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ftlnsop.exe and Event MFC Application

By Cancel Spyware at 5 February, 2012, 9:40 pm

File Name: ftlnsop.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: ftlnsop
Associated Process: Event MFC Application
Status: Possible AdWare

We’re not sure yet if ftlnsop.exe and Event MFC Application are a virus, spyware, or a different kind of malware.
Has ftlnsop.exe been found or your hard drive? If you know what this file does, please post a comment with what you know.

If you use the internet, there is always a chance that malware or spyware could be on your hard drive without you knowing it.

Scanning your hard drive for free is the best way to avoid major problems in the future.

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nntray.exe Process Info

By Cancel Spyware at 5 February, 2012, 11:15 am

File Name: nntray.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: nntray
Associated Process: Net Nanny Tray Icon
Status: Not Spyware

nntray.exe has been determined to be an essential process, and should not be disabled or deleted.

Spyware and adware can infect your computer very easily, even if you only surf the internet. The fact that this file is not malware doesn’t mean your computer is not infected.

The best way to avoid problems with spyware and other types of spyware is to scan your computer for free and get rid of all the unimportant files right now.

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sachostw.exe and Trojan.W32.Looksky

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 10:45 pm

File Name: sachostw.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: sachostw
Associated Process: Trojan.W32.Looksky
Status: Confirmed AdWare

sachostw.exe is probably malware or viruses.
Backup your PC and delete this file, or perform a free scan of your PC to be certain.

Trojan.W32.Looksky is a type of malware, and sachostw is linked to it.
Before making any changes to your PC, you should backup your files, or create a Windows system restore point, so you don’t lose any important data.

A good way to ensure that you only remove bad files is to use Computer Associates’s free scan of your PC.

Since sachostw.exe is running on your PC, there’s probably more malware or viruses you haven’t discovered.
You can avoid future problems with malware and viruses by using this free PC scanning tool.

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m-triplauncher.exe Properties and Information

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 8:39 pm

File Name: m-triplauncher.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: m-triplauncher
Associated Process: Olympus m:Trip
Status: Not Spyware

m-triplauncher.exe has been determined to be a legitimate process, and should not be disabled or deleted.

Even though this file is safe, viruses and other evil programs can live in your PC, completely undetected.

The best way to avoid problems with adware and other types of adware is to scan your PC for free and get rid of all the spyware files right now.

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notifyalert.exe Process Info

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 8:04 pm

File Name: notifyalert.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: notifyalert
Associated Process: Dell Notifier
Status: Not Spyware

notifyalert.exe is known to be part of a process called Dell Notifier, and these have been confirmed as safe.

Even so, you may have a virus, or some other type of malware on your computer, and be completely unaware.

Using this free computer scanning toolis a good way to avoid any future problems with spyware and adware.

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Is nvappbar.exe Spyware or a Virus?

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 7:12 pm

File Name: nvappbar.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: nvappbar
Associated Process: NVIDIA nView Toolbar, Version 66.93
Status: Not AdWare

nvappbar.exe is associated with NVIDIA nView Toolbar, Version 66.93, and is not known to be harmful to your system.

Even though this file is safe, viruses and other evil programs can live in your system, completely undetected.

The best way to avoid problems with adware and other types of adware is to scan your system for free and get rid of all the unimportant files right now.

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What is tmksrvi.exe?

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 3:02 pm

File Name: tmksrvi.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: tmksrvi
Associated Process: The Trojan horse TR/Tmks.2
Status: Confirmed AdWare

tmksrvi.exe is known to be a type of adware.
It’s possible that your PC’s security is being compromised by this program. It’s very important that you scan your PC quickly to avoid any further damage.

tmksrvi has been linked to the malware The Trojan horse TR/Tmks.2, and should be cleaned as soon as possible.
Malware and adware often masquerade as legitimate files, so backing up your PC before removing files is a very good idea.

A good way to ensure that you only remove harmful files is to use Computer Associates’s free scan of your PC.

With tmksrvi.exe already on your PC, you’ll probably discover more adware if you do a good search.
Get a free scan of your PC.

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Is backupserver.exe Spyware or a Virus?

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 3:01 pm

File Name: backupserver.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: backupserver
Associated Process: Backup Server Plugin
Status: Possible Malware

backupserver.exe, and it’s process, Backup Server Plugin, have not been tested thoroughly enough yet to state definitely if they are harmful or not.
If you are familiar with this file or process, please post a comment with your experience with backupserver.exe.

Viruses and spyware and other evil programs can live in your computer, completely undetected.

Scanning your computer for free is the best way to avoid major problems in the future.

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What Is nsctop.exe? — nsctop Process Info

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 2:28 pm

File Name: nsctop.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: nsctop
Associated Process: Symantec System Center Discovery Service
Status: Not AdWare

nsctop.exe is not spyware or a virus. This file, and Symantec System Center Discovery Service are known to be non-harmful files.

Even so, you may have a virus, or other form of spyware on your PC, and be completely unaware.

You can avoid future problems with viruses and adware by using this free PC scanning tool.

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What Is autotkit.exe? — autotkit Process Info

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 2:18 pm

File Name: autotkit.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: autotkit
Associated Process: HP Helper Process
Status: Not AdWare

autotkit.exe is not spyware or a virus. This file, and HP Helper Process are known to be essential files.

Spyware and adware sometimes use the same filename as essential files, so it is a good idea to scan your system to be sure.

You can avoid future problems with spyware and adware by using this free system scanning tool.

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alertservice.exe Properties and Information

By Cancel Spyware at 4 February, 2012, 2:06 pm

File Name: alertservice.exe
File Type: EXE File
Also Known As: alertservice
Associated Process: Intel® Alert Service
Status: Possible Virus

alertservice.exe, and it’s process, Intel® Alert Service, have not been tested thoroughly enough yet to state definitely if they are harmful or not.
If you are familiar with this file or process, please post a comment with your experience with alertservice.exe.

Adware and malware and other evil programs can live in your computer, completely undetected.

You can avoid future problems with adware and malware by using this free computer scanning tool.

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