conhost.exe - svchost | Windows Startup Programs

Program Name Filename Tested Status
svchost conhost.exe No X
Description
Added by variants of the BACKDOOR-EXI.GEN.E TROJAN! See examples here and here. Note - this is not the legitimate Microsoft Windows 7 process with the same filename which is used to host the cmd.exe console window and is located in %System%. This one is located in %AppData%\Microsoft
How can I fix it?
Key What does it mean?
Y This program is safe to run, no problems reported.
N Not required or not recommended - typically infrequently used tasks that can be started manually if necessary.
U User's choice - depends whether a user deems it necessary.
X Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs".
? Unknown.
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