Hacktool.BruteForce.H
Hacktool.BruteForce.H is a detection name used to identify a type of hacking utility that falls under the broader "Hacktool" category. Programs flagged under this classification are not traditional viruses that spread on their own; instead, they are tools designed to perform unauthorized actions, such as attempting to guess passwords, crack login credentials, or gain access to accounts, systems, or networks without permission. While specific technical details about this particular detection are not fully documented, its behavior is consistent with what security researchers typically observe in brute-force hacking utilities.
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What This Threat Does
As the name suggests, Hacktool.BruteForce.H is associated with brute-force attack techniques. Brute-force tools generally work by systematically trying large numbers of username and password combinations against a login system, service, or encrypted file until the correct combination is found. These tools can target a wide range of accounts, including email services, remote desktop connections, website administration panels, routers, databases, or other password-protected resources. Because this category of tool is built for offensive or unauthorized use, its presence on a computer is almost always considered unwanted and potentially dangerous, even if the user did not knowingly run an attack themselves.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
Hacktools like this one typically end up on a system in one of a few common ways. They may be downloaded intentionally by someone experimenting with hacking utilities, often from forums, file-sharing sites, or software cracking communities. In other cases, the tool may be bundled inside pirated software, "cracked" applications, keygens, or cheat programs, where it is hidden without the user's knowledge. It can also be dropped silently onto a machine by other malware already present, or delivered through malicious email attachments and compromised downloads. Because many antivirus and security tools automatically flag brute-force utilities, their presence can sometimes be the first sign that a system has already been compromised by another threat.
Risks for the User
Having a tool like Hacktool.BruteForce.H on a computer carries several risks. If the tool is actively running, it may consume system resources and generate large volumes of suspicious network traffic, which can draw attention from network administrators, internet service providers, or security monitoring systems. Users whose machines are used to launch brute-force attacks—knowingly or not—may face account suspensions, network bans, or even legal consequences, depending on how the tool is being used. Additionally, if the tool arrived through infected downloads or bundled malware, its presence may indicate deeper compromise, such as backdoors, spyware, or other malicious components operating alongside it.
Signs of Infection
Typical warning signs associated with hacktools include unexpected security alerts from installed protection software, unusual outbound network activity, unfamiliar processes running in the background, and noticeable slowdowns in system or internet performance. Users may also notice unfamiliar files or folders, especially after downloading cracked software or files from untrustworthy sources.
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the risk of encountering tools like this, users should avoid downloading pirated software, cracks, or keygens, and should be cautious with files from unofficial sources. Keeping operating systems and installed software updated, using strong and unique passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication where possible, and performing regular system scans can all help detect and prevent unauthorized tools from running. If such a tool is detected, it should be removed promptly, and affected account passwords should be changed as a precaution.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Hacktool.BruteForce.H |
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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:
85c14a3bc1e9b5b23ce428683bbdb503
SHA1:
4c6ee712f0c8c6493894b6bbf8f7e455a7248e14
SHA256:
B6203F3AFE49C2D45C1285F17976E5E1D57C1F09A7FCAB8BD4FFFEFD01240D79
File Size:
117.76 KB, 117760 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 .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI 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 |
|---|---|
| Assembly Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Company Name | Dox |
| File Description | Dox |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | Dox.dll |
| Original Filename | Dox.dll |
| Product Name | Dox |
| Product Version | 1.0.0 |
File Traits
- .NET
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 137 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 109 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 28 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Similar Families
Similar Families
This section lists other families that share similarities with this family, based on EnigmaSoft’s analysis. Many malware families are created from the same malware toolkits and use the same packing and encryption techniques but uniquely extend functionality. Similar families may also share source code, attributes, icons, subcomponents, compromised and/or invalid digital signatures, and network characteristics. Researchers leverage these similarities to rapidly and effectively triage file samples and extend malware detection rules.- BruteForce.H
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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