service called LWVPWVMYM.exe?

[smilla]

I found a service called LWVPWVMYM.exe

When I clicked on properties it displayed a path to

C:\Documents and Settings\username\Local Settings\Temp\LWVPWVMYM.exe

I didn't see that file in that location. I scanned my computer with an antivirus yesterday and no infection. I don't know when this file appeared.

Anyone know what this might be?

[JRViejo]

smilla, first, welcome to Wilders! The Local Settings file is usually hidden from view and the only way to see it is via the Tools > Folder Options > View tab and selecting Show hidden files and folders.

While that .exe does not turn up in any searches, I would advise you to run both Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware (http://www.malwarebytes.org/mbam.php) trial version and SUPERAntiSpyware (http://www.superantispyware.com/index.html) Free Edition for another opinion. Sometimes AVs do not pickup malware and these 2 are excellent at their jobs. Let us know if you find anything.

[smilla]

Hi JRViejo, thanks for the welcome!

I had made sure that hidden files were displayed, didn't see said file in folder.

I ran another virus scan. Ran both programs you recommended and only found tracking cookies. The service is still there after a restart. Even though nothing has turned up I'm wondering how it got there in the first place. Didn't find anything about it in google either. Weird, huh.

[JRViejo]

smilla, yes, it's weird, but at the very least, you ran 2 of the best AS programs out there and didn't find anything. I would let the service be until you find more info on it.

Keep MBAM & SAS updated (they both update several times a day on average) and run them once a week to see if anything turns up. Otherwise, rest easy... for now. ;) Take care.