regedit.exe - regedit | Windows Startup Programs

Program Name Filename Tested Status
regedit regedit.exe No X
Description
Added by the GANBATE.A WORM! Note that the legitimate Windows registry editor (regedit.exe) is located %Windir% and will not figure in Msconfig/Startup! This one is located in %Windir%\security\Database
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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