PUP.HackAgent.R
The detection of PUP.HackAgent.R on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be compromising your computer's security and performance. This type of malware is designed to operate without the user's knowledge or consent, often leading to unwanted changes to your system settings, data theft, or other malicious activities.
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What Is PUP.HackAgent.R?
PUP.HackAgent.R is a type of potentially unwanted program that can be installed on your computer through various means, such as bundled software downloads, infected email attachments, or exploited vulnerabilities. Once installed, it can start performing various malicious activities, including data collection, system modification, and unauthorized access to your personal information. It's essential to note that PUPs like PUP.HackAgent.R can be difficult to detect and remove, as they often disguise themselves as legitimate programs or system files.
How PUP.HackAgent.R Operates
PUP.HackAgent.R operates by using various tactics to evade detection and maintain its presence on your system. It may create fake system files, modify registry entries, or inject itself into legitimate processes to avoid being detected by security software. Additionally, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates, send stolen data, or download additional malware. The primary goal of PUP.HackAgent.R is to generate revenue for its creators, often through affiliate marketing, advertising, or data selling.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying the symptoms of a PUP.HackAgent.R infection can be challenging, as they may resemble those of other malware or system issues. However, some common indicators include slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups or ads, unexpected changes to your browser settings or homepage, and suspicious network activity. You may also notice that your system is running out of disk space or that your browser is crashing frequently. If you suspect that your system is infected with PUP.HackAgent.R, it's crucial to take immediate action to remove it.
How to Remove PUP.HackAgent.R
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.HackAgent.R from loading and to allow your security software to run more efficiently.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of PUP.HackAgent.R and other malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you don't recognize or that were installed without your consent.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or modifications.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that PUP.HackAgent.R has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.HackAgent.R from your system requires a combination of technical expertise and caution. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security software, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. It's essential to stay vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system, such as keeping your operating system and software up-to-date, using strong antivirus software, and avoiding suspicious downloads or links. Remember that prevention is key, and being aware of the risks and symptoms of malware infections can help you maintain a secure and healthy computer system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.HackAgent.R |
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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:
d0e8eecfc2bcc1f628aa384b35ca8b8c
SHA1:
d451bc8b5b3fa70817789794ea7ef077be5b1fcb
SHA256:
DDC5B94B9BB39EEDD7B238B58EFA0522E006AA96887795066480BEDC6D0BB895
File Size:
854.54 KB, 854541 bytes
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MD5:
e8701d49411f27fc5a3d92e99fc76c06
SHA1:
6a2f5fec16d16b467f9041560d376fdca0fbb441
SHA256:
02BAB5A4A8FB6820E138B3B3B073FD344C7B54C764CF0C0D0189143D23F5574D
File Size:
250.37 KB, 250368 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 is 32-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- 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.
Digital Signatures
Digital Signatures
This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.| Signer | Root | Status |
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| Shanghai Microvirt Software Technology Co., Ltd. | DigiCert Trusted G4 Code Signing RSA4096 SHA384 2021 CA1 | Hash Mismatch |
| Shanghai Microvirt Software Technology Co., Ltd. | DigiCert Trusted G4 Code Signing RSA4096 SHA384 2021 CA1 | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- big overlay
- HighEntropy
- No Version Info
- 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: | 1,110 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 27 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,072 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 11 |
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.- Agent.XFM
- DarkRAT.F
- Downloader.Agent.JCD
- Genesis.A
- HackAgent.R
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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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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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\system32\cmd.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\cmd.exe /c pause
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