What is w8edc4.exe and winyxci.exe in the Task Manager processes
I see these two exe files in my XP Task Manager process, but Google and Bing cannot find any info on them. I guess they are some kind of virus, but am not sure.
Sometimes, when a malware gets on your system, it will take on a name composed of a few letters and random numbers.
If you can't find them in a search on the Internet and the suspicious look (like those that do) file names, your system probably now has or has had a malware infection.
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This problem may occur if a Windows system file is missing or damaged.
Method 1: Run the SFC (System File checker) Scan. To do this, follow the steps below
With the installation of Windows XP in the drive disc
un) Click Start, click principally made programs, click Accessories, and click command prompt of
(b) type the following command and press ENTER:
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in the Task Manager, processes is called xxfirefox.exe is - this legitimate?
Upgrade to Firefox 9, when I look in the Task Manager, the name is XXFIREFOX.exe. Firefox has been hijacked or is the new name for the v4?
The main Firefox process is always named firefox.exe in Windows 32-bit operating systems.
I would be very suspicious of a process named XXFIREFOX.exe. My advice is to run a full scan with your anti-virus software, and who does not find a problem if doing a "search > for files and folders" for this executable.
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After killing the power I can restart which can sometimes. Once the computer is in place, it works OK.
I don't know if I can do a repair of win7 or not?Thanks in advance for your suggestions. CIE
Did you take the computer back to the retailer under your warranty?
Windows Update has nothing to do with the upgrade of Windows. Please post future questions about the upgrade in this forum: http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/w7install/threads ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft
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HelloYour computer is probably infected by malicious software. Try following the steps in this virus/malware removal guide: http://www.selectrealsecurity.com/malware-removal-guide/It provides simple instructions on how to remove malware from a computer. If you have any questions, just ask. I hope this helps you.Brian -
Infected computer - unable to end csrss.exe and winlogon.exe in the Task Manager
original title: Trojan horses and worms: _
in my pc win 7 when I run the task mngr I see to the process without all the properties and descriptions and I cannot put an end to these processes, how do I know that they are infected, the processes are 1: csrss.exe 2:winlogon.exe
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Those who are part of Windows and should be in the process. Normally they are not a problem unless you
have an infection that affects them.=======================
If you need search malware here's my recommendations - they will allow you to
scrutiny and the withdrawal without ending up with a load of spyware programs running
resident who can cause as many questions as the malware and may be more difficult to detect as the
cause.No one program cannot be used to detect and remove any malware. Added that often easy
to detect malicious software often comes with a much harder to detect and remove the payload. Then
its best to be thorough than paying the high price later now too. Check with them to one
extreme overkill point and then run the cleaning only when you are sure that the system is clean.It can be made repeatedly in Mode safe - F8 tap that you start, however, you must also run
the regular windows when you can.Download malwarebytes and scan with it, run MRT and add Prevx to be sure that he is gone.
(If Rootkits run UnHackMe)Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN
Malwarebytes - free
http://www.Malwarebytes.org/Run the malware removal tool from Microsoft
Start - type in the search box-> find MRT top - right on - click RUN AS ADMIN.
You should get this tool and its updates via Windows updates - if necessary, you can
Download it here.Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN
(Then run MRT as shown above.)Microsoft Malicious - 32-bit removal tool
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=AD724AE0-E72D-4F54-9AB3-75B8EB148356&displaylang=enMicrosoft Malicious removal tool - 64 bit
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=585D2BDE-367F-495e-94E7-6349F4EFFC74&displaylang=enalso install Prevx to be sure that it is all gone.
Download - SAVE - go to where you put it-right on - click RUN AS ADMIN
Prevx - Home - free - small, fast, exceptional CLOUD protection, working with others
security programs. It is a single scanner, VERY EFFICIENT, if it finds something to come back
here or use Google to see how to remove.
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If necessary here are some free online scanners to help the
http://www.eset.com/onlinescan/
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Other tests free online
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After the removal of malicious programs:
Also follow these steps for the General corruption of cleaning and repair/replace damaged/missing
system files.Start - type this in the search box-> find COMMAND at the top and RIGHT CLICK – RUN AS ADMIN
Enter this at the command prompt - sfc/scannow
How to fix the system files of Windows 7 with the System File Checker
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/1538-SFC-SCANNOW-Command-System-File-Checker.htmlHow to analyze the log file entries that the Microsoft Windows Resource Checker (SFC.exe) program
generates in Windows Vista cbs.log
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/928228Also run CheckDisk, so we cannot exclude as much as possible of the corruption.
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If we find Rootkits use this thread and other suggestions. (Run UnHackMe)
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If necessary AFTER THAT you are sure that the machine is clean of any malware.
How to do a repair installation to repair Windows 7
http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/3413-repair-install.htmlI hope this helps.
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usually in the earlier version as 28, so I end the process "firefox.exe" task manager and run back the firefox, it will restore the tabs normally I opened (websites that I had until I stop the firefox.exe)
But now that more recent versions, not give me this feature, restore session screen becomes white and I drop my open sessions.
I have to use the history to restore the sessions that I lost,Please can someone take a look at this problem, it would be an interesting option to stop the firefox.exe in the Manager of tasks and able to restore all the sessions again
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regardingUnfortunately the image have no download, but there are built in the back of the inverter session. If these do not work correctly, we are happy to investigate.
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Looking at my task manager to see how it goes, I noticed that "chrome.exe * 32" is cited 9 times. Is this ok?
It is certainly true for IE is probably for Chrome.
More generally one or two process entries that you have [or have recently] tabs open in your browser. For example, I have three tabs open and recently closed two others - I have listed seven process for IE.
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Svchost.exe in the Task Manager
Why svchost.exe in the Manager of tasks to the percentage high then low then high again?
Hi dano92,
Refer to the Microsoft article below to learn more about the svchost.exe in Windows XP.
A description of Svchost.exe in Windows XP Professional
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Hello
- All changes made on your computer prior to this question?
- You have an antivirus installed on your computer?
To perform a clean boot on a computer that is running Windows Vista, follow these steps.
1. click on start, type msconfig in the search box and press ENTER.
If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click on continue.
2. in the general tab, click Selective startup.
3. under Selective startup, clear the check box load startup items.
4. click on the Services tab, select the hide all Microsoft Services check box, and then click Disable all.
5. click on OK.
6. When you are prompted, click on restart.
7. after starting the computer, reinstall and run the program and see if the problem is resolved.
Check if you have the same problem... If your issue is resolved, follow the how to determine what is causing the problem section in KB article to narrow down the exact source.
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/331796
To restore your computer to a Normal startup mode, follow these steps.
1. click on start in the box start the search.
2. type msconfig and press ENTER.
If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click on continue.
3. click on the general tab.
4. click on Normal Startup - load all device drivers and services and then click OK.
5. When you are prompted, click on restart to restart the computer.
Also try running a Virus scan using a live care online utility.
http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm
http://www.Microsoft.com/Security_Essentials/
Follow the steps mentioned in the link below
How to get rid of malware.
Let us know if this helps
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I am using MS Vista Home Premium Version 6.0.6002 Build 6002 SP2 on a fairly old Toshiba Satellite L350
More than one process is normal for the current Firefox. http://www.gHacks.NET/2016/07/22/multi-process-Firefox/
Firefox multiprocess is the code name "e10s. https://wiki.Mozilla.org/Firefox/multiprocess
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two sometimes three iexplorer.exe. Open the process in the Task Manager
original title: iexplorer.exe.
everytime I open a sometimes three iexplorer.exe two Web site. Open in the Task Manager process is this normal or is one of them not supposed to run?
Hi danielgirard,
1. did you of recent changes on the computer?
2. do you have a security software on the computer?
3. it happens with any site that you open it?
Method 1
Every new Internet Explorer window that you open will create a new entry iexplorer.exe in the Task Manager.
I suggest that you scan the computer for malware or virus infections and check if it helps.
http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx
You can also use Microsoft Security databases to scan your computer
http://www.Microsoft.com/security/PC-security/MSE.aspx
Method 2
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To help resolve the error and other messages, you can start Windows XP by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This type of boot is known as a "clean boot". A clean boot helps eliminate software conflicts.
See the link below to learn more about how to clean boot.
How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" State
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310353
Reset the computer to start as usual
When you are finished troubleshooting, follow these steps to reset the computer to start as usual:
(a) click Start, type msconfig in the search box and press ENTER.
(b) If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, type your password or click on continue.
(c) under the general tab, click the Normal startup option, and then click OK.
(d) when you are prompted to restart the computer, click on restart.
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