PUP.Gamehack.GAGC

The detection of PUP.Gamehack.GAGC 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 appropriate steps to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is PUP.Gamehack.GAGC?

PUP.Gamehack.GAGC 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 exposing your personal data to risks.

How PUP.Gamehack.GAGC Operates

PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.GAGC 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.GAGC, 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.

How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.GAGC

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from running and to give you more control over the removal process.
  2. Run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of PUP.Gamehack.GAGC and any associated malware.
  3. 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.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
  5. Reboot your system and run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all instances of the PUP have been removed and that your system is clean.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Gamehack.GAGC from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and caution. By following the steps outlined above and taking a proactive approach to system security, you can help protect your system from future infections and ensure that your personal data remains safe. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links, 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.GAGC
Signature status: No Signature

Known Samples

MD5: 687417a06521d8c080af43c7308a5ab0
SHA1: 07eb2e5c041f3d60571eeb1dd0e9a5e2839b75d7
SHA256: 2110EEDC8D75A59356851B3B146CDA3861516766C6DB60A3F8B9E55227BDC5F2
File Size: 4.39 MB, 4392874 bytes
MD5: 3fc50b23aa79cf6124bf2d1dcf80aa12
SHA1: 51e1d536ead40848c8539818877b66a05c95deb0
SHA256: 839C673794600B2B0397A625B410C6251B1AED058E3EEF1E84556DFA9338A47D
File Size: 5.81 MB, 5814045 bytes

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 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)
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  • IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Traits

  • big overlay
  • GetConsoleWindow
  • imgui
  • No Version Info
  • WriteProcessMemory
  • x64

Block Information

Total Blocks: 4,276
Potentially Malicious Blocks: 772
Whitelisted Blocks: 3,470
Unknown Blocks: 34

Visual Map

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... Data truncated
0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

  • Gamehack.CAB
  • Gamehack.GAGC

Registry Modifications

Key::Value Data API Name
HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe 㢧ᗌ릃ǜ RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe ᘚ릃ǜ RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe 龤萤ǜ RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe 袟葮ǜ RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

Category API
Syscall Use
  • ntdll.dll!NtAccessCheck
  • ntdll.dll!NtAddAtomEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlertThreadByThreadId
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcAcceptConnectPort
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcConnectPortEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcCreatePort
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcOpenSenderProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcQueryInformation
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcSendWaitReceivePort
  • ntdll.dll!NtApphelpCacheControl
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  • ntdll.dll!NtAssociateWaitCompletionPacket
  • ntdll.dll!NtClearEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtClose
  • ntdll.dll!NtConnectPort
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateMutant
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateSemaphore
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateThreadEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtDeleteValueKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtDeviceIoControlFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateValueKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtFindAtom
  • ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtNotifyChangeKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenDirectoryObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenKeyEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenMutant
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessTokenEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenSemaphore
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenThread
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadTokenEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtProtectVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryAttributesFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryDirectoryFileEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationThread
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryLicenseValue
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryPerformanceCounter
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityAttributesToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformation
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryValueKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryVolumeInformationFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryWnfStateData
  • ntdll.dll!NtReadFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtReadRequestData
  • ntdll.dll!NtReadVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtReleaseMutant
  • ntdll.dll!NtReleaseSemaphore
  • ntdll.dll!NtReleaseWorkerFactoryWorker
  • ntdll.dll!NtRemoveIoCompletion
  • ntdll.dll!NtRequestWaitReplyPort
  • ntdll.dll!NtResumeThread
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationThread
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetTimer2
  • ntdll.dll!NtSubscribeWnfStateChange
  • ntdll.dll!NtTerminateProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert
  • ntdll.dll!NtTraceControl
  • ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSectionEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtUnsubscribeWnfStateChange
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForAlertByThreadId
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForMultipleObjects
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForSingleObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForWorkViaWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitLowEventPair
  • ntdll.dll!NtWorkerFactoryWorkerReady
  • ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile
  • UNKNOWN
Anti Debug
  • IsDebuggerPresent
User Data Access
  • GetUserObjectInformation
Process Manipulation Evasion
  • NtUnmapViewOfSection
Process Shell Execute
  • CreateProcess
  • WriteConsole
Network Winsock2
  • WSAStartup
Network Winsock
  • closesocket
  • connect
  • getpeername
  • getsockname
  • send
  • setsockopt
  • socket

Shell Command Execution

C:\WINDOWS\system32\mode.com mode con: cols=90 lines=26
WriteConsole: Access is denied

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