How to identify auto start software on a client device

Question

Is it possible to query or generate a report that identifies all auto start software programs on a client device?

Answer 1

Hello Quino

You can use PowerShell to query startup programs using the Get-WmiObject cmdlet to retrieve information from the Win32_StartupCommand class.

1. Open PowerShell: Press Win + X and select "Windows PowerShell (Admin)" to open PowerShell with administrative privileges.
2. Run PowerShell Command: Use the following PowerShell command to list startup programs:

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        Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_StartupCommand | Select-Object Name, Command, Location
        
   

   This command retrieves the names, commands, and locations of all startup programs configured on the system.
3. Open Command Prompt or PowerShell: Press Win + R, type cmd (or powershell), and press Enter to open Command Prompt or PowerShell.
4. Run System Configuration (msconfig): Type the following command and press Enter:

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        msconfig
        
   

   This opens the System Configuration utility.
5. Navigate to Startup Tab: In the System Configuration utility, click on the "Startup" tab. This tab lists startup items and their status (enabled/disabled).

Answer 2

Yes, since ConfigMgr inventories this. you can create your own report on the details.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/configmgr/develop/core/understand/sqlviews/hardware-inventory-views-configuration-manager