PUP.Rooter
The detection of PUP.Rooter 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 potential harm.
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What Is PUP.Rooter?
PUP.Rooter is a type of potentially unwanted program that can install itself on your system without your explicit consent. These programs often come bundled with other software or are downloaded from untrusted sources. While they may not be as malicious as other types of malware, PUPs can still cause problems, such as displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or modifying system settings.
How PUP.Rooter Operates
PUP.Rooter, like other PUPs, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing it. Once installed, it can start performing various unwanted actions, such as running background processes, accessing system resources, or communicating with remote servers. The primary goal of PUP.Rooter is to generate revenue for its creators, often at the expense of the user's experience and system security.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with PUP.Rooter may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, increased pop-up advertisements, unexpected changes to browser settings or homepage, and unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed. Users may also notice that their system is running more slowly than usual or that certain applications are not functioning correctly. These symptoms can be indicative of a PUP infection and should be investigated further to determine the cause.
How to Remove PUP.Rooter
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Rooter from loading and to allow for a more straightforward removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of PUP.Rooter.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the PUP was detected, as these may be related to the infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by PUP.Rooter.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that all remnants of PUP.Rooter have been removed.
It is crucial to follow these steps carefully to ensure the complete removal of PUP.Rooter and to prevent potential reinfection.
Conclusion
The removal of PUP.Rooter requires a combination of technical knowledge and caution. By understanding the nature of this threat and following the recommended removal steps, you can help protect your system from potential harm and prevent future infections. It is also essential to maintain good security practices, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using reputable antivirus software, and being cautious when downloading and installing new programs. By taking these precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of PUP infections and keep your system secure.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Rooter |
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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:
b915ced8d38f4f89616b7ea14e05567c
SHA1:
78c00905a0bafd40636a2be47421d96cab222783
SHA256:
2FBEF759CB86BBC42522ABD36663070D765C7E380319DFFD2CAA1B9367EEBA5A
File Size:
51.58 KB, 51576 bytes
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MD5:
c0f2ecc479041ab1baae05760ff67e6f
SHA1:
029d0dc73d89654a6f007ff48629875a6ee5779b
SHA256:
43E285B843BEE50F4CA4D7936F73BD2D9D55F22B63F81202A2114B7B1472B556
File Size:
226.18 KB, 226179 bytes
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MD5:
71840634f8cfa984f3256d8dad036693
SHA1:
40679922692edb41110b3d8c3c72f6ddfe676b16
SHA256:
4776A520386FF6ACBA871FCCF11A91F2CD92C6252958D9892DA1A8668904E732
File Size:
961.54 KB, 961536 bytes
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MD5:
4c45071e5f86e4873d9d275bbc8674be
SHA1:
3194ef274e6a154146cc1f75ddb6cfd78096fc96
SHA256:
8EA0EBF946C41759C0349A9EA97156308B39F435EAEB1FEB83F6C86D5C3B7188
File Size:
222.71 KB, 222708 bytes
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MD5:
b10f69a9e6cb29cf99f657ac7754f6dd
SHA1:
eafce991c3d014e7b0fdb8434ab754a5f6767e3c
SHA256:
CBC1559EB6D47298D8BC2422BFFAFB59C68B2B77781C8F2CE44A1D907B621137
File Size:
1.05 MB, 1054208 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 .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
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- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET 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)
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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| Assembly Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Company Name | 深圳市信一网络有限公司 |
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Digital Signatures
Digital Signatures
This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.| Signer | Root | Status |
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| 深圳市信一网络有限公司 | Certification Authority of WoSign | Root Not Trusted |
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: | 29 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 5 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 11 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 13 |
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.- PhoneRoot.A
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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| Syscall Use |
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| User Data Access |
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