Rundll32 attemps to execute random files

[Oldster]

My defender software tells me that at somewhat random times rundll32.dll
attemps to "start/execute" random .exe or .dll files from anywhere on my
system. As far as I can tell I do NOT have a virus and the only odd thing
which seems to appear on the task list is "dllhost". Anyone have any idea
what this is about??

 

[Andy]

My defender software tells me that at somewhat random times
rundll32.dll
attemps to "start/execute" random .exe or .dll files from anywhere on
my system. As far as I can tell I do NOT have a virus and the only odd
thing which seems to appear on the task list is "dllhost". Anyone have
any idea what this is about??

Shut down Java for a few minutes? See if it makes any difference?

I'm only guessing.

Andy

 

[Oldster]

Shut down Java for a few minutes? See if it makes any difference?

I'm only guessing.

Andy

Nope. Doesn't seem to be anything to do with Java. I've tried shutting down
various services, but no joy so far. I still get messages from Comodo
Defense saying that rundll32 is attempting to run various files from time to
time.

 

[Andy]

Nope. Doesn't seem to be anything to do with Java. I've tried shutting
down various services, but no joy so far. I still get messages from
Comodo Defense saying that rundll32 is attempting to run various files
from time to time.

Jonathan,

I'm by NO means a PC medic but, have you examined your startup programs?

Two free software "packages"...

Spybot Search & Destroy
Spywareblaster

Spybot Search & Destroy is a "package" in that it's a spyware app AND a
background "TeaTimer" app to flag apps trying to change the system
registry.

Spywareblaster is also a backgrounder that shuts down threatening activeX
scripts.

Both are easily and actively updated from within their applications, to
stay ahead of the bad guys. Highly recommended.

I've been running both for years with complete assurance.

Andy

 

[Andy]

I would add (oops), Spybot Search & Destroy is a very powerful tool. Don't go
through all the tools without knowing what you're doing. Use the "Startup"
tool to check what's booting up and toggle them off if they look suspect.

My simple strategy is:

Check for Updates
Immunize
Then, Search and Destroy!

Usually a 15 minute exam.

Andy