PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA
The detection of PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA 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.
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What Is PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA?
PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA is a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. The "PUP" designation indicates that this program is not necessarily malicious but can still cause problems and compromise your system's security. The "MSIL" part of the name suggests that it is written in Microsoft Intermediate Language, which is a platform-agnostic language used by the .NET Framework.
Potentially unwanted programs like PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA can be bundled with other software, such as games or freeware, and installed on your system during the installation process. They can also be downloaded from the internet or installed through exploits in vulnerable software.
How PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA Operates
PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA, like other PUPs, can operate in various ways, including displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, and modifying system settings. It may also interfere with other programs on your system, causing them to malfunction or crash. In some cases, PUPs can be used as a conduit for more malicious software, such as viruses or Trojans, to gain access to your system.
PUPs can be difficult to detect and remove because they often disguise themselves as legitimate programs or system files. They may also use tactics like code obfuscation and anti-debugging techniques to evade detection by security software.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, and unexpected changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser homepage or search engine has been changed without your consent, or that new toolbars or extensions have been installed.
In some cases, PUPs can cause more severe problems, such as data loss or system crashes. If you suspect that your system is infected with PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA, it is essential to take immediate action to remove the threat and prevent further damage.
How to Remove PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA and any other related threats.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP, taking care to follow the uninstallation instructions carefully to avoid causing further problems.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed and that no other threats are present.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is completely free of this potentially unwanted program and that you are protected against future infections. Remember to always be cautious when installing new software and to keep your security software up to date to prevent similar threats in the future.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.CCA |
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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:
259b20c8ce404c3f531c57e0f983ed27
SHA1:
39634839b1f2753d4ea4221ddf838a76100dfdcc
SHA256:
0638A64A1C4735CA3B1DA2D15466EC89CBEA4D438482B5D9749F259FB046DF55
File Size:
962.56 KB, 962560 bytes
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MD5:
1e9f865536ed9ecffb89e3f5273e1b2e
SHA1:
c64454d7443ae437cb24b0bbdd36bfe9cbeb58e5
SHA256:
CE1C4945283F202454AEF8AFB7DE84AF53FCF1694692C2FAFFC804B9D089D578
File Size:
269.31 KB, 269312 bytes
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MD5:
633d5190b0e937b4d824664826cdb603
SHA1:
9403b79dd235b2c1b6cc8ff2259de8911bf97300
SHA256:
022495F1E5DDC0E64A1E71CF589CAECCAB601B3F79C816DB600A8D46E51EC47B
File Size:
2.41 MB, 2406400 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 .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI 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)
Windows PE Version Information
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 |
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| Assembly Version | 1.0.0.0 |
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| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
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| Legal Copyright | Copyright © 2023 |
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File Traits
- .NET
- dll
- HighEntropy
- RijndaelManaged
- 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: | 3,071 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 366 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,665 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1,040 |
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0
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0
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Data truncated
0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
? - 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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