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[path] private.exe internat.dll, LoadMouseCarpetProfile
Reported by Norman Virus Control as W32/Downloader. Creates the files sdfff, fdsf and zxczxc. In the C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32 directory creates the files d.exe, s.exe and r.exe
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[random 6 char filename]
Qoologic downloader trojan variant using random file names (examples: nzkklz.exe, rzazzi.exe, ivpaan.exe) - do not confuse with the Kaspersky antivirus startup item, as described here
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[various filenames]
Spy Sheriff/SpywareNO malware, also detected as the SPYHOAX-A TROJAN, pretends to be a spyware remover! - file names spotted sofar include VXH8JKDQ2.EXE, NS6281400.so, CVXH8JKDQ2.EXE, down3.exe, sefe.exe, winstall.exe, and tool2.exe
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AdDestroyer.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
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AdobeDownloadManager.exe
Adobe Download Manager - "can prevent you from having to start from the beginning should your download process be interrupted, and it offers a level of service not possible
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adodemaster.exe
Downloader of Korean origin, detected as ADOD.28672
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AGSatellite.exe
Program from AudioGalaxy that lets you download some MP3s from their server. Available via Start -> Programs
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ahqinit.exe
Part of AudioHQ for the Soundblaster Live!. Appears as though it makes the AudioHW toolbar drop down from the top of the desktop and isn't required
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aolwasher.exe
Webroot Cache & Cookie Washer - cleaning browser tracks, including cache, cookies, history, mail trash, drop-down address bar, auto-complete forms and downloaded program files for IE, Netscape and AOL
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arteraui.exe
Artera Turbo Internet Accelerator - "surf faster, boost download speed". Only required if you find it helps improve your performance
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atomica.exe
Atomica runs from the System Tray and allows the user to find out more about a word or phrase on any screen by pointing at it with the mouse and clicking button one while holding down the Alt key
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AutoUpdate.exe
Additional item added to start-ups after AT&T took over the now bankrupt Excite@home high-speed internet service. Included for automatically downloading and installing updates. Leave it unless you plan to regularly run it to check for updates
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backweb*****.exe
Packard Bell ActivSurf - automatically detects an internet connection and downloads any available updates
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backweb.exe
Automatically detects an internet connection and downloads any available updates. Typical on Compaq and HP PC's but not restricted to those OEM's. Resource hog and often causes malfunctions. Available via Start -> Programs
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Bandwidth Monitor Pro.exe
Bandwidth Monitor Pro - utililty to track your current download/upload limit that may be set by your ISP
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bayswap.exe
Hot-swappable drive management on Compaq Notebooks which allows you to swap drives without closing down Windows. Only required if you frequently swap bay devices
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BearFlix.exe
BearFlix is optimized for the fast download of video files
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BIGFIX.EXE
BigFix can automatically download and read technical support information provided by computer and software manufacturers and other technical support experts (published in the form of Fixlet® Messages) and can automatically check your computer for bugs, configuration conflicts, and security holes. Should only be started manually as it's a resource hog
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