| Status Code | Name | Command | Description |
| ? | gyy | gyy.exe | Possibly Gator (and therefore spyware) related? |
| U | gwum | gwum.exe | Gigabyte utility manager. Loads if you have a Gigabyte motherboard and got a full bundle of utilities installed. Monitors CPU, fans, BIOS etc. Only used by system "tweakers" |
| U | GWMDMpi | GWMDMpi.exe | 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 run. See here for more information |
| N | GWMDMMSG | GWMDMMSG.exe | 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 |
| N | GWInkMonitor | GWInkMonitor.exe | Gateway ink monitor - makes an annoying popup that says your printer may be running out of ink, do you want to buy some! |
| X | gvagfxj | rundll32 ...gvagfxj.dll | Unidentified adware, spyware or virus |
| Y | gw port controller | PORTCT95.EXE | From a visitor - "I must keep it active in start up or my Lexmark printer and RCA Cam program cannot discover a working port to work". From the file properties, the file is known as "Smart Thru Fax Drive Spy" and is supplied by Samsung |
| X | GustavVED | [filename].exe | Added by the OPASERV.H WORM! |
| N | Gtwatch | gtwatch.exe | Associated with a Mustec scanner and not required |
| N | Guardian | CMGrdian.exe | McAfee's QuickClean, an offline version of the one in their online Clinic. Normally run offline and not needed. Incidentally, incorporates more cleanup programs than the likes of WinOptimizer and System Mechanic |
| X | GStartup | GMT.exe | Gator spyware variant. See Gator |
| X | gssomatic | gssomatic.exe | Searchcentrix hijacker |
| N | GSOrganizer | GSOrganizer.exe | GoldenSection Organizer - personal information manager |
| X | gshp | zzgshp.vbs | Homepage hi-jacker |
| N | Gsiconexe | Gsicon.exe | ADSL modem monitor from Eicon Networks (as used by BT for its Broadband internet service for example). Can safely be disabled without affecting the connection - all this does is give an indication of connectivity and access to the diagnostic facilities |
| ? | Gscbc | Gscbc.exe | ?? |
| N | GrpConv | grpconv.exe | 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 translation of groups and group items to folders and links unless you need to access Win 3.1 Group files |
| N | Grokster | Grokster.exe | Grokster Peer-To-Peer File Sharing program |
| X | Gremlin | intrenat.exe | Added by the DOOMJUICE WORM! |
| X | gremier | wscript.exe gpremier.vbs | Added by the GPREMIER WORM! |
| N | Greetings Workshop | GWREMIND.EXE | You really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources? |
| ? | 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 on demand? |
| U | Gravis Xperience Driver Support | Grxp4exe.exe | Driver for Gravis game controllers such as the Eliminator Aftershock. Must be loaded if you run the supplied application software for the controller to be recognized. Start it manually via a shortcut if not used |
| U | Gravis Appawareloader | dbserver.exe | Looks like it's associated with Gravis game controllers and the Keyset Manager, allowing the user to program the buttons for games that don't support them |
| ? | gramdate | 2Stop.exe | ?? |
| X | gouday.exe | readme.exe | Added by the BEAGLE.C WORM! |
| N | GRA | gra.exe | 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 link to a startup configuration utility. Similar to msconfig but can keep a list of disabled apps. Not really necessary. Only appears if you load the Gateway Startup Utility |
| U | GoToMyPC | g2svc.exe | ExpertCity GoToMyPc logon - web-based remote-access solution that allows individuals and companies to register their computers online and then securely access those computers from any web browser |
| N | GoogleDCClient | GoogleDCC.exe | Google Compute Client - only present if you installed the Google Toolbar with "Google Compute" client active. Does complex calculations in the background when idle. If you want to turn it off go to your browser, click on the little double-helix on the Google Toolbar, and click "Stop Computing" |
| X | golumm | services.exe | CoolWebSearch parasite variant. Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup! |
| U | Goldensoft_MndlSvr | MndlSvr.exe | Goldensoft CD Ghost related - turns a computer into a 200X-speed CD-ROM tower. Working from the hard drive, users can simultaneously access as many as 23 virtual CD-ROM drives at a speed of 200X for true multitasking |
| X | GOG | GOG.exe | Added by the PHILIS.B VIRUS! |
| U | GoBack Tray Icon | GBTray.exe | 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 you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| U | GoBack Polling Service | GBPoll.exe | 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 and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| U | GoBack | GBTray.exe | 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 you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| X | Go!Zilla Monster Downloads | Go.exe | Download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware |
| U | GoBack | GBMenu.exe | 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 and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| X | Go!Zilla | gozilla.exe | Download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware |
| ? | gnub | gnub.exe | ?? |
| U | Gnetmous | gnetmous.exe | Genius NetScroll+ mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features |
| Y | Gmouse | Gmouse.exe | Amouse mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features |
| ? | gluon | gluon.exe | In a gluon/bin sub-directory |
| X | GLSetT32 | smsiexec.exe | Added by the OPTIX-D TROJAN! |
| X | GLSetIT32 | msiexec16.exe | Added by the OPTIX PRO TROJAN! |
| X | GLSetIT32 | isass.exe | Added by a variant of the OPTIX PRO TROJAN! |
| Y | Glide | Glidew32.exe | Cirque touchpad driver |
| ? | GisdnLog | gisdnlog.exe | BT Digital Access USB |
| U | Glass2k | Glass2k.exe | "Glass2k is a small little program that allows Win2K/XP users to make any window transparent" |
| X | GinaDll | ntgina.dll | Added by the ANIG.A WORM! |
| Y | GilatFTC | ftc.exe | For Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system |
| Y | Gilat SOM Enumerator | dllhost.exe | For Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system |
| X | GigaByte | Cheatle.exe | Added by the SHODI.B VIRUS! |
| X | gigabit.exe | gigabit.exe | Added by the BEAGLE.U WORM! |
| ? | GhostSurfDelSatellite | DeleteSatellite.exe | SpyCatcher spyware remover related. What does it do and is it required?
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| N | GhostStartTrayApp | GhostStartTrayApp.exe | System Tray access to Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version |
| X | GetTheMusic | rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dll, DllMostrar | MatrixDialer related |
| N | GhostStartService | GhostStartService.exe | Required to run the Windows based wizard in Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version. Will start automatically when you run the wizard |
| N | GetRight Tray Icon | GETRIGHT.EXE | GetRight from Headlight Software - download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. The freeware version is/was spyware. The registered version isn't if you don't install the Aureate/Radiate software. Available via Start -> Programs |
| N | Get Smile | getsmile.exe | Puts smilie faces in your E-mail. Run manually when required |
| Y | Genie USB Monitor | USBmonitor.exe | Port monitor for an external USB hard drive. Required to enable access to the drive |
| X | Generic Services Process | regsvc32.exe | Added by the GAOBOT.SY WORM! |
| X | Generic Host Service | lshost.exe | Added by the RBOT.LU WORM! |
| X | Generic Service Process | regsvc32.exe | Added by the GAOBOT.UJ or GAOBOT.UL WORMS! |
| X | Generic Host Process for Win32 Services | winsvc.exe | Added by the SDBOT-O WORM! |
| X | Generic Host Process for Win32 Services | intspvc.exe | Added by the DINFOR.D WORM! |
| X | Generic Host Process for Win32 Services | ntspcv.exe | Added by the SDBOT.S TROJAN! |
| X | Generic Host Process | SCHOST.EXE | Added by the RBOT-NC WORM!
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| X | Generic host proccess for windows | SVCHOSTS.EXE | Added by an unidentified VIRUS, WORM or TROJAN! |
| X | general ml097e | general.exe | Variant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here |
| X | general lptt01 | general.exe | Variant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here |
| U | Gene USB Monitor | USBMonit.exe | Monitors USB ports for insertion of Sandisk USB flashdrives |
| N | GemStRmW | GemStRmW.exe | For a GemPlus smart card reader. If it doesn't start automatically when you insert the smart card, start it manually |
| N | GEARsec | gearsec.exe | Installed by Apple Quicktime package - iPod/iTunes CDRW support. Can be disabled if you only require Quicktime player |
| X | GEDZAC | GEDZAC.exe | Added by the GEMEL WORM!
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| N | Gearbox | confsvr.exe | NTL's Gearbox software for configuring internet connections with their NTLWorld software - does a similar job to the Internet Connection Wizard which can be used instead using the dial-up details available here |
| N | GDrive | GDriver.exe | 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 -> Device Manager |
| X | GDAX | [path to backdoor] | Added by the RANKY.K TROJAN!
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| ? | GCC Reminder | gccrem.exe | Associated with AcraMax Greeting Card Creator. Is it a registration reminder? |
| N | GCS | GrabClipSave.exe | GrabClipSave screen capture tool |
| U | gcasServ | gcasServ.exe | Giant Antispyware |
| U | gcasDtServ | gcasDtServ.exe | Giant Antispyware |
| U | GBTray | GBTray.exe | 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 you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| U | GazelDisplay | gsyno.exe | BT Digital Access USB - Gazel ISDN installation System Tray icon |
| X | Gay_Sexy_** | Gay_Sexy_**.exe | Premium rate adult content dialler (where * is a random char) |
| X | Gator eWallet | gator.exe | Gator eWallet from The Gator Corporation. Spyware - see here for removal instructions |
| X | Gator | gator.exe | Spyware - see here for removal instructions |
| U | GammaHotKeys | setgamma.exe | Part of the RadeonTweaker program for adjusting ATI Radeon graphics cards. Allows you to adjust the gamma (or brightness) when playing a full-screen game without switching back to the desktop |
| U | gameutil.exe | gameutil.exe | Part of Redline RegTweak as supplied with Sapphire ATI graphics cards. You can configure different overlclocking settings on a per game basis and this sets those conditions following a re-boot |
| N | GameSpot | kontiki.exe | Kontiki Delivery Manager - Windows-based client software that enables secure delivery of content to users' desktops |
| X | Games toolbar | rundll32.exe [path] tbGame.dll, DllShowTB | Topconverting.com180Search "Games Toolbar" adware
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| X | Games Acceleration | svshost.exe | EasySearch adware |
| U | Gainward | TBPanel.exe | Configuration utility for Gainward graphics cards. Not required unless you use non-default settings. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel |
| N | Game Device | JOYUPDRV.EXE | Genius game controller profile activator |
| N | Gadwin PrintScreen | PrintScreen.exe | Gadwin PrintScreen - utility to capture, print or save the current window |
| ? | g3dctl | g3dctl.exe | ?? |
| N | Gadu-Gadu | gg.exe | Polish language Instant Messaging client |
| X | G00123 | [worm filename] | Added by the BUGBROS WORM! |
| X | G00123 | [worm filename] | Added by the BUGBROS WORM! |
| ? | g3dctl | g3dctl.exe | ?? |
| N | Gadu-Gadu | gg.exe | Polish language Instant Messaging client |
| N | Gadwin PrintScreen | PrintScreen.exe | Gadwin PrintScreen - utility to capture, print or save the current window |
| U | Gainward | TBPanel.exe | Configuration utility for Gainward graphics cards. Not required unless you use non-default settings. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel |
| N | Game Device | JOYUPDRV.EXE | Genius game controller profile activator |
| X | Games Acceleration | svshost.exe | EasySearch adware |
| X | Games toolbar | rundll32.exe [path] tbGame.dll, DllShowTB | Topconverting.com180Search "Games Toolbar" adware
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| N | GameSpot | kontiki.exe | Kontiki Delivery Manager - Windows-based client software that enables secure delivery of content to users' desktops |
| U | gameutil.exe | gameutil.exe | Part of Redline RegTweak as supplied with Sapphire ATI graphics cards. You can configure different overlclocking settings on a per game basis and this sets those conditions following a re-boot |
| U | GammaHotKeys | setgamma.exe | Part of the RadeonTweaker program for adjusting ATI Radeon graphics cards. Allows you to adjust the gamma (or brightness) when playing a full-screen game without switching back to the desktop |
| X | Gator | gator.exe | Spyware - see here for removal instructions |
| X | Gator eWallet | gator.exe | Gator eWallet from The Gator Corporation. Spyware - see here for removal instructions |
| X | Gay_Sexy_** | Gay_Sexy_**.exe | Premium rate adult content dialler (where * is a random char) |
| U | GazelDisplay | gsyno.exe | BT Digital Access USB - Gazel ISDN installation System Tray icon |
| U | GBTray | GBTray.exe | 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 you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| U | gcasDtServ | gcasDtServ.exe | Giant Antispyware |
| U | gcasServ | gcasServ.exe | Giant Antispyware |
| ? | GCC Reminder | gccrem.exe | Associated with AcraMax Greeting Card Creator. Is it a registration reminder? |
| N | GCS | GrabClipSave.exe | GrabClipSave screen capture tool |
| X | GDAX | [path to backdoor] | Added by the RANKY.K TROJAN!
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| N | GDrive | GDriver.exe | 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 -> Device Manager |
| N | Gearbox | confsvr.exe | NTL's Gearbox software for configuring internet connections with their NTLWorld software - does a similar job to the Internet Connection Wizard which can be used instead using the dial-up details available here |
| N | GEARsec | gearsec.exe | Installed by Apple Quicktime package - iPod/iTunes CDRW support. Can be disabled if you only require Quicktime player |
| X | GEDZAC | GEDZAC.exe | Added by the GEMEL WORM!
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| N | GemStRmW | GemStRmW.exe | For a GemPlus smart card reader. If it doesn't start automatically when you insert the smart card, start it manually |
| U | Gene USB Monitor | USBMonit.exe | Monitors USB ports for insertion of Sandisk USB flashdrives |
| X | general lptt01 | general.exe | Variant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here |
| X | general ml097e | general.exe | Variant of the RapidBlaster parasite (in a "General" folder in Program Files). It is not recommended you manually uninstall RapidBlaster but use RapidBlaster Killer - see here |
| X | Generic host proccess for windows | SVCHOSTS.EXE | Added by an unidentified VIRUS, WORM or TROJAN! |
| X | Generic Host Process | SCHOST.EXE | Added by the RBOT-NC WORM!
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| X | Generic Host Process for Win32 Services | ntspcv.exe | Added by the SDBOT.S TROJAN! |
| X | Generic Host Process for Win32 Services | intspvc.exe | Added by the DINFOR.D WORM! |
| X | Generic Host Process for Win32 Services | winsvc.exe | Added by the SDBOT-O WORM! |
| X | Generic Host Service | lshost.exe | Added by the RBOT.LU WORM! |
| X | Generic Service Process | regsvc32.exe | Added by the GAOBOT.UJ or GAOBOT.UL WORMS! |
| X | Generic Services Process | regsvc32.exe | Added by the GAOBOT.SY WORM! |
| Y | Genie USB Monitor | USBmonitor.exe | Port monitor for an external USB hard drive. Required to enable access to the drive |
| N | Get Smile | getsmile.exe | Puts smilie faces in your E-mail. Run manually when required |
| N | GetRight Tray Icon | GETRIGHT.EXE | GetRight from Headlight Software - download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. The freeware version is/was spyware. The registered version isn't if you don't install the Aureate/Radiate software. Available via Start -> Programs |
| X | GetTheMusic | rundll32.exe MSA64CHK.dll, DllMostrar | MatrixDialer related |
| N | GhostStartService | GhostStartService.exe | Required to run the Windows based wizard in Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version. Will start automatically when you run the wizard |
| N | GhostStartTrayApp | GhostStartTrayApp.exe | System Tray access to Norton Ghost - added from the 2003 version |
| ? | GhostSurfDelSatellite | DeleteSatellite.exe | SpyCatcher spyware remover related. What does it do and is it required?
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| X | gigabit.exe | gigabit.exe | Added by the BEAGLE.U WORM! |
| X | GigaByte | Cheatle.exe | Added by the SHODI.B VIRUS! |
| Y | Gilat SOM Enumerator | dllhost.exe | For Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system |
| Y | GilatFTC | ftc.exe | For Gilat Communications internet satellite systems - associated with SkyBlaster modem. Required if you have this system |
| X | GinaDll | ntgina.dll | Added by the ANIG.A WORM! |
| ? | GisdnLog | gisdnlog.exe | BT Digital Access USB |
| U | Glass2k | Glass2k.exe | "Glass2k is a small little program that allows Win2K/XP users to make any window transparent" |
| Y | Glide | Glidew32.exe | Cirque touchpad driver |
| X | GLSetIT32 | msiexec16.exe | Added by the OPTIX PRO TROJAN! |
| X | GLSetIT32 | isass.exe | Added by a variant of the OPTIX PRO TROJAN! |
| X | GLSetT32 | smsiexec.exe | Added by the OPTIX-D TROJAN! |
| ? | gluon | gluon.exe | In a gluon/bin sub-directory |
| Y | Gmouse | Gmouse.exe | Amouse mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features |
| U | Gnetmous | gnetmous.exe | Genius NetScroll+ mouse driver - required if you use non-standard Windows driver features |
| ? | gnub | gnub.exe | ?? |
| X | Go!Zilla | gozilla.exe | Download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware |
| X | Go!Zilla Monster Downloads | Go.exe | Download manager for resuming downloads and choosing multiple download locations. Advertising spyware |
| U | GoBack | GBMenu.exe | 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 and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| U | GoBack | GBTray.exe | 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 you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| U | GoBack Polling Service | GBPoll.exe | 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 and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| U | GoBack Tray Icon | GBTray.exe | 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 you install a new program and your system goes faulty - performing the same functions with extra features as System Restore on WinMe/XP systems. Disable before running Scandisk or Defrag. Not required for WinMe/XP users, recommended for Win9x/NT/2K users |
| X | GOG | GOG.exe | Added by the PHILIS.B VIRUS! |
| U | Goldensoft_MndlSvr | MndlSvr.exe | Goldensoft CD Ghost related - turns a computer into a 200X-speed CD-ROM tower. Working from the hard drive, users can simultaneously access as many as 23 virtual CD-ROM drives at a speed of 200X for true multitasking |
| X | golumm | services.exe | CoolWebSearch parasite variant. Note - this is not the legitimate services.exe process, which should not appear in Msconfig/Startup! |
| N | GoogleDCClient | GoogleDCC.exe | Google Compute Client - only present if you installed the Google Toolbar with "Google Compute" client active. Does complex calculations in the background when idle. If you want to turn it off go to your browser, click on the little double-helix on the Google Toolbar, and click "Stop Computing" |
| U | GoToMyPC | g2svc.exe | ExpertCity GoToMyPc logon - web-based remote-access solution that allows individuals and companies to register their computers online and then securely access those computers from any web browser |
| X | gouday.exe | readme.exe | Added by the BEAGLE.C WORM! |
| N | GRA | gra.exe | 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 link to a startup configuration utility. Similar to msconfig but can keep a list of disabled apps. Not really necessary. Only appears if you load the Gateway Startup Utility |
| ? | gramdate | 2Stop.exe | ?? |
| U | Gravis Appawareloader | dbserver.exe | Looks like it's associated with Gravis game controllers and the Keyset Manager, allowing the user to program the buttons for games that don't support them |
| U | Gravis Xperience Driver Support | Grxp4exe.exe | Driver for Gravis game controllers such as the Eliminator Aftershock. Must be loaded if you run the supplied application software for the controller to be recognized. Start it manually via a shortcut if not used |
| ? | 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 on demand? |
| N | Greetings Workshop | GWREMIND.EXE | You really want to be reminded about somebody's birthday at the expense of resources? |
| X | gremier | wscript.exe gpremier.vbs | Added by the GPREMIER WORM! |
| X | Gremlin | intrenat.exe | Added by the DOOMJUICE WORM! |
| N | Grokster | Grokster.exe | Grokster Peer-To-Peer File Sharing program |
| N | GrpConv | grpconv.exe | 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 translation of groups and group items to folders and links unless you need to access Win 3.1 Group files |
| ? | Gscbc | Gscbc.exe | ?? |
| X | gshp | zzgshp.vbs | Homepage hi-jacker |
| N | Gsiconexe | Gsicon.exe | ADSL modem monitor from Eicon Networks (as used by BT for its Broadband internet service for example). Can safely be disabled without affecting the connection - all this does is give an indication of connectivity and access to the diagnostic facilities |
| N | GSOrganizer | GSOrganizer.exe | GoldenSection Organizer - personal information manager |
| X | gssomatic | gssomatic.exe | Searchcentrix hijacker |
| X | GStartup | GMT.exe | Gator spyware variant. See Gator |
| N | Gtwatch | gtwatch.exe | Associated with a Mustec scanner and not required |
| N | Guardian | CMGrdian.exe | McAfee's QuickClean, an offline version of the one in their online Clinic. Normally run offline and not needed. Incidentally, incorporates more cleanup programs than the likes of WinOptimizer and System Mechanic |
| X | GustavVED | [filename].exe | Added by the OPASERV.H WORM! |
| X | gvagfxj | rundll32 ...gvagfxj.dll | Unidentified adware, spyware or virus |
| Y | gw port controller | PORTCT95.EXE | From a visitor - "I must keep it active in start up or my Lexmark printer and RCA Cam program cannot discover a working port to work". From the file properties, the file is known as "Smart Thru Fax Drive Spy" and is supplied by Samsung |
| N | GWInkMonitor | GWInkMonitor.exe | Gateway ink monitor - makes an annoying popup that says your printer may be running out of ink, do you want to buy some! |
| N | GWMDMMSG | GWMDMMSG.exe | 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 |
| U | GWMDMpi | GWMDMpi.exe | 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 run. See here for more information |
| U | gwum | gwum.exe | Gigabyte utility manager. Loads if you have a Gigabyte motherboard and got a full bundle of utilities installed. Monitors CPU, fans, BIOS etc. Only used by system "tweakers" |
| ? | gyy | gyy.exe | Possibly Gator (and therefore spyware) related? |