PUP.Montiera.D

The detection of PUP.Montiera.D 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 and prevent future infections.

What Is PUP.Montiera.D?

PUP.Montiera.D is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as malicious as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your privacy. PUPs are often installed unintentionally, and they can be difficult to remove without the right tools and knowledge.

How PUP.Montiera.D Operates

PUP.Montiera.D, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system and then executing its payload. This can happen through various means, such as when you download and install software from untrusted sources, click on suspicious links, or open malicious email attachments. Once installed, PUP.Montiera.D can collect your personal data, display unwanted advertisements, and slow down your system's performance. It may also install additional malware or PUPs, making it harder to remove and increasing the risk of further infections.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.Montiera.D, you may notice several symptoms. These can include a significant decrease in system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and changes to your browser's homepage or search engine. You may also notice that your system is slow to start up or shut down, or that certain programs are not functioning correctly. In some cases, you may see suspicious programs or toolbars installed on your system that you do not remember installing.

• Unwanted advertisements and pop-ups
• Changes to your browser's settings
• Slow system performance
• Suspicious programs or toolbars installed

How to Remove PUP.Montiera.D

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Montiera.D from loading and to give you access to the internet for downloading removal tools.
2. Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove PUP.Montiera.D and any other malware or PUPs that may be present.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed without your knowledge or consent.
4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by PUP.Montiera.D.
5. Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all traces of PUP.Montiera.D have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Montiera.D from your system requires careful attention to detail and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and keeping your software up to date, you can help protect your system from future infections. Remember, the key to preventing PUP infections is vigilance and proactive maintenance of your system's security.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.Montiera.D
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: d04606d46b91e7c6b47dd382444c151a SHA1: 9eef2e2e03b8b7c288884916d04ade4adb9ce836 SHA256: 006E792AD6F23C3102E51CD6261A5FA2FF98B5C9FEE4208EC86B56D909E528D3 File Size: 357.48 KB, 357479 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• 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

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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.

Windows PE Version Information

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Windows PE Version Information

This section displays values and attributes that have been set in the Windows file version information data structure for samples within this family. To mislead users, malware actors often add fake version information mimicking legitimate software.

Name	Value
Company Name	BabylonToolbar
File Version	1.8.3.8
Product Name	BabylonToolbar

File Traits

• dll
• x86

Files Modified

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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:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\mt.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\mt.dll	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\nsisos.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\nsisos.dll	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\system.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\system.dll	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\time.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsc5a78.tmp\time.dll	Synchronize,Write Attributes

Registry Modifications

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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\system\controlset001\control\session manager::pendingfilerenameoperations	\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\77e37ce0-8214-4414-aced-551c5ae204d7.tmp\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\e28eadcf-6ab0-4d8c-8821-7ce9a6aba1	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\controlset001\control\session manager::pendingfilerenameoperations	\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\77e37ce0-8214-4414-aced-551c5ae204d7.tmp\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\e28eadcf-6ab0-4d8c-8821-7ce9a6aba1	RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

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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
Network Info Queried	GetAdaptersInfo