PUP.Keygen.IE
The detection of PUP.Keygen.IE 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 to prevent any potential harm.
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What Is PUP.Keygen.IE?
PUP.Keygen.IE is a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs are software programs that may not be malicious in nature but can still cause problems with your computer's performance, stability, and security. They can be installed through various means, such as bundled software downloads, infected websites, or malicious email attachments.
How PUP.Keygen.IE Operates
PUPs like PUP.Keygen.IE can operate in various ways, depending on their intended purpose. They may display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or install additional software without permission. In some cases, PUPs can also create system vulnerabilities that can be exploited by other malware. It is crucial to remove PUPs as soon as possible to prevent any potential harm to your system and data.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a PUP.Keygen.IE infection can vary, but common signs include slow system performance, unwanted advertisements, and suspicious program installations. You may also notice unusual system behavior, such as unexpected pop-ups, browser redirects, or changes to your system settings. If you suspect that your system is infected with PUP.Keygen.IE, it is essential to take immediate action to remove the threat.
How to Remove PUP.Keygen.IE
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of PUP.Keygen.IE.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP, as they may be contributing to the infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Keygen.IE from your system is crucial to preventing any potential harm and maintaining your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the threat and protect your system from similar infections in the future. It is also essential to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and email attachments, to reduce the risk of PUP infections. Regular system scans and updates can also help to detect and remove any potential threats before they cause harm.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Keygen.IE |
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| Packers: | UPX |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
4c9f3cba924bee2bebf3f9db99d03bd3
SHA1:
bc4de025b735c4ccc6febd98601014e536cf3427
SHA256:
1C30000A74B4109B21A2E8CAD1BFE9B5FA64F4361AA6B6332A63C5554C1CD00C
File Size:
98.82 KB, 98816 bytes
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MD5:
c3fd52514b730c5acfb00dd40060e623
SHA1:
061cf0ac97dffee4733e620e186610c05c6b7a5b
SHA256:
F55BB816438C2761A2D0B5550299DB948BFCD5F64CA4989F517050643B0C16A9
File Size:
50.18 KB, 50176 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 exports table
- File doesn't have relocations information
- File doesn't have security information
- File has been packed
- File has TLS information
- 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)
- 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
- 2+ executable sections
- 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: | 197 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 193 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 3 |
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.DGFB
- Autorun.KA
- KillMBR.XE
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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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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