Adware.MediaInstaller.G
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| Popularity Rank: | 11,320 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 2,348 |
| First Seen: | April 27, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | July 6, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.MediaInstaller.G on your system indicates that your computer has been compromised by a potentially unwanted program. This type of threat is designed to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, and potentially install additional malware. It is essential to take immediate action to remove Adware.MediaInstaller.G and prevent further damage to your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.MediaInstaller.G?
Adware.MediaInstaller.G is a type of adware program that is designed to display unwanted advertisements on infected computers. Adware programs like Adware.MediaInstaller.G can be installed on a system through various means, including bundled software downloads, infected email attachments, or exploited vulnerabilities. Once installed, adware programs can collect user data, display pop-up ads, and potentially install additional malware.
How Adware.MediaInstaller.G Operates
Adware.MediaInstaller.G operates by installing itself on a system and then connecting to a remote server to download and display advertisements. The adware program can also collect user data, such as browsing history and search queries, and transmit it to the remote server. In some cases, Adware.MediaInstaller.G may also install additional malware or potentially unwanted programs on the infected system.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with Adware.MediaInstaller.G may exhibit several symptoms, including an increase in pop-up ads, slow system performance, and unexpected crashes. Users may also notice that their browser homepage or search engine has been changed without their consent. In some cases, Adware.MediaInstaller.G may also cause system instability or prevent certain programs from running properly.
- Increased pop-up ads and unwanted advertisements
- Slow system performance and unexpected crashes
- Changed browser homepage or search engine
- System instability or program crashes
How to Remove Adware.MediaInstaller.G
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Adware.MediaInstaller.G from loading
- Run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove Adware.MediaInstaller.G and any related malware
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to Adware.MediaInstaller.G
- Reset your browser settings, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default values
- Reboot your system and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that Adware.MediaInstaller.G has been completely removed
Conclusion
Removing Adware.MediaInstaller.G from your system requires careful attention to detail and a comprehensive approach. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is free from Adware.MediaInstaller.G and any related malware. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive steps to protect your system from future infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using reputable anti-malware tools, and avoiding suspicious downloads and email attachments.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.MediaInstaller.G |
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| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
c3d33f41208b0639da2fbcae0e307f6d
SHA1:
b800a1541ac11065cdef4ad8f1ba7caf49aee540
SHA256:
B4669816B6361B04382B95A3F3B27F44E87C3A5A2B2D710F3991E1B8CE6B641D
File Size:
2.35 MB, 2345263 bytes
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MD5:
3260f0ab0ce7571b7936518e15ef7395
SHA1:
137f7bccba57457fb312d22969c2b67642680d2a
SHA256:
34DA9EEA38BED35554EF4569B6EBB66467F837ACAF599C9EB0F5CAA930C5312E
File Size:
2.62 MB, 2623822 bytes
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MD5:
ecadd5eb1a068e2265d6e467528beab4
SHA1:
e648d42f30c0dfc947a43f42980a5db25c0680cd
SHA256:
2F724CC376AF945CF3BBB15C801BCE3E34CEB23338339708416616D98E02D450
File Size:
2.16 MB, 2162077 bytes
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MD5:
a527d765903391c546e7b88705cb0ebd
SHA1:
a48fe969fe4a0a7ac45b58bcec79a527732df011
SHA256:
7B52B0614DB90DFBEE465A6D8C4A94C6CE5AE02BB6AAFD5B63CA34524AE75970
File Size:
2.34 MB, 2341533 bytes
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MD5:
daeb2b5252f1cad7f953bf67e9fa7a0e
SHA1:
35527d671c6654aff7a474286494c763d91a3cc5
SHA256:
FB6E9458D72AE021BFDCF71BE744F8983BF8230B2C846A1A8AA6BD34288F0E8F
File Size:
3.93 MB, 3933559 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Icons
File Icons
This section displays icon resources found within family samples. Malware often replicates icons commonly associated with legitimate software to mislead users into believing the malware is safe.
File Traits
- No Version Info
- Py-installer
- x64
- zlib (In Overlay)
- zlib overlay
Block Information
Block Information
During analysis, EnigmaSoft breaks file samples into logical blocks for classification and comparison with other samples. Blocks can be used to generate malware detection rules and to group file samples into families based on shared source code, functionality and other distinguishing attributes and characteristics. This section lists a summary of this block data, as well as its classification by EnigmaSoft. A visual representation of the block data is also displayed, where available.| Total Blocks: | 815 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 813 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Windows API Usage
Windows API Usage
This section lists Windows API calls that are used by the samples in this family. Windows API usage analysis is a valuable tool that can help identify malicious activity, such as keylogging, security privilege escalation, data encryption, data exfiltration, interference with antivirus software, and network request manipulation.| Category | API |
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| Syscall Use |
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