HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic
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| Popularity Rank: | 5,549 |
| Threat Level: | 100 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 929 |
| First Seen: | May 15, 2024 |
| Last Seen: | July 14, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic indicates that your system has been compromised by a potentially malicious program. This type of threat is categorized as a Trojan, which is a broad term for malware that disguises itself as legitimate software. The "HEUR" prefix suggests that the malware was detected using heuristic analysis, which means that the antivirus software identified suspicious behavior rather than matching a known signature. It's essential to take immediate action to remove the malware and prevent further damage to your system.
Table of Contents
What Is HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic?
HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic is a type of malware that can infect your system through various means, such as exploited vulnerabilities, phishing emails, or drive-by downloads. The "Fody" part of the name may indicate a specific characteristic or behavior of the malware, but without further information, it's difficult to determine its exact nature. What's important is that this malware has been detected, and you should take steps to remove it as soon as possible.
How HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic Operates
Malware like HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic can operate in various ways, depending on its intended purpose. Some common behaviors include data theft, unauthorized access to system resources, or the installation of additional malware. The malware may also attempt to communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates or transmit stolen data. It's crucial to remove the malware to prevent further damage and protect your personal data.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic may exhibit various symptoms, including slow performance, unexpected crashes, or unusual network activity. You may also notice suspicious programs or processes running in the background, or unfamiliar icons on your desktop. In some cases, the malware may not exhibit any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the help of antivirus software.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
- Appearance of suspicious pop-ups or advertisements
- Unusual network activity or connectivity issues
- System crashes or freezes
How to Remove HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable antivirus tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the malware.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware removal process. By following the steps outlined above, you can help protect your system and prevent further damage. It's essential to remain vigilant and to regularly scan your system for malware to prevent future infections. Remember to always use reputable antivirus software and to keep your operating system and applications up to date to reduce the risk of infection.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | HEUR.Malware.Fody.Generic |
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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:
a91e3f01be6c6dfabc713555e50a1a16
SHA1:
6ed1290638b4b9f716a5bf5ed0d433e0c84bc573
SHA256:
DE877AE586F16E215AF777AC8C97DE076D7EB88CAAD3F00949C6E57143582264
File Size:
1.63 MB, 1628160 bytes
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MD5:
7ba1850dda1b1fe786038ce8bdf7e188
SHA1:
7c59091f0bcf246823f13a04884472892621eb7e
SHA256:
00C5C5C082EC2D3906284B04787C5DCA1DA3954E9145C74D39B2A82CBA352664
File Size:
3.34 MB, 3341312 bytes
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MD5:
cf0ba3d181fb2fe83c8dc3414b591924
SHA1:
de798c58ab9014ea570a9c1ea6101aa93a7a4f09
SHA256:
0E07062D202127A089B9E5020B168F997CE10EC270A284725BDDF8525E82FB12
File Size:
969.22 KB, 969216 bytes
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MD5:
2641eac5d46aef52db9dd2fca8d4cd49
SHA1:
e2b7500fc12764a9dae37d2e3085c7fbf44a562d
SHA256:
1572E893BE25025A69510395E96DCAF4A387B376C601CDA4B74D49C0A272E9D6
File Size:
772.61 KB, 772608 bytes
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MD5:
6adca9cc8c79a1819f2ead405ba3f3b3
SHA1:
4dfb50e43ae12586ecd4a287d7f2af4a8362dfad
SHA256:
3E771155062469FEF5C8FF0639B66EDA63FEE9D2DDC0C38112FF9468E4E44F3D
File Size:
6.47 MB, 6467584 bytes
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MD5:
815ac1b71586705746ffe7bde27ae6be
SHA1:
f922835e63e4bd98269554761ab8b56aead7ba84
SHA256:
C8FECDCDF203795B6AB9C8A54A844C4A14432BB690181773408455468EA18EB6
File Size:
1.11 MB, 1108480 bytes
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MD5:
3aac3a35a0bbbe83a99adc3a132a7455
SHA1:
575e35d54df0e17073ecc047e475d10736a673a5
SHA256:
131D67C8D342B190CE62AECE505BFBDEDA069D219BBBE81999B124E77D832BC9
File Size:
3.94 MB, 3940352 bytes
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MD5:
44edf349b13fccfcc507f9f9d2a2293b
SHA1:
1e7ba8fb326003c57827ccab2b9e002cb76763a2
SHA256:
F2969A89ACCFE37428912F32E4052F692E74D7A1FF4A7CC1659E120D2EA53C1F
File Size:
515.50 KB, 515500 bytes
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MD5:
55605d7f46429b3c56c8436be2b7d50d
SHA1:
12187d62532d0f5f6e2e2b75364378d41f1e0f8d
SHA256:
BD3012374E46FF15B8CF1A9B1CAE7A11140338429EA6B77068A5E82968713AF2
File Size:
236.03 KB, 236032 bytes
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MD5:
a5af601687a95c5d4997ab2e8dcbe256
SHA1:
bc905d49c5159b3b2b9126c58d958c82a7d3afdd
SHA256:
1E074CE222303E9BB35184CEBEB2A2C9588C58105ACA2CBF4B996ADFD7AB075C
File Size:
786.43 KB, 786432 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 is .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is 64-bit executable
- 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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| Product Version | 1.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- .NET
- Agile.net
- Fody
- HighEntropy
- RijndaelManaged
- WriteProcessMemory
- x64
- 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: | 31 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 19 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 11 |
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.- MSIL.DllInject.MD
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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| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsa378a.tmp\modern-wizard.bmp | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsa378a.tmp\modern-wizard.bmp | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsa378a.tmp\nsdialogs.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
Registry Modifications
Registry Modifications
This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.| Key::Value | Data | API Name |
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| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::proxybypass | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::intranetname | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::uncasintranet | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::autodetect | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\internet explorer\main\featurecontrol\feature_browser_emulation::575e35d54df0e17073ecc047e475d10736a673a5_0003940352.exe | ⫹ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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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| User Data Access |
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| Syscall Use |
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| Keyboard Access |
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| Other Suspicious |
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| Network Info Queried |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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| Network Winhttp |
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