Adware.Virtuvian.A
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See also Threat Assessment Criteria.
| Popularity Rank: | 8,512 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 187 |
| First Seen: | January 11, 2013 |
| Last Seen: | June 23, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.Virtuvian.A on your system indicates the presence of unwanted software that may be collecting your data, displaying intrusive advertisements, or redirecting your browsing sessions. This type of threat is commonly associated with adware programs, which are designed to generate revenue for their creators by displaying advertisements, collecting user data, or promoting affiliated products. It is essential to take immediate action to remove Adware.Virtuvian.A from your system to prevent further damage and potential security risks.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.Virtuvian.A?
Adware.Virtuvian.A is a type of malware that is designed to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or redirect browsing sessions to affiliated websites. This type of threat can be installed on your system through various means, including freeware or shareware downloads, infected email attachments, or exploited vulnerabilities in your operating system or applications. Once installed, Adware.Virtuvian.A can modify your system settings, registry entries, and browser configurations to achieve its malicious goals.
How Adware.Virtuvian.A Operates
Adware.Virtuvian.A operates by installing itself on your system and then connecting to a remote server to download advertisements, configuration files, or other malicious components. This threat can also collect user data, such as browsing history, search queries, or personal information, and transmit it to its creators or affiliated parties. Additionally, Adware.Virtuvian.A can modify your system settings, such as changing your default search engine, homepage, or browser extensions, to further compromise your system's security and performance.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of Adware.Virtuvian.A infection can vary, but common indicators include unwanted advertisements, pop-ups, or redirects during browsing sessions. You may also notice changes to your system settings, such as a new default search engine or homepage, or the presence of suspicious programs or extensions in your browser. Furthermore, your system may become slower, or you may experience crashes or freezes due to the malicious activity of Adware.Virtuvian.A.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups during browsing sessions
- Changes to system settings, such as default search engine or homepage
- Presence of suspicious programs or extensions in your browser
- System slowdowns, crashes, or freezes
How to Remove Adware.Virtuvian.A
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Adware.Virtuvian.A from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all malicious components associated with Adware.Virtuvian.A.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to Adware.Virtuvian.A, as they may be used to reinstall or reactivate the malware.
- Reset your browser settings, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default values to remove any modifications made by Adware.Virtuvian.A.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that all malicious components have been removed and that your system is clean.
Conclusion
The removal of Adware.Virtuvian.A requires a comprehensive approach that involves detecting and removing all malicious components, resetting system settings, and ensuring that your system is clean and secure. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove Adware.Virtuvian.A and prevent future infections. It is essential to remain vigilant and to regularly scan your system for malware to prevent similar threats from compromising your system's security and performance.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.Virtuvian.A |
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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:
b4e4bb965293eb2b8e31712446d2d4dd
SHA1:
c0223e1aa06d021e63b873030a6a56bacb82fdd8
SHA256:
27403A741DC0F4F3E5C2754B5099DDB02D757F2D1991849A6D7FF01B84A13563
File Size:
240.13 KB, 240128 bytes
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MD5:
607769603cf0e9a001a050e69742dc73
SHA1:
8b6029d744fb16f7dd8b93d3023548a9c175ee55
SHA256:
71D9C0DC358FB45F35D6B15F8C8837CF6F4EDD5F5A94FD615A24AC92F4AF02DD
File Size:
1.42 MB, 1416137 bytes
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MD5:
ba8dad57ebfdfd50ee6277da3f5e3a4b
SHA1:
2d172c8815e02676025ddffa168949b0e92b8d36
SHA256:
0008C402E846120D5F6279D02A3BD73B26DF0E7DC7F19DC4639857DCAF1798F2
File Size:
301.71 KB, 301711 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have debug information
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have relocations information
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
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- 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.
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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| Comments | zdengine.exe |
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| Creator | py2exe 0.9.2.7 |
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| Internal Name | UEFI GOP Updater |
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| Original Filename | GOPupd.exe |
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File Traits
- big overlay
- dll
- HighEntropy
- No Version Info
- x86
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: | 281 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 22 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 259 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Files Modified
Files Modified
This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.| File | Attributes |
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| \device\namedpipe\gmdasllogger | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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Shell Command Execution
Shell Command Execution
This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.
C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\2d172c8815e02676025ddffa168949b0e92b8d36_0000301711.,LiQMAxHB
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