyPC	g2svc.exe	U	ExpertCity GoToMyPc logon - web-based remote-access solution that allows individuals and companies to register their computers online and then securel ... Read More
g3dctl	g3dctl.exe	?	??
BPServer	G6FTPSrv.exe	N	BulletProof FTP Server
pemalas	G76T71I84L.exe	X	Added by the W32.Fishinflu@mm worm. W32.Fishinflu@mm is a mass-mailing worm that spreads through removable drives and by sending messages to mIRC user ... Read More
g7ps	G7PS.dll	Y	Part of G7 Productivity Systems.
cfgmngr32	g<randomnumber>.dll	X	Added by the Troj/Agent-CED Trojan.
forayer	gaaplp.dll	X	Added by a Zlob Trojan which installs AntiVirgear 3.8 and display fake security alerts in your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
[Various Names]	gabber.exe	X	Part of the Wareout infection as described here.
gadcom	gadcom.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Agent-HIC Trojan.
hpSdwxmark	Gaddw.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-RB worm. When started, this infection will connect to a remote IRC server and wait for commands to execute. ... Read More
Wins Loader5	Gadu-Gadu.exe	X	A variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
GAELICUM.EXE	GAELICUM.EXE	X	Added by the Troj/Penta-A downloader trojan.
gah95on6	gah95on6.exe	X	ShopAtHome/SAHagent adware ... Read More
Gaim	gaim.exe	N	"Gaim is a multi-protocol instant messaging (IM) client for Linux, BSD, MacOS X, and Windows. It is compatible with AIM and ICQ (Oscar protocol), MSN ... Read More
Trickler	gain_trickler_3202.exe	X	Adware
MSN	gallery.exe	X	A variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
adobe	gam.exe	X	Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN!
MS-Connect	game.exe	X	Adult content dialler - see here
clock	game.exe	X	Added by the W32/Jincop-A worm.
Win32	Game.exe.vbs	X	Added by the VBS.Scafene WORM!
WT Game Channel	GameChannel.exe	N	WildTangent GameChannel - notification of new games, quick access to games and fast and easy game downloads. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy use ... Read More
WT GameChannel	GameChannel.exe	N	WildTangent GameChannel - notification of new games, quick access to games and fast and easy game downloads. Note that WildTanget's privacy policy use ... Read More
Game House	GameHouse.exe	X	Added by the W32/Delf-DRA worm.
microsoft games	gamemanager.exe	X	Added by the SPYBOT.AHQ WORM! ... Read More
<not used>	GameMon.des	X	Added by the Trojan.Downexec.C Trojan. Trojan.Downexec.C is a Trojan horse that may download files and steal information from the compromised computer ... Read More
gameutil.exe	gameutil.exe	U	Part of Redline RegTweak as supplied with Sapphire ATI graphics cards. You can configure different overlclocking settings on a per game basis and this ... Read More
Windows ASN4 Services	gamo.exe	X	Added by the W32/Rbot-EHK worm and IRC backdoor.
gangsta	gangsta.exe	X	A variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
<not used>	gaqy.exe	X	Identified as a variant of the Backdoor:Win32/Tofsee.F malware.
upWinsystem	garcha.exe	X	Unknown malware.
gasrv	gaSrv.exe	X	Adware downloader, identified by Panda antivirus as Trojan.Downloader.ALQ ... Read More
gaSrve	gaSrve.exe	X	Adware downloader, identified by Panda antivirus as Trj/Downloader.ALQ
gatexkey	gatexkey.dll	X	Identified by Kaspersky Anti-Virus as Trojan-Spy.Win32.Goldun.kw. This infection utilizes the rootkit xkeyshd.sys to hide itself. ... Read More
Gator	gator.exe	X	Spyware - see here for removal instructions
Gator eWallet	gator.exe	X	Gator eWallet from The Gator Corporation. Spyware - see here for removal instructions ... Read More
GatoTkaca	GatoTkaca.scr	X	Added by the W32.Yadurna.A worm. The user is presented with a password recovery dialogue once the malicious program is downloaded. ... Read More
gatwxkey	gatwxkey.dll	X	A variant of the Troj/Haxdor-Fam Trojan.
pviever	Gay-Lesbian-Photo.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Delf-EYL Trojan.
Gay_Sexy_**	Gay_Sexy_**.exe	X	Premium rate adult content dialler (where * is a random char)
jidifedig	gba1t.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-VB WORM! Found in the Windows system folder.
{41eaa909-24be-4d24-877f-076a0576a6fd}	gbjkog.dll	X	Zlob Trojan that infects your computer with SpyCrush and displays fake security alerts in your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
GoBack	GBMenu.exe	U	Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program an ... Read More
Driver	gbot.exe	X	Added by the JUNTADOR.K TROJAN!
Gbplugin	gbplugin.exe	X	Added by the TSPY_BANKER.ZEG spyware.
GoBack Polling Service	GBPoll.exe	U	Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if you install a new program an ... Read More
gbpdist	gbpservice.exe	X	Identified as a variant of the W32/Malware!Gemini malware.
gbpsvblust	gbpsvblust.exe	X	Added by the Trojan.Purplebot Trojan. Trojan.Purplebot is a Trojan horse that downloads more files on to the compromised computer. ... Read More
GBTray	GBTray.exe	U	System Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if y ... Read More
GoBack	GBTray.exe	U	System Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if y ... Read More
GoBack Tray Icon	GBTray.exe	U	System Tray icon access to Roxio's (nee Adaptec) GoBack software which allows you to revert back to a previously working state on you hard drive if y ... Read More
Norton GoBack	GBTray.exe	U	>This is a program for norton which creates an automatic back-up of your drives just like what system restore does for Windows XP users. It is advisab ... Read More
Windows Console Monitor	gcasAV32.exe	X	Added by the W32/Kedebe-A mass mailing worm.
MicrosoftAntiSpywareCleaner	gcASCleaner.exe	Y	Part of the Microsoft AntiSpyware cleaning engine. Should not be disabled.
gcasDtServ	gcasDtServ.exe	U	Added by an unidentified WORM or TROJAN. - Note - there IS in fact also a Microsoft Antispyware process bearing the same name, but it will not figure ... Read More
gcasServ	gcasServ.exe	U	Giant Antispyware
gcasServ32	gcasServ32.exe	X	A variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans
wireless-g notebook adapter	Gcc.exe	Y	LinkSys Wireless-G Notebook Adapter diver
GCC Reminder	gccrem.exe	?	Associated with AcraMax Greeting Card Creator. Is it a registration reminder?
vmtuner	gclib.exe	X	Hijacker - detected by Kaspersky antivirus as Trojan-Clicker.Win32.Small.fh
gey	gcqltg.dll	X	Zlob Trojan which installs the VirusResponse Lab 2009 rogue anti-spyware program. This program displays fake security alerts stating that your comput ... Read More
sws.exe	gd-dial.exe	X	Component of the "GlobalDialer" adult content premium rate dialer ... Read More
PCPrivacyTool	GDC.exe	X	Added by the PCPrivacyTool security risk. PCPrivacyTool is a Security Risk that may give exaggerated reports of threats on the computer. The program t ... Read More
HistoriaLout.	GDC.exe	X	Added by the rogue security program called Hitorialout.
SecurePCCleaner	GDC.exe	X	Added by the SecurePCCleaner rogue security program. MalwarePro uses false advertising and exaggerated scan results as a tactic to have you purchase t ... Read More
FilterProgram	GDC.exe	X	Added by the FilterProgram rogue security software.
MistikotitaTuIpologisti	GDC.exe	X	Added by the MistikotitaTuIpologisti Greek rogue anti-spyware program.
PrivacyConductor	GDC.exe	X	Added by the PrivacyConductor rogue security software.
YourPrivacyGuard	GDC.exe	X	Added by the YourPrivacyGuard rogue security software.
WinAnonymous	GDC.exe	X	Added by the WinAnonymous rogue privacy software.
ContentEraser	GDC.exe	X	Added by the ContentEraser rogue privacy software.
gdcw	GDCW.exe	X	Identified as a variant of the Trojan.Fakealert.origin Trojan.
gdien32	gdien32.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Singu-P password-stealing trojan.
gdimx	gdimx.exe	X	Added by the Dial/MPB-D dialer.
GDI kernel srvc	gdiw2k.sys	X	Added by a variant of the Troj/Haxdor-Gen rootkit.
gdiwxp	gdiwxp.dll	X	Added by a variant of the Troj/Haxdoor Trojan. This infection utilizes the gdiw2k.sys rootkit to hide itself. ... Read More
GDMgr.exe	gdmgr.exe	U	Added by the Spyware.GuardMon monitoring software. If this program was not installed by you it should be removed. ... Read More
Microsoft RPC API Helper	gdnvlptd.sys	X	Added by the Troj/Delf-EQT Trojan.
<unknown>	gdow2k.sys	X	Variant of the Troj/Haxdor-Fam rootkit.
gdowxp	gdowxp.dll	X	A variant of the Troj/Haxdor-Fam Trojan. This infection utilizes the gdow2k.sys rootkit to hide itself. ... Read More
GDrive	GDriver.exe	N	Found on IBM systems. All it does is set the CDROM drive letter to G:. Set your drive letter manually via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> System ... Read More
chinned	gdrtul.dll	X	Added by a Zlob Trojan which installs AntiVirgear 3.8 and display fake security alerts in your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
GEARsec	gearsec.exe	N	Installed by Apple Quicktime package - iPod/iTunes CDRW support. Can be disabled if you only require Quicktime player ... Read More
Windows	gearsec.exe	X	Added by the W32/Stubbot-B worm. It can copy itself to the shared folders of the P2P programs eDonkey2000, Morpheus, Xolox, Kazaa, Shareaza and Lim ... Read More
systemr	gedit.exe	X	Added by the Troj/QQPopoa-A password-stealing trojan.
GEDZAC	GEDZAC.exe	X	Added by the GEMEL WORM!
<not used>	geedc.exe	X	Identified by Kaspersky antivirus as a variant of the Trojan-Dropper.Win32.Agent.dgo malware. ... Read More
GeekAlarm	GeekAlarm.exe	Y	GeekAlarm is a program that helps you take breaks from staring at your computer screen for too long. This program is required to run in order for the ... Read More
GemStRmW	GemStRmW.exe	N	For a GemPlus smart card reader. If it doesn't start automatically when you insert the smart card, start it manually ... Read More
General Antivirus	GenAvir.exe	X	Added by the General Antivirus rogue anti-spyware program.
gencroot	gencroot.exe	X	Added by the Troj/HacDef-X rootkit.
general lptt01	general.exe	X	Variant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use Rapi ... Read More
general ml097e	general.exe	X	Variant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use Rapi ... Read More
service	GenuineLicence.exe	X	Added by the Generic Dropper.p Trojan.
{aed6f6a3-183c-488d-9f90-23db99f56e7f}	geplxss.dll	X	A Trojan used by the rogue anti-spyware program SpyDawn. This Trojan, when installed, will display fake security alerts on your taskbar and install th ... Read More
Microsoft Netview	gesfm32.exe	X	Added by the RANDEX.C WORM!
ganonymouspe	GetAnonymousP.exe	U	GetAnonymous will prevent any attempt of private information becoming observed by anyone on the internet. ... Read More
FlashPlayerUpdate	GetFlash.exe	Y	You will see this startup when Macromedia Flash is updating. This startup should only run one and then remove itself. ... Read More
GetModule27	GetModule27.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Agent-IEG keylogging Trojan.
GetModule36	GetModule36.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Dload-FC Trojan.
getPlus(R) Helper	getPlus_HelperSvc.exe	N	Adobe downloader used to download updates for Adobe applications.
GetRight Tray Icon	GETRIGHT.EXE	N	GetRight from Headlight Software - download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. The freeware version is/was spywa ... Read More
Start Getright	getright.exe	N	See Getright Tray Icon
Get Smile	getsmile.exe	N	Puts smilie faces in your E-mail. Run manually when required
Critical Error Safe32	GetWaylayer32.exe	X	A variant of the Rbot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
wow	gewow.exe	X	Added by the Troj/WowPWS-KA password stealing Trojan for the online game World of Warcraft. ... Read More
Mcsoft	gfeqzvq.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-NV worm. This infection, when started, connects to an IRC server where it sits on a channel awaiting commands. ... Read More
{9B71D88C-C598-4935-C5D1-43AA4DB90836}	gfgrg.exe	X	A variant of the Backdoor.Bifrose backdoor Trojan. Backdoor.Bifrose is a Trojan horse that uses a backdoor server to send information to a remote serv ... Read More
3Dfx Acc	GFXACC.EXE	X	Added by the GIBE WORM!
Gadu-Gadu	gg.exe	N	Polish language Instant Messaging client
r_services	gg.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Radnag-A trojan.
gf1.0.0.2	ggf.exe	X	A variant of the Trojan.Win32.Proxy.Agent.a malware.
stratas	ggfig.exe	X	Added by the OPANKI.W WORM! ... Read More
bdfger	gggasw.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-RT worm. When started, this infection will connect to a remote IRC server and wait for commands to execute. ... Read More
vmtuner	gglib.exe	X	Added by the Troj/QLowZon-D Trojan.
gtydf	ggrrgg.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Dloadr-AZK downloading Trojan.
google toolbar	ggtb32.exe	X	Added by the W32/Agobot-RR WORM/iRC backdoor.
Jfwehnrt	GHGFJRS.EXE	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-IJ worm. When started this infection connects to an IRC server where it waits for remote commands. ... Read More
{0C9FD060-3198-C677-E681-ED3660DE8B88}	ghh.exe	X	A variant of the Backdoor:W32/PoisonIvy backdoor Trojan. Backdoor:W32/PoisonIvy is a family of backdoors that give a remote user extensive access to a ... Read More
Sys_Run	ghost.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Lineage-N password stealing trojan. This infection attempts to steal the player information for the game Lineage. ... Read More
G_Host	gHost.exe	X	Added by the W32/Autoit-C removable media worm.
GhostStartService	GhostStartService.exe	N	Required to run the Windows based wizard in Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version. Will start automatically when you run the wizard ... Read More
GhostStartTrayApp	GhostStartTrayApp.exe	N	System Tray access to Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version
Norton Ghost 9.0	GhostTray.exe	N	Norton Ghost tray icon - the application can be launched manually.
SystemUpdate	gido.exe	X	Unknown malware.
ImagViewer	GifAnimator.exe	X	Added by the W32/USKAF-A worm.
gigabit.exe	gigabit.exe	X	Added by the BEAGLE.U WORM!
Cheatle	GigaByte.exe	X	Added by the SHODI.B VIRUS!
GigaByte_Bomber	GigaByte_Bomber.exe	X	Added by the W32/Etyb-A virus.
gimmygames	gimmygames.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Drsmartl-I downloader Trojan.
gimmysmileys	gimmysmileys.exe	X	Added by the Downloader.VB.xu identified by ewido. Note: More_info ... Read More
{C9FA1DC9-1FB3-C2A8-2F1A-DC1A33E7AF9D}	ginuerep.dll	X	A file used by the rogue antispyware app, SpyFalcon, to issue fake security alerts on your taskbar. ... Read More
GisdnLog	gisdnlog.exe	?	BT Digital Access USB
mfhsornwnduy	gisyflngpshcvuakv.dll	X	Mxlivemedia browser enhancer BHO adware installed by the Pro Antispyware 2009 rogue anti-spyware program. ... Read More
Give Me Too (Network Sniffer)	GiveMeToo.exe	U	Added by the Give Me Too network sniffer. If this software was not installed by yourself, you should immediately uninstall it. ... Read More
uteyilix	givohise.exe	X	Added by the Backdoor.Sdbot.AM Backdoor infection! Found in the Windows system directory. ... Read More
{4FA10261-B890-F432-A453-69F1023513F4}	gjcsdyc.dll	X	Added by the PWS-OnlineGames.q password-stealing Trojan for online games.
{903902a8-0691-460e-8351-24df3d425e9c}	gkymhk.dll	X	Zlob Trojan that installs VirusProtectPro 3.7 and shows fake security alerts from your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
Popup Terminator	GLADManager.exe	U	Popup Terminator - pop-up killer
glaide32	glaide32.sys	X	Added by the Backdoor.Rustock backdoor rootkit.
Glass2k	Glass2k.exe	U	"Glass2k is a small little program that allows Win2K/XP users to make any window transparent" ... Read More
[not used]	gld.exe	X	Added by the Backdoor.Zagaban backdoor Trojan.
SpyBlocs	GLF8.exe	X	Added by the SpyBlocs security risk. According to Symantec, "SpyBlocs is a Security Risk that may give exaggerated reports of threats o ... Read More
spyblocs	GLFF.exe	X	Rogue anti-spyware program. ... Read More
Glide	Glidew32.exe	Y	Cirque touchpad driver
Miniphone	glophone.exe	?	VoiceGlo Glophone Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) communications software - "an affordable and convenient way to call friends and family throughou ... Read More
RBot v2 with NetAPI exploit traded with billgates I gave my mother Greetz - OG - Bluehell Irc Server	glossary.exe	X	Added by the W32/Vanebot-J worm and IRC backdoor. W32/Vanebot-J spreads to other network computers by exploiting common buffer overflow vulnerabilitie ... Read More
gluon	gluon.exe	?	In a gluon/bin sub-directory
glv	glv.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Dloader-NG trojan.
SymantecFilterCheck	gmilogof.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Banker-EKC Internet banking Trojan. If you are infected with this, then you should immediately change all of your online banking pas ... Read More
Gmouse	Gmouse.exe	Y	Amouse mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features
gsads	gms2.exe	X	PacerD_Media/Pacimedia.com adware component ... Read More
GStartup	GMT.exe	X	Gator spyware variant. See Gator
Microsoft Internet Firewall Manager	GMT16.exe	X	Added by the RANDEX.AT WORM!
Gnetmous	gnetmous.exe	U	Genius NetScroll+ mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features ... Read More
cariniana	gnjsjc.dll	X	Zlob Trojan which installs the VirusProtect 3.9 rogue anti-spyware program. This program displays fake security alerts stating that your compute ... Read More
Gekio Startups	gnksvc32.exe	X	Added by the W32/Agobot-PE network worm. When started this infection connects to an IRC server where it waits for remote commands to execute. ... Read More
enation	gnmguxh.dll	X	Zlob Trojan which installs the AntiSpyCheck rogue anti-spyware program. This program displays fake security alerts stating that your computer has a s ... Read More
{0228e555-4f9c-4e35-a3ec-b109a192b4c2}	gnotify.exe	U	Google Gmail_notifier. Alerts you when you have new Gmail messages
gnowmebk	gnowmebk.dll	X	Identified as a variant of the Adware.Agent malware.
gnub	gnub.exe	?	??
Go!Zilla Monster Downloads	Go.exe	X	Download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware ... Read More
Google Service FR	GO0GLEFREE.EXE	X	A variant of the W32/Spybot.BURS family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans. This family of worms spread via mIRC and the Kazaa file sharing network. ... Read More
microsoft intrenet explorer	goaw.pif	X	Added by the W32/Rbot-API ... Read More
OutlookExpress	goawv.exe	X	Added by the W32/Rbot-CC trojan backdoor. This infection, when started, connects to an IRC server where it sits on a channel awaiting commands. ... Read More
VANTI	God.sys	X	A variant of the Troj/Hackvan-A rootkit.
GOG	GOG.exe	X	Added by the PHILIS.B VIRUS!
RUNGogoTools	GoGoLaunch.exe	X	Added by the Adware.GoGoTools adware.
goidr	goidr.exe	X	Goidr adware ... Read More
{5D7ED61B-DB3E-44EC-BED5-40307384FF81}	goods32.dll	X	Added by the Troj/PWS-AOM password-stealing Trojan.
google	google.exe	X	Added by the W32/Rbot-AMW worm. When started, this infection connects to a remote IRC server where it waits for commands to execute. ... Read More
google Intrenet Explorer	google.pif	X	Added by the W32/Rbot-ARA worm. This infection, when started, connects to an IRC server where it sits on a channel awaiting commands. ... Read More
GoogleBot.exe	GoogleBot.exe	X	Identified as a variant of the Trojan-Downloader.Win32.Agent.cre malware.
GoogleDCClient	GoogleDCC.exe	N	Google Compute Client - only present if you installed the Google Toolbar with "Google Compute" client active. Does complex calculations in the backgro ... Read More
Google Desktop Search	GoogleDesktop.exe	N	Google Desktop Search - "a desktop search application that provides full text search over your email, computer files, chats, and the web pages you've ... Read More
google earth viewer	GOOGLEMAPS.EXE	N	Google_Earth "combines satellite imagery, maps and the power of Google Search to put the world's geographic information at your fingertips." ... Read More
svc	Googleon.exe	X	Added by the W32.Ogleon.A worm. W32.Ogleon.A is a worm that spreads through removable storage devices. It also drops a copy of Infostealer.Gampass, on ... Read More
Google service	Googlesetup.exe	X	Added by the W32/IRCBot-RJ worm and IRC backdoor. W32/IRCBot-RJ spreads - to computers vulnerable to common exploits, including ... Read More
googletalk	googletalk.exe	U	Google_Talk "enables you to call or send instant messages to your friends for free–anytime, anywhere in the world". Can be launched manually. ... Read More
swg	GoogleToolbarNotifier.exe	N	Added by the Google ToolBar for Internet Explorer. This program will notify you when you attempt to change the Internet Explorer search engine to some ... Read More
Google Update	GoogleUpdate.exe	N	This startup is used by Google products such as Picasa and Chrome, among others, to check for new updates. ... Read More
Office Monitors	GoogleUpdater.exe	X	Added by the W32/Rbot-GKZ worm and IRC backdoor.
Google Updater	GoogleUpdater.exe	N	Installed with various Google applications to download and alert you when there is a new update available. ... Read More
Google Updater Service	GoogleUpdaterService.exe	N	Used to update Google programs such as Google Toolbar.
Run Google Web Accelerator	GoogleWebAccWarden.exe	U	Related to Google Web Accelerator. Google Web Accelerator attempts to make web pages load faster. ... Read More
Gool	Gool.exe	X	Unknown malware.
goot.exe	goot.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Bifrose-C backdoor Trojan. This infection also installs the files C:\Windows\system32\god.sys and c:\windows\system32\ranx.dll. ... Read More
gormet	gormet.dll	X	Added by a variant of the MyGeek/CPVFeed adware.
HOT FIX	Gothic.exe	X	A variant of the Forbot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
WINDOWS SYSTEM	gothica.exe	X	Added by the W32/Mytob-HU worm. This infection, when started, connects to an IRC server where it sits on a channel awaiting commands. ... Read More
Command	Gotit.exe	X	Added by the TITOG WORM!
GoTrusted	GoTrusted Secure Tunnel.exe	U	Added by the GoTrusted client.
gotsmiley	GotSmiley.exe	X	Gator GotSmiley - adware based, also see here ... Read More
behaves	gowqug.dll	X	Zlob Trojan which installs the VirusTrigger rogue anti-spyware program. This program displays fake security alerts stating that your computer has a s ... Read More
Go!Zilla	gozilla.exe	X	Download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware ... Read More
Yahoo Messengger	gphone.exe	X	Added by the W32/Tiotua-W worm.
Yahoo Messengger	gphone.exe	X	Added by the W32/Tiotua-AA Trojan.
GP Updater	gpupdater.exe	X	A variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
{b166be07-30a4-4d38-b781-44528a630706}	gqagksr.dll	X	A Trojan used by the rogue anti-spyware program VirusBurst. This Trojan, when installed, will display fake security alerts on your taskbar and install ... Read More
gqgqqger	gqgeqegl.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-CLJ backdoor worm. When this infection starts it will connect to an IRC server where it will wait for remote commands to execu ... Read More
Windows LoL Layer	gqwdcr.exe	X	Added by the W32/Agobot-AHS worm and IRC backdoor.
[not used]	gr33n.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-ZP worm. When started, this infections connects to a remote IRC server where it waits for commands to execute. ... Read More
GRA	gra.exe	N	Looks at system resources at startup and warns you if they have dropped. Contains links to the Disk Clean Up, Defrag and Start Up Menu. It does have a ... Read More
GCS	GrabClipSave.exe	N	GrabClipSave screen capture tool
Italian Grand Prix	grand.exe	X	Added by the W32/Spybot-MK worm and IRC backdoor.
grande48	grande48.sys	X	Added by the Troj/RKAgen-E rootkit Trojan.
DarkDevil.Grasiele.BR	Grasiele.VBS	X	Added by the LEMBRA WORM!
GrdSys32	GrdSys32.exe	?	X-Stream ISP software. Offers free Net access funded by on-screen ads. Is it required or can you create your own dial-up networking connection to use ... Read More
HELPER	greece_nm.exe	X	AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant
AliUSBfix	GREENMK.exe	?	May be realted to a USB 2.0 PCI card - the IOgear GIC220OU?
greenstdSystem32	greenstd.exe	X	Identified by Sunbelt as Unclassified.Spyware.61.
55278	grepclient1.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Lineage-S password-stealing trojan for the online game Lineage. ... Read More
{28ABC5C0-4FCB-11CF-AAX5-81CX1C635612}	grinder.exe	X	Identified as a variant of the IRC-Worm.Win32.Small.v malware.
grinders	grinders.exe	X	Added by a variant of the Worm.DR.Zhelatin malware. This family of malware spams email messages used to entice users into visiting sites hosting explo ... Read More
Grm	Grm.exe	X	Added by the Backdoor.Grm infection. This infection listens for connections on port 7614 ... Read More
Grokster	Grokster.exe	N	Grokster Peer-To-Peer File Sharing program
GrooveMonitor	GrooveMonitor.exe	N	This program is used to track Groove problems and creates error reports that are sent back to Microsoft. This program is typically launched when an e ... Read More
GrpConv	grpconv.exe	N	To facilitate the upgrade from Windows 3.1 to Win95/98, an executable file named GRPCONV.EXE is included with Win95/98. This file provides the transla ... Read More
Virtual CD v6	grplscd.exe	X	Added by the W32/Rbot-AXV worm. When started, this infection connects to a remote IRC server where it waits for commands to execute. ... Read More
Debugger	grpmnt32.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Dloader-WT Trojan.
wm	grtosts.exe	X	Added by the TSPY_AGENT.FFE Spyware Trojan.
gcsxgsqfss	grwfsrs.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-WZ worm. When started, this infection connects to a remote IRC server and waits for commands to execute. ... Read More
Gravis Xperience Driver Support	Grxp4exe.exe	U	Driver for Gravis game controllers such as the Eliminator Aftershock. Must be loaded if you run the supplied application software for the controller t ... Read More
win usb support	grxsrv.exe	X	Added by a variant of the WIN32.RBOT WORM! ... Read More
gsbgqpwwfw	gsbgqpwwfw.sys	X	Added by the Backdoor.Rustock backdoor rootkit.
GSBootTimeSrv	GSBootTimeSrv.exe	Y	Added by the MultiNetwork Manager 9 mobile coporate access client.
Gscbc	Gscbc.exe	?	??
DOGStart	GSDOGST.EXE	X	Added by an unidentified VIRUS, WORM or TROJAN! A possibility is a trojan known as PENIS ... Read More
Pigeon	GServer2.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBrd-AK backdoor Trojan.
zzgshp	gshp.vbs	X	Homepage hi-jacker that re-defines your IE or Netscape start page
Gsiconexe	Gsicon.exe	N	ADSL modem monitor from Eicon Networks (as used by BT for its Broadband internet service for example). Can safely be disabled without affecting the co ... Read More
GMedia2	GSM2.exe	X	Malware downloader - detected by Kaspersky antivirus as Trojan.Win32.VB.ux
GMedia2	GSMedia3.exe	X	Malware downloader - detected by Kaspersky antivirus as Trojan.Win32.VB.ux
g3	GSMedia3.exe	X	Malware downloader - detected by Kaspersky antivirus as Trojan.Win32.VB.ux ... Read More
GSNXDrv Device Driver	gsnxdrv.sys	X	Added by the Troj/Drop-AL Trojan.
GSOrganizer	GSOrganizer.exe	N	GoldenSection Organizer - personal information manager
VideoDriver	gspotbot.exe	X	Added by the SPIGOT.C TROJAN!
{c704547b-26c0-4222-a034-81653c07b494}	gsrnxgh.dll	X	Zlob Trojan that infects your computer with SpyCrush and displays fake security alerts in your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
ghostsecuritysuite	gss.exe	U	Related to Ghost_Security_Suite Protect the registry from unauthorized reading and modification and other tools. ... Read More
gssomatic	gssomatic.exe	X	Searchcentrix hijacker
gStart	gStart.exe	N	Added by the Garmin Training Center training tool. gStart.exe is a program that detects when you connect a Garmin GPS device and automatically launche ... Read More
gsv	gsv.exe	X	Added by the ROBAL 1.0 backdoor TROJAN!
GEST Service for program management.	GSvr.exe	U	Dynamic energy management utility for Gigabyte motherboards.
ccApp	gsw332.exe.vbs	X	Added by VBS/Speery-A, a WORM! It will be found in the Windows system folder.
GazelDisplay	gsyno.exe	U	BT Digital Access USB - Gazel ISDN installation System Tray icon
Microsoft Windows WKS Service	gt.exe	X	Added by the W32/Sdbot-AJ backdoor worm. When this infection starts it will connect to an IRC server where it will wait for remote commands to execut ... Read More
[random number]	gtask.exe	X	Added by the Troj/LegMir-AX password-stealing Trojan for the online game Legend of Mir.. ... Read More
wTask	GTaskup.exe	X	Added by the Trojan.GTaskUp Trojan.
{e71aba09-d81a-4876-baa3-df133c1dfc48}	gtawclv.dll	X	Zlob Trojan that installs VirusProtectPro 3.5 and shows fake security alerts from your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
achromatic	gtckad.dll	X	Zlob Trojan which installs the AntivirusTrigger rogue anti-spyware program. This program displays fake security alerts stating that your computer has ... Read More
{7fa55359-7223-410f-bc82-efb3e3ded07f}	gtpbx.dll	X	A Trojan used by the rogue anti-spyware program VirusBurst. This Trojan, when installed, will display fake security alerts on your taskbar and install ... Read More
Gtwatch	gtwatch.exe	N	Associated with a Mustec scanner and not required
calpastatin	guadq.dll	X	Zlob Trojan that infects you with the VirusHeat rogue anti-spyware program. Please use the guide below to remove this infection. ... Read More
guard	Guard.exe	U	Related to Phoenix_Technologies Core Managed Environment (cME) Integration and Certification program. ... Read More
AVG Anti-Spyware Guard	guard.exe	Y	Executable pertaining to real-time protection in AVG Anti-Spyware.
Microsoft	guard.exe	X	A variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
ewido security suite driver	guard.sys	Y	Part of the ewido anti-malware scanner.
<not used>	guard32.dll	Y	Related to Comodo Firewall Pro.
GuardCenter	GuardCenter.exe	X	Added by the GuardCenter rogue anti-spyware program. This program reports false or exaggerated system security threats on the computer. ... Read More
kernel32dll	guardpc.exe	X	Added by the FORBOT-CU WORM!
guarnset	guarnset.exe	X	Adlogix adware ... Read More
Guart_Serv	guarty.exe	X	A variant of the IRCBot family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans.
Startup Launcher GUI	GUI.exe	?	Startup manager?. The EasyTune Gui.exe can be found here.
EasyTuneV	GUI.exe	U	A utility installed by Gigabyte motherboard software that allows you to tweak settings in the bios. ... Read More
SpywareKicker	gui.exe	X	Added by the SpywareKicker rogue anti-spyware software. This software is advertised through the use of Trojans. ... Read More
IMVU	gui1.exe	N	Chat program from IMVU.
gummy	gummy.exe	X	Added by the W32/Vanebot-AQ worm and IRC backdoor.
guntest	guntest.chm	X	Added by the Backdoor.Rustock backdoor rootkit.
WinTOTAL Scheduler	guru.exe	N	WinTOTAL Real estate appraisal software related
GuruNet	GuruNet.exe	U	GuruNet lets you click on any word on your screen to get the relevant information you want ... Read More
4-gusdur	gusdur.exe	X	Added by the W32/Brontok-CR worm.
gmsoft	gusetup.exe	X	Unknown malware.
{4f5f16ef-af9d-4fe6-8410-f0670b58979d}	gusur.dll	X	Zlob Trojan that installs VirusProtectPro 3.6 and shows fake security alerts from your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
{fedff4ae-1302-4b8a-bda9-43b9f67b9749}	guxmhcd.dll	X	Zlob Trojan that installs VirusProtectPro 3.7 and shows fake security alerts from your Windows taskbar. ... Read More
{af3fd9a8-1287-4159-9212-9a5b4494af70}	guxxa.dll	X	A file used by the rogue antispyware app, SpywareQuake, to issue fake security alerts on your taskbar. ... Read More
gateway extended warranty	GWCares.exe	N	Related to Gateway_Extended_Warranty_Reminder Note: located in C:\Program Files\Gateway\GWCares\ ... Read More
Multi-function keyboard	GWHotkey.exe	U	Software that sets up the Gateway AnyKey keyboard shortcuts (a series of buttons that allow one-click access to e-mail, browser, volume and CD/DVD con ... Read More
GWInkMonitor	GWInkMonitor.exe	N	Gateway ink monitor - makes an annoying popup that says your printer may be running out of ink, do you want to buy some! ... Read More
GWMDMMSG	GWMDMMSG.exe	N	Used with internal modems on Gateway and vprMatrix PCs. This is the "GTW modem messaging applet" and is not required for the modem to work correctly ... Read More
GWMDMpi	GWMDMpi.exe	U	Used with internal modems on Gateway PCs such as the 450SX Notebook. Required for audio settings to be maintained and does not remain in memory once r ... Read More
{8d8c2387-7f80-4022-9be6-43630a969558}	gwquvw.dll	X	A Trojan used by the rogue anti-spyware program AntiVerminser. This Trojan, when installed, will display fake security alerts on your taskbar and inst ... Read More
SourcePath	gwreg.exe	N	Used to update Gateway registry settings for System Restoration Kit and Web update programs ... Read More
Greetings Workshop	GWREMIND.EXE	N	You really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources? ... Read More
Microsoft Greetings Workshop Reminder	Gwremind.exe	N	You really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources? ... Read More
oxbvpen	gwthtis.exe	X	Added by the W32/SillyFDC-AH worm.
gwum	gwum.exe	U	Gigabyte utility manager. Loads if you have a Gigabyte motherboard and got a full bundle of utilities installed. Monitors CPU, fans, BIOS etc. Only us ... Read More
fGQEGqHOME	gwwgtp.exe	X	Added by the RANKY.J TROJAN!
vmcleaner	gxlib.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Small-HS Trojan.
gyy	gyy.exe	?	Possibly Gator (and therefore spyware) related?
gzipmod	gzipmod.dll	X	Related to the Haxdoor infection.
hid_start	gzmrotate.dll	X	Unknown Malware.
Gray_Pigeon_Server	G_Server.exe	X	Added as a new service by the Troj/Feutel-C TROJAN.
g_server.exe	G_Server.exe	X	Added by the TROJ/FEUTEL-C TROJAN! ... Read More
GrayPigeonServer	G_Server.exe	X	Added by the Backdoor.Greybird.K trojan backdoor.
H_Server	G_Server.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBird-W Trojan.
Removale Sorage	G_Server.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Feutel-AT backdoor Trojan.
windowslogo	G_Server.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBrd-F backdoor Trojan. This infection also installs the files c:\windows\system32\Plugin\ENLOG.DLL and c:\windows\tpighz.dat. ... Read More
$Windows Time	G_Server.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Feutel-BI Trojan backdoor.
CryptSvc	G_server.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Crow-A backdoor Trojan.
g_server1.2.exe	G_Server1.2.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBird-Z
Gray_Pigeon_Server	G_Server1.2.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBrd-AP backdoor Trojan.
Termiputer updatees	G_Server1.2.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Hupigon-IQ backdoor Trojan.
Gray_Pigeon_Server1.23	G_Server1.23.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBir-EA backdoor Trojan.
Gray_Pigeon_Server1.236	G_Server1.236.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Hupigon-RW Trojan.
Gray_Pigeon_Server2.0	G_Server2.0.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBird-O Trojan.
Workstation ADSL	G_Server2.0.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBrd-AH backdoor Trojan.
sysServer2.0	G_Server2.0.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Feutel-AK Trojan.
NewWords	G_Server2.0.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Feutel-AL backdoor Trojan.
Plug and P1ay	G_Server2.0.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Feutel-AW backdoor Trojan. This infection also creates the files C:\windows\ohadpl.dat, C:\Windows\psslor.dat, and C:\Windows\vikyik ... Read More
Network Connection	G_Server2.0.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBrd-BE backdoor Trojan.
wto	G_Server2.0.exe	X	Added by the Troj/GrayBrd-BN backdoor Trojan.
windowcom	G_Server2006.exe	X	Added by the Troj/Vanti-DV password-stealing Trojan.

Status Key

Each entry in the database will have a Status assigned to it. The key to this status is the following:

Y - This status flag means that this entry should be left alone and be allowed to run as if it is unchecked it may break the functionality or use of a particular program.
N - This status flag means it is unnecessary to run this program automatically when Windows starts as you can run it manually when necessary.
U - This status flag means it is up to you whether or not you feel this program needs to run automatically.
X - This status flags means the item should definitely not start up automatically. Items that have this flag are generally malware such as viruses, trojans, hijackers, spyware but could also be programs that are not desirable to run on your computer.
? - This status flag means the status of this entry is unknown at this time and more research is necessary.

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Disclaimer

It is assumed that users are familiar with the operating system they are using and comfortable with making the suggested changes. BleepingComputer.com will not be held responsible if changes you make cause a system failure.

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. 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.