PUP.Gamehack.HDC
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.HDC 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 and prevent future infections.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.HDC?
PUP.Gamehack.HDC is a type of malware that is categorized as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as malicious as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your personal data. PUPs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources, and they can be difficult to remove without the right tools and techniques.
How PUP.Gamehack.HDC Operates
PUP.Gamehack.HDC, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system and then executing its payload. This can include a range of activities, such as displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting your personal data, or installing additional malware. PUPs can also modify your system settings and configure your browser to display unwanted content or redirect you to malicious websites. In some cases, PUPs can even install themselves as browser extensions or add-ons, making them difficult to detect and remove.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.HDC, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and unexpected changes to your browser settings. You may also notice that your system is configured to display unwanted content or that your personal data is being collected and transmitted to unknown parties. In some cases, PUPs can even cause your system to crash or become unresponsive, making it difficult to use your computer.
- Unwanted pop-ups and advertisements
- Slow system performance
- Unexpected changes to browser settings
- Unwanted content displayed on your system
- Personal data collection and transmission
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.HDC
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove PUP.Gamehack.HDC and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that may be related to the PUP, taking care to follow the uninstallation instructions carefully to ensure that all components are removed.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons that may have been installed by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Gamehack.HDC has been completely removed and that your system is free from malware.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.HDC from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above and taking a proactive approach to system security, you can help to protect your computer from PUPs and other types of malware. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links, and to keep your operating system and anti-malware tools up to date to ensure that you have the latest protection against emerging threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.HDC |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
860bea78c0ebb06069537016317f55fd
SHA1:
1fadef01f1ac943bfdf8b14b04cab3494468bf2b
SHA256:
C043098F201CF6F5C05CDCA7F6A582EE8B2FB85D3717B0A70A0E5A8B3F3BF0CE
File Size:
725.50 KB, 725504 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 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)
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Benjamin Hoeglinger-Stelzer |
| File Description | XInput to ViGEm proxy application |
| File Version | 1.16.30.0 |
| Internal Name | VDX |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2017-2018 Benjamin Hoeglinger-Stelzer All Rights Reserved |
| Original Filename | VDX |
| Product Name | XInput to ViGEm proxy application |
| Product Version | 1.16.30.0 |
File Traits
- HighEntropy
- imgui
- 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: | 1,748 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 92 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,600 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 56 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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 |
|---|---|---|
| HKCU\system\currentcontrolset\control\mediaproperties\privateproperties\directinput\vid_0627&pid_0001\calibration\0::guid | 饀⎲鬎ᇰƀ䕄呓 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\1fadef01f1ac943bfdf8b14b04cab3494468bf2b_00007255045bbfa832000b1200::name | 1FADEF01F1AC943BFDF8B14B04CAB3494468BF2B_0000725504 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\1fadef01f1ac943bfdf8b14b04cab3494468bf2b_00007255045bbfa832000b1200::usesmapper | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::name | 1FADEF01F1AC943BFDF8B14B04CAB3494468BF2B_0000725504 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::id | 1FADEF01F1AC943BFDF8B14B04CAB3494468BF2B_00007255045BBFA832000B1200 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::version | ࠀ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::mostrecentstart | ᖅ鉬⽕ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
