PUP.AceTools.A
The detection of PUP.AceTools.A on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be causing issues with your computer's performance and security. It's essential to understand what this detection means and how to properly remove the threat to prevent further problems.
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What Is PUP.AceTools.A?
PUP.AceTools.A is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as harmful as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your privacy. PUPs are often installed unintentionally by users, usually through bundled software downloads or by clicking on suspicious links.
How PUP.AceTools.A Operates
PUP.AceTools.A, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system and then performing various unwanted actions. These actions can include displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting your personal data, and modifying your system settings. PUPs can also install additional malware or unwanted software on your system, which can lead to further problems. It's crucial to remove PUP.AceTools.A as soon as possible to prevent it from causing more harm.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.AceTools.A, you may notice various symptoms. These can include unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, slow system performance, and changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser homepage or search engine has been changed, or that you are being redirected to unwanted websites. Additionally, you may see suspicious programs or toolbars installed on your system that you do not remember installing.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Changes to system settings
- Browser homepage or search engine changes
- Redirects to unwanted websites
- Suspicious programs or toolbars installed
How to Remove PUP.AceTools.A
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.AceTools.A from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove PUP.AceTools.A and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or toolbars that you do not remember installing, as these may be related to PUP.AceTools.A.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by PUP.AceTools.A.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.AceTools.A has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.AceTools.A from your system is crucial to preventing further problems and protecting your privacy. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and restore your system to a safe and secure state. It's essential to be cautious when downloading software and to always read user agreements carefully to avoid installing unwanted programs in the future. Additionally, keeping your anti-malware tool up to date and performing regular scans can help to detect and remove any malware that may infect your system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.AceTools.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:
fe7a4289c65535673fc4f3af7e2fcacf
SHA1:
c9046367bb23e04440e01727988e4550e2a51839
SHA256:
A3B71476656BBF88D392AD0F89BB6AA4D8E6DF5C4BC0EA2162FB9111E33CC907
File Size:
2.53 MB, 2534166 bytes
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MD5:
4466506e207075246d3063cbf8c265f8
SHA1:
ad6872c097c49f579101aa9cc10ebfc0d846bb04
SHA256:
BAA7F8D605159533A6FD423217F54C2A564CE8A6FDB46F9017D3691E5F12A036
File Size:
2.23 MB, 2231297 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 TLS information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
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- 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 | This installation was built with Inno Setup. |
| Company Name | AceTools.biz |
| File Description |
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| File Version |
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| Legal Copyright |
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| Product Name | Ace Translator |
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File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- VirtualQueryEx
- x86
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\is-1buck.tmp\ad6872c097c49f579101aa9cc10ebfc0d846bb04_0002231297.tmp | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-aito3.tmp\c9046367bb23e04440e01727988e4550e2a51839_0002534166.tmp | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-kociv.tmp\_isetup\_setup64.tmp | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-kociv.tmp\_isetup\_shfoldr.dll | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-s0r8c.tmp\_isetup\_setup64.tmp | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-s0r8c.tmp\_isetup\_shfoldr.dll | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
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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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| User Data Access |
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| Keyboard Access |
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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:\Users\Msmgjxam\AppData\Local\Temp\is-AITO3.tmp\c9046367bb23e04440e01727988e4550e2a51839_0002534166.tmp" /SL5="$20236,1984471,118784,c:\users\user\downloads\c9046367bb23e04440e01727988e4550e2a51839_0002534166"
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"C:\Users\Idryyejo\AppData\Local\Temp\is-1BUCK.tmp\ad6872c097c49f579101aa9cc10ebfc0d846bb04_0002231297.tmp" /SL5="$40060,1691590,140800,c:\users\user\downloads\ad6872c097c49f579101aa9cc10ebfc0d846bb04_0002231297"
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