topic Re:Undocumented folder/file in programdata\intel (AGSRunner.bin) in Mobile and Desktop Processors

Undocumented folder/file in programdata\intel (AGSRunner.bin)

Ed8 — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 04:56:44 GMT

I have a folder on a computer running Windows 10, C:\programdata\intel\AGS, that I can't find any documentation about. Glassware alerted me to an unsigned program making an outgoing connection, identified as AGSRunner.bin, located at C:\programdata\intel\AGS\libs\AGSRunner.bin. I've been Googling but I can't find anything on the folder, the acronym, the program, or anything.

Re: Undocumented folder/file in programdata\intel (AGSRunner.bin)

n_scott_pearson — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:26:01 GMT

Hhmmm, that's not something from Intel, AFAIK. Hits on internet talk about this as being a trojan that is attacking systems still running Windows 7. I would delete the AGS folder completely and then run a reputable antivirus tool. Don't rely on MS'; it isn't getting any updates.

Hope this helps,

...S

Re: Undocumented folder/file in programdata\intel (AGSRunner.bin)

Ed8 — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 06:33:16 GMT

It's very weird that it isn't signed because it attempts to connect to the same e11.dsca.akamaiedge.net host as the signed Intel(R) Graphics Control Panel (gfxdownloadwrapper.exe). The creation of the folder also syncs up with several Intel driver updates on my Windows update driver history. I'm not sure how to drill deeper into what exactly each update did. Would MS push unsigned software like this? I've disconnected the computer from the LAN while I look for answers. If anyone knows anything further I'd be hugely appreciative.

Re:Undocumented folder/file in programdata\intel (AGSRunner.bin)

Maria_R_Intel — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 02:47:17 GMT

Hello Ed8,

Thank you for posting on the Intel* Community.

To better assist you, can you please provide the below report?

Intel® System Support Utility (Intel® SSU)

Download the Intel SSU https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/25293/Intel-System-Support-Utility-for-Windows-
Open the application and select "Everything" click on "Scan" to see the system and device information. By default, Intel® SSU will take you to the "Summary View".
Click on the menu where it says "Summary" to change to "Detailed View".
To save your scan, click on "Next", then "Save".

Best regards,

Maria R.

Intel Customer Support Technician

Re: Re:Undocumented folder/file in programdata\intel (AGSRunner.bin)

Ed8 — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 04:10:41 GMT

Thank you for coming to help, Maria, but there is no longer need, or anything to scan; I've gone ahead and replaced Windows 10 on the system with Linux.

Re:Undocumented folder/file in programdata\intel (AGSRunner.bin)

Maria_R_Intel — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 15:07:08 GMT

Hello Ed8,

Thank you for let us know. Since no more assistance is needed, I will proceed to close this thread. If you need any additional information, please submit a new question as this thread will no longer be monitored.

Best regards,

Maria R.

Intel Customer Support Technician