PUP.KillMBR.PE
The detection of PUP.KillMBR.PE 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 immediate action to remove it to prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.KillMBR.PE?
PUP.KillMBR.PE 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's stability and security. PUPs are often installed unintentionally by users, usually through bundled software downloads or by clicking on malicious links.
How PUP.KillMBR.PE Operates
PUP.KillMBR.PE, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system and then performing various unwanted actions. These actions can include displaying annoying advertisements, collecting user data, and modifying system settings. PUPs can also install additional malware or create backdoors for other malicious programs to exploit. In some cases, PUPs can even disable security software or prevent users from uninstalling them.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.KillMBR.PE, you may notice various symptoms, including slow system performance, frequent crashes, and unwanted pop-ups or advertisements. You may also notice that your browser settings have been changed, or that new toolbars or extensions have been installed without your consent. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to regularly scan your system for malware.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Slow system performance or frequent crashes
- Modified browser settings or new toolbars/extensions
- Unexplained changes to system settings or files
How to Remove PUP.KillMBR.PE
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malware or PUPs.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP.KillMBR.PE infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.KillMBR.PE from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware removal process. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and any associated malware. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links, and to regularly scan your system for malware to prevent future infections.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.KillMBR.PE |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
821d2146cdd9e5cf3f60959f68a19e61
SHA1:
291bf54d356e35252ab0bbe09a1c16f9b8aa7919
SHA256:
21CBA0FF1DA85FAA333320C6C4587277BC8BC54F5908F44128874530AB41AABE
File Size:
1.70 MB, 1695744 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 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
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- 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
- HighEntropy
- imgui
- 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: | 454 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 46 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 408 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Files Modified
Files Modified
This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.| File | Attributes |
|---|---|
| c:\windows\d3dx.dat | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\directdraw\mostrecentapplication::name | 291bf54d356e35252ab0bbe09a1c16f9b8aa7919_0001695744 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\directdraw\mostrecentapplication::id | {ٹ: | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\direct3d\mostrecentapplication::name | 291bf54d356e35252ab0bbe09a1c16f9b8aa7919_0001695744 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\directdraw\mostrecentapplication::name | 291bf54d356e35252ab0bbe09a1c16f9b8aa7919_0001695744 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\directdraw\mostrecentapplication::id | {ٹ: | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\directdraw\mostrecentapplication::name | 291bf54d356e35252ab0bbe09a1c16f9b8aa7919_0001695744 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\directdraw\mostrecentapplication::id | {ٹ: | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\appcompatflags\layers::c:\users\user\downloads\291bf54d356e35252ab0bbe09a1c16f9b8aa7919_0001695744 | DWM8And16BitMitigation | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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 |
|---|---|
| Other Suspicious |
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