PUP.Gamehack.KTA
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.KTA 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 further problems.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.KTA?
PUP.Gamehack.KTA 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 leading to more severe security issues.
How PUP.Gamehack.KTA Operates
Once installed, PUP.Gamehack.KTA may operate in the background, consuming system resources and potentially interfering with other programs. It may also collect user data, such as browsing history and search queries, and transmit it to third-party servers. In some cases, PUPs can also download and install additional malware or unwanted software, further compromising the security of your system.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.KTA, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slower performance, increased pop-up ads, and unexpected changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also experience issues with your internet connection or notice that your system is running more slowly than usual. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to regularly scan your system for malware and other threats.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.KTA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Gamehack.KTA 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.KTA and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you don't recognize or that were installed around the time the PUP was detected.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Gamehack.KTA has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.KTA from your system is crucial to preventing further problems and protecting your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is clean and secure. It's also essential to practice good cybersecurity habits, such as regularly scanning your system for malware, avoiding untrusted downloads, and being cautious when clicking on links or opening email attachments. By taking these steps, you can help protect your system and your personal data from potentially unwanted programs like PUP.Gamehack.KTA.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.KTA |
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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:
fe24d819670bf4c8658671edc1c5a5c3
SHA1:
2939926723bce42fcf3361d9b462b7f574ae7003
SHA256:
F150D72C05A6BFEAFA3D458368CA2D0CD02966A55A891EEC1360984FCBB44C1C
File Size:
34.30 KB, 34304 bytes
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MD5:
1098656bfcadd7ae22a3d3647926307c
SHA1:
d9e3b0a45c50085e74d08385f8ab66d2b8936b91
SHA256:
EB246D275A07D4E4F44579B9C6879F1A52382F22B4FE2440583ED217D4EC4C70
File Size:
33.79 KB, 33792 bytes
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MD5:
551d6010576c0f6ada5e67f2c59d9924
SHA1:
c56eaea489c32edb131d0ff3b52327e15b1d4cf4
SHA256:
BD02B1D7A477BB6F0AEEAEDFDC16688D2AA5A36EEF5488BE80DC7319BC191655
File Size:
31.23 KB, 31232 bytes
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MD5:
232c3ad74588dd988ac9b415f7b5739a
SHA1:
3c8ed1197fbc1dc9d14904711f5d54069f4c0ff7
SHA256:
4AA5CFC3B1EC4F9B8EE55CCD06479878CBD16051C556D3852C468865963B3C1D
File Size:
35.33 KB, 35328 bytes
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MD5:
8268e98f5781a16e77c0e2ed9cbd9b82
SHA1:
04ca42cf64120e4a0867d8b4db98cc36cb9fe823
SHA256:
7D85067C06E1FA2D03BB27874CB3EC9FB3F17DCC8E44A2BCA55EFA795A013E55
File Size:
35.33 KB, 35328 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 relocations information
- File doesn't have resources
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- 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)
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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 Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- ntdll
- 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: | 10 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 9 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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.KTA
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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