PUP.GHInstaller.A
The detection of PUP.GHInstaller.A 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 any potential harm.
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What Is PUP.GHInstaller.A?
PUP.GHInstaller.A 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. PUPs are often installed unintentionally by users, usually through bundled software downloads or misleading advertisements. They can collect user data, display unwanted ads, and slow down system performance.
How PUP.GHInstaller.A Operates
PUP.GHInstaller.A, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on a user's system without their full knowledge or consent. It may be bundled with other software or presented as a useful tool, but its primary purpose is to generate revenue for its creators through advertising or data collection. Once installed, it can start collecting user data, such as browsing history and search queries, and use this information to display targeted ads. It may also slow down system performance by consuming system resources and causing conflicts with other programs.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.GHInstaller.A, you may notice several symptoms. These can include unwanted ads or pop-ups, slow system performance, and unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser. You may also notice that your browser's homepage or search engine has been changed without your consent. Additionally, you may experience system crashes or freezes, and your system may become more vulnerable to other types of malware.
- Unwanted ads or pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser
- Changed browser homepage or search engine
- System crashes or freezes
How to Remove PUP.GHInstaller.A
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware 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.GHInstaller.A and any other malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed without your consent.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.GHInstaller.A from your system is crucial to prevent any potential harm and to restore your system's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this malware and prevent future infections. It's also essential to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and being cautious when clicking on ads or links, to minimize the risk of malware infections. Regularly updating your operating system and software, as well as using reputable anti-malware tools, can also help protect your system from various types of malware.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.GHInstaller.A |
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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:
02d722b626aa3334c6a5b29b27855af8
SHA1:
8137e7e2f9a937bf1d9419aa85d1c9170db00856
File Size:
310.78 KB, 310784 bytes
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MD5:
e36277f34f739f9b8c70292ac2a72efb
SHA1:
6284fa98d393965d2de9d4e92ad43cf41c5578de
SHA256:
6933DFF2E224C408340683F9B1CC9A46BDB6C5A415C15B72661F9C70BF17F9A3
File Size:
52.22 KB, 52224 bytes
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MD5:
05c74429b9089f595675ee9f630dc62f
SHA1:
4cc62c0b11cfb422be1f63ca0b593ad75bc7b159
SHA256:
FB02284C533E81063298C6029B1EC3DA4DE79A1E9FD93A4F2E1A830192CACB2A
File Size:
23.55 KB, 23552 bytes
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MD5:
920e4d11a1d5f27ea4bd1a3f13a59146
SHA1:
0c7b8dca9c05cefc537f3b2ea1405ff39fc4a8f0
SHA256:
D13B81322BB3C29B9E647843F7028FC5AC9880ADEFFDE2A2F9A6F82A21470E5B
File Size:
310.78 KB, 310784 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 been packed
- File has exports table
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
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- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- 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.
File Traits
- dll
- HighEntropy
- No Version Info
- packed
- 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: | 1,075 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 297 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 776 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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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| Process Shell Execute |
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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\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\6284fa98d393965d2de9d4e92ad43cf41c5578de_0000052224.,LiQMAxHB
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\4cc62c0b11cfb422be1f63ca0b593ad75bc7b159_0000023552.,LiQMAxHB
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