PUP.Gamehack.GADA
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.GADA 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 potential harm.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.Gamehack.GADA?
PUP.Gamehack.GADA is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to operate in the background, often without the user's knowledge or consent. The name suggests that it may be related to game hacking or cheating software, which can be used to gain unfair advantages in online games or to modify game settings. However, the presence of such software can also pose a risk to the security and stability of your system.
How PUP.Gamehack.GADA Operates
Like other PUPs, PUP.Gamehack.GADA may operate by installing itself on your system through various means, such as bundled software downloads, infected email attachments, or exploited vulnerabilities. Once installed, it may start running in the background, consuming system resources and potentially causing issues with your computer's performance. It may also communicate with its authors or other malicious entities, sending or receiving data that can compromise your privacy and security.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a PUP.Gamehack.GADA infection can vary, but common signs include slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, and unexpected changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also notice that your system is running slower than usual, or that certain programs or features are not functioning properly. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why regular system scans and monitoring are essential for detecting and removing such threats.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.GADA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any related files or components.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP, using the Add/Remove Programs feature in your system's Control Panel.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.GADA from your system is crucial to prevent potential harm and maintain your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this PUP and protect your system from similar threats in the future. It's also essential to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and email attachments, and regularly scanning your system for malware and other security threats. By staying vigilant and taking proactive steps, you can help ensure the security and integrity of your system and protect your personal data from potential harm.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.GADA |
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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:
47920b8377b88aee47760a66d08e5d3e
SHA1:
facdeead1afc974adf30ccbe76f28b7ee7e81cd0
SHA256:
BF18DAF76CAFFDABEE6C6C8302AA57705141BA56A0322FE9157642C16C0CF8C9
File Size:
3.62 MB, 3620864 bytes
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MD5:
3c834d6e5b645b07f5a0bf5142c4d4c1
SHA1:
4e79cc6e729652f75bd72e0220399d136b2a5779
SHA256:
DC2CD896ABE91B8351D024D568B1693C5C0C90B5D990F6A9930D14A106D86B1F
File Size:
3.67 MB, 3666944 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 TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
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- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- imgui
- No Version Info
- 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: | 4,450 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 505 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 3,883 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 62 |
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.- Gamehack.GADA
