PUP.Gamehack.AEEC
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.AEEC 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 appropriate steps to remove it to prevent any potential harm.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.AEEC?
PUP.Gamehack.AEEC is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as malicious as other types of malware, 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.Gamehack.AEEC Operates
PUP.Gamehack.AEEC, like other PUPs, can operate in various ways to achieve its goals. It may display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or install additional malware on the system. In some cases, it may also attempt to modify system settings or registry entries to maintain its presence on the system. The primary goal of PUPs is often to generate revenue for their creators, usually through advertising or by selling user data.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a PUP.Gamehack.AEEC infection can vary, but common signs include unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, slow system performance, and unexpected changes to system settings. You may also notice that your browser homepage or search engine has been changed without your consent. In some cases, you may experience crashes or freezes, especially if the PUP is consuming system resources.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Changes to system settings or browser configurations
- Crashes or freezes
- Unexplained data usage or network activity
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.AEEC
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for a clean removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This will help identify and remove all components of the PUP.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the PUP was detected.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of the PUP have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.AEEC from your system is crucial to maintaining your privacy and ensuring your computer's security and performance. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. It's also important to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and links, to reduce the risk of PUP infections. Regularly updating your operating system, browser, and security software can also help protect against the latest threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.AEEC |
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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:
fd91498d2d15dbeabd459fdca844bc91
SHA1:
b5dc8d6dd176e7c280701c263879bffe3b754c5a
SHA256:
CB964D47359CFF94420BAE755E5580F6E15AEE1C5E604D840782CA6EA3A45DA6
File Size:
1.64 MB, 1637380 bytes
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MD5:
9a8e52c6eb57fce31bcf807ee7db7fa9
SHA1:
a969af70802404e66c883a191eb3a54d2425a479
SHA256:
40C05F03FB08651A13D5E52D47DD63E5A3451DD2B39FFEA7031D24E9322A50F4
File Size:
347.14 KB, 347136 bytes
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MD5:
014311e9a00a39ae54df62f4575adfae
SHA1:
02ccb258d0f9910b2df63f1c3cafe292ee373874
SHA256:
BD094A9AB09CC4C88037E3E1F51F9B659FD70A12CD34F3B6F77CAB53E1DB703D
File Size:
421.89 KB, 421888 bytes
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MD5:
1e1a923a63ac605dc1c97548e7410561
SHA1:
be2c9c51e7776e0b5aa00e60533bc7ff7e8bd828
SHA256:
C02D694FB82AD90B1E85C2BE83B545ECCF768634C59DBF633AE0E07BE60C50C4
File Size:
2.38 MB, 2383208 bytes
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MD5:
d39ad9595fec7bd35c47f8f3c4be99db
SHA1:
9c25999905021dc0e0746c9537576d8613c28c28
SHA256:
4CB72DA4C8B80FD114D54D885988FC762F150D87E3DAF8111B0B7B4E39BEE43E
File Size:
706.56 KB, 706560 bytes
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MD5:
31280f778700a7dca1b1849fac8bd7ca
SHA1:
5031698d7d7648831e36cae433a08abe7149acfd
SHA256:
35EC593E7F3FCA4F80AE5C94D5A245EF4694FABB70B03C2EE18A30B43E15AEC7
File Size:
1.66 MB, 1660928 bytes
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MD5:
d4da986caa93a7c06b9b56e0ed59422d
SHA1:
591c493e848ba465e47b18d22af3ad463ced415d
SHA256:
14021633D5DCB44C1A7917FEE5265FDB8FEE3AA3CF41EE199E6D5CE84970E5DE
File Size:
4.01 MB, 4012544 bytes
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MD5:
3b841930dbc88c7bc40f602fda2dedf7
SHA1:
63f1552f98f9c6163d16ecdc1ef46d525c14c0b6
SHA256:
58D58741A187C1EF81D308F91054827A8F53EE7C58FB1054E9A95EDF89F85ABC
File Size:
1.53 MB, 1534464 bytes
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MD5:
38f62588b73e86223740ad84f4e3d853
SHA1:
d73b5da3b9af71bc72ce8d0b015efec468c3c7db
SHA256:
E90212C428178502A44069AD02D80F6FBAD25BC452CA581B45CC377A67A4CDFA
File Size:
2.10 MB, 2097138 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 been packed
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is 64-bit executable
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- 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 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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| File Description | MinHook - The Minimalistic API Hook Library for x64/x86 |
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| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2009-2017 Tsuda Kageyu. All rights reserved. |
| Legal Trademarks | Tsuda Kageyu |
| Original Filename | Win.exe |
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Digital Signatures
Digital Signatures
This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.| Signer | Root | Status |
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| Gaston Dallavalle | SSL.com Root Certification Authority RSA | Root Not Trusted |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- big overlay
- dll
- GetConsoleWindow
- HighEntropy
- imgui
- No Version Info
- packed
- upx
- UPX!
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- VirtualQueryEx
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 2,411 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 85 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 2,122 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 204 |
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.- CsgoInjector.RC
- DiscordStealer.AE
- Downloader.Agent.BTF
- Gamehack.AEEC
- Gamehack.GDDB
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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| \device\namedpipe | Generic Read,Write Attributes |
| \device\namedpipe | 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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| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | j B +� xy �5Bx #@�#��%:� %f�1HO 1�D6�^9�9ߔ>3� @V� @��A��N$R20`�2g��n�ArnJ u�~ x� y�y�^{�=�� �P� �ރ �����7�b:��� �������6� �T��T��a ���48�T�����T��[�m� Ù� �a���p�'��IV �gi�t� �� �$�>�[� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 滘炲ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\cryptography\oid\encodingtype 0\cryptdllfindoidinfo\1.3.6.1.4.1.311.60.3.1!7::name | szOID_ROOT_PROGRAM_AUTO_UPDATE_CA_REVOCATION | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\cryptography\oid\encodingtype 0\cryptdllfindoidinfo\1.3.6.1.4.1.311.60.3.2!7::name | szOID_ROOT_PROGRAM_AUTO_UPDATE_END_REVOCATION | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\cryptography\oid\encodingtype 0\cryptdllfindoidinfo\1.3.6.1.4.1.311.60.3.3!7::name | szOID_ROOT_PROGRAM_NO_OCSP_FAILOVER_TO_CRL | 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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| Other Suspicious |
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| Syscall Use |
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| User Data Access |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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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:\WINDOWS\system32\cmd.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\cmd.exe /c certutil -hashfile "c:\users\user\downloads\02ccb258d0f9910b2df63f1c3cafe292ee373874_0000421888" MD5 | find /i /v "md5" | find /i /v "certutil"
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\certutil.exe certutil -hashfile "c:\users\user\downloads\02ccb258d0f9910b2df63f1c3cafe292ee373874_0000421888" MD5
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\find.exe find /i /v "md5"
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\find.exe find /i /v "certutil"
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