HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic

The detection of HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic indicates that your system has been compromised by a potentially malicious program. This type of threat is generally categorized as a Trojan, which is a broad term for malware that disguises itself as legitimate software. The presence of HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic on your computer can lead to a variety of issues, including data theft, system instability, and unauthorized access to your system.

What Is HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic?

HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic is a detection name given to a type of malware that exhibits behaviors characteristic of Trojan-type threats. The "HEUR" prefix suggests that the malware was detected based on heuristic analysis, which means the antivirus software identified it as malicious based on its behavior rather than a specific signature. This type of detection is crucial because it helps protect against new or unknown threats that may not yet be included in signature databases.

How HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic Operates

Trojan-type malware, like HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic, typically operates by disguising itself as a legitimate program or file to gain access to a computer system. Once inside, it can perform a variety of malicious actions, including but not limited to, stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or providing unauthorized access to the system. These threats often rely on social engineering tactics or exploits to infect systems, highlighting the importance of user vigilance and keeping software up to date.

Symptoms of Infection

Symptoms of an infection can vary widely but may include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected pop-ups, slow system performance, or programs starting automatically without user intervention. In some cases, the presence of malware like HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic may not be immediately apparent, as it is designed to operate stealthily. Regular system scans and monitoring for unusual activity are key to early detection and mitigation of these threats.

How to Remove HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic

1. Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process.
2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable antivirus tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all traces of the malware.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs that may have been installed without your knowledge or consent.
4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
5. Reboot your computer and perform another full scan to ensure that all malware components have been successfully removed.

Conclusion

The removal of HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic requires careful and thorough steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from the system. Preventing future infections involves a combination of using reputable antivirus software, keeping all software up to date, being cautious with email attachments and downloads, and regularly scanning the system for signs of malware. By taking these proactive measures, individuals can significantly reduce the risk of their systems being compromised by threats like HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic.

SpyHunter Detects & Remove HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	HEUR.Malware.SmartRed.Generic
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: 7b246045cb47dc417241a7fd2767db76 SHA1: b8c5182abe7690d91c819092b2b06c14ff61428b SHA256: C22DB73434247796FDCDC5F931435EE9E67297854E61DE315DE113996550B360 File Size: 621.74 KB, 621743 bytes

MD5: ea5be05773c0c124a2a3281c12b6d7d9 SHA1: adc7e76fe454eff7bc5dfc3ac72353b734de0429 SHA256: F170B45CF36E450E812A7680982056CD283453A771D0096FAC00FA9DF8CCBD19 File Size: 1.99 MB, 1990656 bytes

MD5: 0afd79f6c193d7e5edb8b6e16bcf7d10 SHA1: a039821938c21cf1574ff896b071a2b7162823e9 SHA256: 80EC6936DFA513FC85FF88BCF29D75EB53B5183986235F727B3D4C8A740B5860 File Size: 728.04 KB, 728039 bytes

MD5: ecddafb7ce26a503ccdf4b4c571c609e SHA1: fd3dfd25e6fc3b07267188bc0849ce94ac18e5a5 SHA256: F38BF10DC9DBDC35D6CDCFEC2368B2F712E5D74504FDA29019169900CFB1B11A File Size: 45.06 KB, 45056 bytes

MD5: 7668c96c56073d80d69de8ae21376037 SHA1: a1d95982ca3d55f40d4566b35462748b48a6d914 SHA256: E825BB8B7192223F674DB754DA1AD4C3A6B59DA7DB7217CD072496CBC12B5ACD File Size: 1.32 MB, 1316248 bytes

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MD5: 8cc569a091e58358c65931cf2d6f8b8f SHA1: d177847cdf2525014345db47c915d1adfcd62d04 SHA256: E87740862DC570D36D9E61F60241A3E980D1492C40E478EABC729D7AACD7431F File Size: 720.38 KB, 720384 bytes

MD5: d59030c5337ad5c3f8727af4849b1b29 SHA1: 0b5cf61c65f4ee55df5ba683c2b3a313abf5d25c SHA256: 2AC5D16FE7D7D52D72BFACA102C671E004748DA8DC8BCE46F9898A86F5C23B29 File Size: 528.38 KB, 528384 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• File doesn't have "Rich" header
• File doesn't have debug information
• 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 GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
• File is not packed

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• IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
• IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Icons

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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

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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	31.32.0.0 2.2.0.0 1.0.0.0
Company Name	BitTorrent Inc.
File Description	Host Process for Windows Tasks Starter Module
File Version	31.32.0.0 3.4.7.42330 2.2.0.0 1.0.0.0 1, 0, 0, 1
Internal Name	Launcher.exe pIiEeQh.exe Starter TMS.exe uTorrent.exe
Legal Copyright	Copyright 2009 Copyright © 2025 ©2016 BitTorrent, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Original Filename	Launcher.exe pIiEeQh.exe Starter.exe TMS.exe uTorrent.exe
Product Name	Starter Module µTorrent
Product Version	31.32.0.0 3.4.7.42330 2.2.0.0 1.0.0.0 1, 0, 0, 1
Special Build	stable34 stable

File Traits

• .NET
• big overlay
• HighEntropy
• No Version Info
• ntdll
• Reactor
• RijndaelManaged
• SmartAssembly
• x86

Block Information

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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:	133
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	37
Whitelisted Blocks:	69
Unknown Blocks:	27

Visual Map

? 0 0 0 ? 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 x 0 x x x 0 x 0 0 ? 0 ? x x ? ? x ? ? 0 0 x ? x ? 0 x 0 ? 0 x ? ? 0 x ? x 0 0 0 ? 0 0 x x x 0 ? x ? x 0 0 ? 0 x x x ? x 0 0 0 x 0 ? x 0 0 0 x 0 ? x ? 0 ? ? x x x x ? x ? x 0 ? 0 0 x 0 0 0 0 0

0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

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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.Agent.BE
• MSIL.Agent.BED
• MSIL.Agent.DFUD
• MSIL.Agent.WAI
• MSIL.Injector.D

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• MSIL.Krypt.GFHB

Files Modified

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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
\device\namedpipe\gmdasllogger	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\svhost.exe	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144
c:\windows\appcompat\programs\amcache.hve	Read Data,Read Control,Write Data
c:\windows\appcompat\programs\amcache.hve	Write Attributes
c:\windows\assembly	Synchronize,Write Attributes

Registry Modifications

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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
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
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

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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
HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75	.k  8��8 tXz��B �8 �6 �v z5��Z xy ��T�B�������������5����ee  +�� Bx�< 5 � �!wz"Wc#�#�� $kF $��%"�%:�%� &� &�-&�x(�(X�)�`*J*9 *�^ *�h+�[,��/9�/��0P% 1`1�	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\software\microsoft\tip\aggregateresults::data	鐄ȴ 鲱 痂洎ʫ ጉ嵑 咤픋˹ 耀뫹躧 隞̃ 耀꧌ú%	RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

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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
User Data Access	GetComputerName GetComputerNameEx GetUserDefaultLocaleName GetUserObjectInformation
Encryption Used	BCryptOpenAlgorithmProvider CryptAcquireContext
Anti Debug	IsDebuggerPresent NtQuerySystemInformation
Other Suspicious	AdjustTokenPrivileges
Network Winsock2	WSAConnect WSASocket WSAStartup WSAttemptAutodialName
Network Winsock	closesocket freeaddrinfo getaddrinfo recv send setsockopt
Network Winhttp	WinHttpOpen
Network Info Queried	GetAdaptersAddresses GetNetworkParams
Syscall Use	ntdll.dll!NtAccessCheck ntdll.dll!NtAdjustPrivilegesToken ntdll.dll!NtAlertThreadByThreadId ntdll.dll!NtAlpcConnectPortEx ntdll.dll!NtAlpcCreateSecurityContext ntdll.dll!NtAlpcDeleteSecurityContext ntdll.dll!NtAlpcQueryInformation ntdll.dll!NtAlpcSendWaitReceivePort ntdll.dll!NtApphelpCacheControl ntdll.dll!NtAssociateWaitCompletionPacket Show More ntdll.dll!NtClose ntdll.dll!NtCreateEvent ntdll.dll!NtCreateIoCompletion ntdll.dll!NtCreateKey ntdll.dll!NtCreateMutant ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection ntdll.dll!NtCreateSemaphore ntdll.dll!NtCreateTimer2 ntdll.dll!NtCreateWaitCompletionPacket ntdll.dll!NtCreateWorkerFactory ntdll.dll!NtDelayExecution ntdll.dll!NtDeleteValueKey ntdll.dll!NtDeviceIoControlFile ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateObject ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateToken ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateKey ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateValueKey ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtFsControlFile ntdll.dll!NtLoadKeyEx ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection ntdll.dll!NtNotifyChangeKey ntdll.dll!NtOpenDirectoryObject ntdll.dll!NtOpenEvent ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile ntdll.dll!NtOpenKey ntdll.dll!NtOpenKeyEx ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessToken ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessTokenEx ntdll.dll!NtOpenSection ntdll.dll!NtOpenSemaphore ntdll.dll!NtOpenSymbolicLinkObject ntdll.dll!NtOpenThread ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadToken ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadTokenEx ntdll.dll!NtProtectVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtQueryAttributesFile ntdll.dll!NtQueryDefaultLocale ntdll.dll!NtQueryDirectoryFileEx ntdll.dll!NtQueryFullAttributesFile ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationFile ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationProcess ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationThread ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationToken ntdll.dll!NtQueryKey ntdll.dll!NtQueryLicenseValue ntdll.dll!NtQueryPerformanceCounter ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityAttributesToken ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityObject ntdll.dll!NtQuerySymbolicLinkObject ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformation ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformationEx ntdll.dll!NtQueryValueKey ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtQueryWnfStateData ntdll.dll!NtReadRequestData ntdll.dll!NtReadVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtReleaseMutant ntdll.dll!NtReleaseSemaphore ntdll.dll!NtReleaseWorkerFactoryWorker ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationKey ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationProcess ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationThread ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationWorkerFactory ntdll.dll!NtSetTimer2 ntdll.dll!NtSubscribeWnfStateChange ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert ntdll.dll!NtTraceControl ntdll.dll!NtTraceEvent ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSection ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSectionEx ntdll.dll!NtWaitForAlertByThreadId ntdll.dll!NtWaitForSingleObject ntdll.dll!NtWaitForWorkViaWorkerFactory ntdll.dll!NtWaitLowEventPair ntdll.dll!NtWorkerFactoryWorkerReady ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile UNKNOWN
Process Manipulation Evasion	NtUnmapViewOfSection ReadProcessMemory VirtualAllocEx
Process Shell Execute	CreateProcess
Process Terminate	TerminateProcess

Shell Command Execution

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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\Microsoft.NET\Framework64\v2.0.50727\\dw20.exe dw20.exe -x -s 756

c:\users\user\downloads\a1d95982ca3d55f40d4566b35462748b48a6d914_0001316248 "c:\users\user\downloads\a1d95982ca3d55f40d4566b35462748b48a6d914_0001316248"