PUP.NSSM.A
The detection of PUP.NSSM.A 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 appropriate steps to remove it to prevent potential harm.
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What Is PUP.NSSM.A?
PUP.NSSM.A is a detection name given to a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs are software applications that may not be malicious in nature but can still cause problems, such as displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or slowing down system performance. The name PUP.NSSM.A suggests that it is a type of PUP, but it does not provide specific information about its functionality or behavior.
How PUP.NSSM.A Operates
PUPs like PUP.NSSM.A can operate in various ways, depending on their design and purpose. Some common characteristics of PUPs include the ability to install additional software, modify system settings, and collect user data. They may also display unwanted advertisements, such as pop-ups, banners, or sponsored search results. In some cases, PUPs can be used to deliver more malicious payloads, such as viruses, Trojans, or spyware. However, without more specific information, it's difficult to determine the exact behavior of PUP.NSSM.A.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.NSSM.A, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted advertisements, and unexpected changes to your browser settings or search results. You may also notice that your system is running more slowly than usual, or that your browser is crashing or freezing frequently. Additionally, you may see suspicious programs or applications installed on your system that you don't remember installing.
How to Remove PUP.NSSM.A
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.NSSM.A from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and run a full scan of your system to detect and remove PUP.NSSM.A and any related files or applications.
- 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 add-ons.
- Reboot your system and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.NSSM.A has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.NSSM.A 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 ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and any related threats. It's also essential to take steps to prevent future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when downloading and installing new applications. By taking these precautions, you can help protect your system and your personal data from potential harm.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.NSSM.A |
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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:
7463e7853c0e1ab17dbb7873077ca7a9
SHA1:
d99ebd29a5839cc0beb6b1a9477b4d504edda2ca
SHA256:
E6D16CA7AC106034344D6EE0C8BD221A42257C4B65E7D52E8829462A38149772
File Size:
431.10 KB, 431104 bytes
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MD5:
065baa7410f8aeba5261a495e7214b58
SHA1:
20bfe878a1bedcccc8031e09d1a41614b5535d26
SHA256:
792613D5D5413C26C49914FC3DD32895E99F39FFD22BE283D8D5248504EACE09
File Size:
294.92 KB, 294919 bytes
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MD5:
99fded377934d41c3d677d74e935ba27
SHA1:
40527d1ac4edbb6cf592c504595bbeac14a34f42
SHA256:
D679640FA255E557A4646B1971C55747963E87E6D2F77FF0580064146D72DFDB
File Size:
898.05 KB, 898048 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 console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- 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.
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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| Comments | http://nssm.cc/ |
| File Description |
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| File Version |
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| Legal Copyright | Public Domain; Author Iain Patterson 2003-2014 |
| Product Name | NSSM 32-bit |
| Product Version |
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File Traits
- GetConsoleWindow
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 368 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 91 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 276 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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 |
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| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\eventlog\application\nssm::eventmessagefile | c:\users\user\downloads\d99ebd29a5839cc0beb6b1a9477b4d504edda2ca_0000431104 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\eventlog\application\nssm::typessupported | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\eventlog\application\nssm::eventmessagefile | c:\users\user\downloads\20bfe878a1bedcccc8031e09d1a41614b5535d26_0000294919 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
