PUP.Gamehack.AE
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.AE 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 and prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.AE?
PUP.Gamehack.AE is a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources, and they can cause a range of problems, including slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted ads, and potentially compromising your personal data.
How PUP.Gamehack.AE Operates
PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.AE typically operate by installing themselves on your system and then running in the background, often without your knowledge or consent. They may collect data about your browsing habits, search history, and other online activities, and use this information to display targeted ads or sell it to third-party companies. In some cases, PUPs may also install additional software or malware on your system, which can further compromise your security and privacy.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.AE, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted ads or pop-ups, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also notice that your system is running more slowly than usual, or that your browser is crashing or freezing frequently. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to run regular virus scans and monitor your system's performance closely.
- Unwanted ads or pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Changes to browser settings or homepage
- System crashes or freezes
- Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.AE
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from running and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and run a full scan of your system to detect and remove the PUP and any associated malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be associated with the PUP, using the Add/Remove Programs feature in your system's Control Panel.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any changes made by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and run a follow-up scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP and any associated malware have been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.AE from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is completely free of the PUP and any associated malware, and that your personal data and security are protected. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links from untrusted sources, and to run regular virus scans to detect and remove any potential threats before they can cause harm.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.AE |
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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:
7ad2a2a240e88be75699bffea4635932
SHA1:
91c15a57fcb0e7f8c8d2f6863f82ec9e89c24276
SHA256:
E82BC9AA1D1B44DAB079CA7067CF50F1659C74D295D2821D29ABC1E7E40E76E9
File Size:
386.05 KB, 386048 bytes
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MD5:
28cd65dfb3ff2f2efe1143ecb8dac465
SHA1:
efb4223308b8279d855b8a9051f181f9b98dbb3c
SHA256:
B539CD11A2CD1F57466988A4287AE7A32381FD5D727E1644FD82873A413F2AF7
File Size:
1.16 MB, 1157632 bytes
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MD5:
50c8d7a2a9d55f2e1fdbadace74f441e
SHA1:
ef56f6238807272a5ae49f169249d5537ed2bd2d
SHA256:
CF8D269B34CADF7E6EEBCD8EC1B7DA74C5E2BB3E906C0FF813AEC5CE6CED98AE
File Size:
3.26 MB, 3255296 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 resources
- 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.
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- HighEntropy
- imgui
- No Version Info
- 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: | 6,813 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 3,004 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 3,809 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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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.- Gamehack.AE
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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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:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\91c15a57fcb0e7f8c8d2f6863f82ec9e89c24276_0000386048.,LiQMAxHB
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\ef56f6238807272a5ae49f169249d5537ed2bd2d_0003255296.,LiQMAxHB
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