PUP.Bulz.AK
The detection of PUP.Bulz.AK 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 the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it to prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.Bulz.AK?
PUP.Bulz.AK is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that it may not be as malicious as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, but it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your personal data. PUPs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources, and they can be difficult to remove without the right tools and expertise.
How PUP.Bulz.AK Operates
PUP.Bulz.AK, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system without your knowledge or consent. It may do this by exploiting vulnerabilities in your operating system or by tricking you into downloading and installing it. Once installed, PUP.Bulz.AK can collect your personal data, display unwanted advertisements, and slow down your system's performance. It may also install additional malware or PUPs, making it even more challenging to remove.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Bulz.AK, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted advertisements, and suspicious programs running in the background. You may also notice that your browser settings have been changed, or that you are being redirected to unfamiliar websites. In some cases, PUP.Bulz.AK may also cause your system to crash or freeze, leading to data loss and other problems.
- Unwanted advertisements and pop-ups
- Suspicious programs running in the background
- Slow system performance
- Changed browser settings
- Redirects to unfamiliar websites
- System crashes and freezes
How to Remove PUP.Bulz.AK
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Bulz.AK from loading and to give you access to the internet.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and run a full scan to detect and remove PUP.Bulz.AK and any other malware or PUPs that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that you did not intentionally install.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any changes made by PUP.Bulz.AK.
- Reboot your system and run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Bulz.AK has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Bulz.AK from your system requires careful attention to detail and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and any other malware or PUPs that may be present. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software and to use reputable anti-malware tools to protect your system from threats like PUP.Bulz.AK.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Bulz.AK |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
c09444467d590a1b4c4ce9c75c722dcf
SHA1:
8b9f067b3128ca530dd3d4f611469162d70685b0
SHA256:
15B96BD76B9508522D1436C29164766A25A686CFC752A848D203EF2CF7D5C817
File Size:
4.42 MB, 4415493 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have relocations information
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- 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)
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 |
|---|---|
| File Description | Altrsik Service |
| File Version | 1.7.8.0 |
| Internal Name | Altrsik Service |
| Original Filename | AltrsikService |
| Product Version | 1.7.8.0 |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- GetConsoleWindow
- ntdll
- x64
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: | 8,896 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 516 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 8,380 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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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.- Bulz.AK
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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