Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 23,478 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 451 |
| First Seen: | May 17, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | July 3, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA on your system indicates the presence of unwanted software that could be compromising your computer's security and performance. This report aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the threat, its operational methods, symptoms of infection, and most importantly, steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA?
Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA is identified as a form of adware, which is a type of malware designed to display unwanted advertisements on your computer, often in the form of pop-ups, banners, or sponsored content within websites. The primary goal of adware is to generate revenue for its creators by forcing users to view advertisements, some of which might be malicious or lead to further infections. The name itself does not specify a known malware family but indicates its adware nature.
How Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA Operates
Adware like Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA typically operates by infiltrating a system through various means, such as bundled software installations, deceptive downloads, or exploits in software vulnerabilities. Once installed, it can monitor browsing habits, collect user data, and use this information to display targeted advertisements. It may also modify browser settings or install additional software without user consent, further compromising system security and performance.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of an Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA infection can vary but commonly include an increase in unwanted advertisements, unexpected changes in browser settings or homepage, slow system performance, and potentially, the installation of additional unwanted software. Users might also experience redirects to suspicious websites, frequent pop-ups, or an overall decrease in internet browsing speed.
- Increased appearance of pop-ups, banners, and other forms of advertisements.
- Changes in browser settings without user intervention.
- Slowdown in system and internet browsing performance.
- Possible redirects to unwanted or suspicious websites.
How to Remove Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA
Removing Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA requires a systematic approach to ensure all components of the adware are eliminated from the system. The following steps are recommended:
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the adware from loading and to gain better control over the system.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all traces of the adware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the adware was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs you are certain are not needed.
- Reset your web browsers (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any changes made by the adware, such as altered homepages or search engines.
- Reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure all remnants of the adware have been removed.
Conclusion
The removal of Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA from your system is crucial to restoring your computer's security, performance, and overall user experience. By understanding how adware operates and following the steps outlined in this report, you can effectively eliminate the threat and protect your system from similar infections in the future. Regularly updating your software, being cautious with downloads, and using reputable security software are key practices in preventing adware and other forms of malware from infecting your system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.OpenSUpdater.BCA |
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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:
e17d3289a4341ead68dbe8c06f961c18
SHA1:
548b6d2be6f3c12ea78d512d437bb889516353da
File Size:
4.99 MB, 4990208 bytes
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MD5:
37a185dbdcc939f83f07d6a663980193
SHA1:
eb6f68074ca9ec63e67b2d68faf4a3b9c6b0405b
SHA256:
2FEB8E2F6230469034F26552036E83E9C9FCDFAC208CF11975816C34DBD864CC
File Size:
4.91 MB, 4907264 bytes
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MD5:
e94f309414b4c55bdfb660dcad1c1b1c
SHA1:
7ea55c97d77c80cc8948d566a093e27def285aa5
SHA256:
C34BBEA371A81A258622A6C63FB0258C857AA31D77EFBB946E8B10E60E87610F
File Size:
4.83 MB, 4830464 bytes
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MD5:
c5d5b3d86a64decaaf410fe405c0b7d7
SHA1:
da40b520cb314ca0b1ebb8e7d538557e2f2efafa
SHA256:
BCE1828F3D3AA5B7C82A9B0AD9E51C2F188105CFD1EB096CE40349D0A28FAAD6
File Size:
4.83 MB, 4826880 bytes
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MD5:
e737552a6d6275a5643236b1409a9c6a
SHA1:
53dbf1c30b40b555bc5c3629205df52081e152eb
SHA256:
39115CE6F96C8CC89FA2FA615D0924F143919C954291D9A95A0D51602DD15CB9
File Size:
4.87 MB, 4868352 bytes
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MD5:
ec370cbb39844c4b5c82d052701a4621
SHA1:
094cb15cd2a773dd624d3deaaacf624f079a3f6f
SHA256:
86916D8C840AA306DF28BECA57AECEC4AA8EC5D057ADEFFC2818BA7625C3B1AA
File Size:
4.88 MB, 4875008 bytes
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MD5:
28c587ae2014c4f5299f4c095e83d4de
SHA1:
08fc573c0a336cc7143aca9f1b4e66e48a9cf28e
SHA256:
19424989B9C5B50FB93FD43829A119FF5A80C7FA7675CA04E33651D91DECFEF9
File Size:
4.89 MB, 4893440 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 has TLS 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)
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- 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.
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Windows PE Version Information
Windows PE Version Information
This section displays values and attributes that have been set in the Windows file version information data structure for samples within this family. To mislead users, malware actors often add fake version information mimicking legitimate software.| Name | Value |
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File Traits
- big overlay
- HighEntropy
- x64
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: | 499 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 111 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 387 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
