Viruses\spyware\adware\Things to harm Your Computer?

2554>Are any of these processes Harmful or bad to my computer?


ADService.exe


AdskScSrv.exe


ADUserMon.exe


ALG.exe


AluScheduler.exe


AppServices.exe


BitLord.exe


CSRSS.EXE


CTFMON.EXE


GBPoll.exe


GBTray.exe


hkcmd.exe


hpqgalry.exe


hpqtra08.exe


hpwuSchd2.exe


iexplore.exe


igfxpers.exe


IntelMEM.exe


iPodService.exe


iTunesHelper.exe


jusched.exe


LSASS.EXE


MDM.EXE


mmtask.exe


retadpu1000272.exe


SERVICES.EXE


smax4pnp.exe


smgr.exe


SMSS.EXE


spoolsv.exe


SVCHOST.EXE


SVCHOST.EXE


SVCHOST.EXE


SVCHOST.EXE


SVCHOST.EXE


SVCHOST.EXE


SVCHOST.EXE


swdoctor.exe


System


System Idle Process


TASKMGR.EXE


tfswctrl.exe


WINLOGON.EXE


WORDPAD.EXE


spool32.exe
Reply:wow. you've got 3d studio don't you? you should post some pics of your 3ds work.


I bet your system is a little slow huh? you've got a lot of stuff running!





retadpu1000272.exe is a trojan





its strange to me how some of the processes are capitalized.


Mine aren't.








get spybot, install it, update it, then use it to scan, oh and then be sure to choose fix selected problems when its done scanning. also allow spybot to run on start up. that way it'll destroy the malware before it has a chance to load into memory.


http://www.safer-networking.org/en/mirro...
Reply:They all look innocent to me!
Reply:First: Uninstall any programs listed in "step 1"


http://www.techsupportforum.com/security...





Install Update for Windows XP (KB906569)


http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/detai...


Updates MSconfig





Run PCPitstop "full tests" and "running programs" in the results it will designate programs that can be disabled to improve computer performance. Run MSconfig and uncheck any program "that can be disabled to improve computer performance"


http://www.pcpitstop.com/





Also install and run


Startup Optimizer 1.6


http://www.download.com/Startup-Optimize...


Startup Optimizer inspects programs loading at Windows startup and keeps your PC running faster, cleaner, and error-free. With a program database, Startup Optimizer provides useful information for known programs. You can remove harmful programs like spyware, virus, diallers, make your system healthier and maintain a higher degree of privacy. Startup Optimizer removes junk and obsolete programs, frees up RAM and increases your system performance.








How to use MSCONFIG


http://www.netsquirrel.com/msconfig/





Using MSCONFIG to reduce background programs at startup


http://alri.org/step2/usingmsconfig.htm





TASK LIST PROGRAMS A-Z


http://www.answersthatwork.com/Tasklist_...


http://www.castlecops.com/StartupList.ht...


http://www.pcreview.co.uk/startup/
Reply:To make sure for certain that these aren't viruses/spyware, do a scan with your availible anti virus/anti spyware program. If any of these comes up in the scan (as a virus or malware infection) get rid of them. Most of these are just basic system things that should stay on your computer (i.e. Wordpad, iPod service, iTunes helper, etc.). If you don't have any anti virus/anti spy programs, get a security suite from Norton, McAffee, or PC Tools.





Good luck!
Reply:There are numorous sites that list startup programs and running processes, what program they belong to, what are necessary, and whether they're malware (or used by malware) or not. Just do a Google search of the particular process ("spool32.exe" for example) and you'll come up with them.
Reply:iexplore, Intelmem, iPod service, iTunesHelper, svchost, system, system idle process, taskmgr, and wordpad and spool32 are good.


not sure about the rest. They probably are good, but they could get infected


even the ones i said above could be infected
Reply:I have the feeling this is a sadist malicious by a prankster for "bragging rights" (SEE kiidie scripts) post by someone who well knows of "same name threats" meaning that there is well known malware that intentionally uses the same file name as the legitimate Windows Operating System Operating System components.





DO NOT DARE DELETE ANYTHING ON HIS/HER LIST WITHOUT CONSULTING AN ADVANCED USER... OR ANY PROFESSIONALS. - - - IF YOU DO YOU WILL RENDER THE WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM COMPLELTELY INOPERABLE - - - THE ONLY CHANCE OF RESTORING YOUR COMPUTER WILL BE EXPENSIVE DISASTER RECOVERY PROGRAMS AND A SKILLED PC REPAIR SHOP. ....





THIS CONCERNS THESE WINDOWS PROCESSES::::





SMSS.EXE


spoolsv.exe


SVCHOST.EXE


swdoctor.exe


System


System Idle Process


TASKMGR.EXE


WINLOGON.EXE


WORDPAD.EXE


spool32.exe


LSASS.EXE


MORE....








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FILE PROCESS SEARCH:





WinTasks Process Library


http://www.liutilities.com/products/wint...


In the recesses of your computer, 20-30 invisible processes run silently in the background. Some hog system resources, turning your PC into a sluggish computer. Worse yet, other useless processes harbour spyware and Trojans - violating your privacy and giving hackers free reign on your computer. WinTasks Process Library is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to know the exact purpose of every single process. The categories available online are: * Top Security Risks * Top System Processes * Top Applications* Other Processes.





BleepingComputer.com (Start Up Processes)


http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/startups...





File Research Center - Free File and Process Information


http://www.fileresearchcenter.com/


The File Research Center provides a free scanning service to identify what is running on your computer. We also provide free information about safe and unsafe files, processes, services, spyware, adware, malware, trojans, and other programs that may be on your computer.





ProcessLibrary.com - Search


http://www.processlibrary.com/directory/





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Reply:Why are you having trouble with your computer?


Than follow the advice some guys wrote down here!
Reply:I HAVE NO IDEA. I REALLY , REALLY AND TRULY WISH I HAD THE ANSWER . PL LET ME KNOW WHEN YOU DO . THANKS . PEACE .
Reply:iexplore.exe is horrid for your computer , Use firefox :P

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