PUP.WebPlugin
The detection of PUP.WebPlugin 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 occurrences.
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What Is PUP.WebPlugin?
PUP.WebPlugin is a type of potentially unwanted program that can be installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. These programs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from the internet, and they can cause a range of problems, including slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted ads, and potentially exposing your personal data to risk.
PUPs like PUP.WebPlugin are not typically considered to be malicious in the classical sense, but they can still have a significant impact on your system's performance and security. They may also be used as a means to deliver more malicious software, such as viruses or Trojans, onto your system.
How PUP.WebPlugin Operates
PUP.WebPlugin operates by installing itself on your system and then running in the background, often without your knowledge or consent. It may use various techniques to evade detection, such as disguising itself as a legitimate program or using code that is difficult to detect.
Once installed, PUP.WebPlugin may begin to display unwanted ads, collect your personal data, or slow down your system's performance. It may also use your system's resources to perform other tasks, such as clicking on ads or visiting certain websites.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.WebPlugin, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slowed-down performance, unwanted ads or pop-ups, and potentially even crashes or freezes. You may also notice that your system is using more resources than usual, or that your internet connection is slower than usual.
In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to regularly scan your system for potentially unwanted programs like PUP.WebPlugin.
How to Remove PUP.WebPlugin
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.WebPlugin from running and to give you more control over the removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any potentially unwanted programs, including PUP.WebPlugin.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you have installed recently, as these may be related to the PUP.WebPlugin infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons that may be related to PUP.WebPlugin.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.WebPlugin has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.WebPlugin from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is free from potentially unwanted programs and that your personal data is protected.
It's also essential to take steps to prevent future occurrences, such as being cautious when downloading software from the internet, avoiding suspicious links or emails, and regularly scanning your system for potentially unwanted programs.
By staying vigilant and taking the necessary precautions, you can help to keep your system and your personal data safe from threats like PUP.WebPlugin.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.WebPlugin |
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| Signature status: | Root Not Trusted |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
ade79b2c3da1399b13c0fde79d469b00
SHA1:
eef38b9f196fe40886f6b661b1d23919eed66bab
File Size:
2.86 MB, 2859072 bytes
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MD5:
8e65a48574273d9c773c6b42b7e2a501
SHA1:
76d3ba07449bd993c059911e2d563090f07d89c0
SHA256:
34453F28FD58567BAFDC571D7C054239A7408E1F41D51761BBB1A926CD921905
File Size:
1.01 MB, 1007502 bytes
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MD5:
a44967aa0621049c6f334e1a697e672c
SHA1:
9d8a68d2177d8449c5f7e8ef9f55fe7c32e0a847
SHA256:
CAC12C10269E160CD0A6C41D15B975F1A95A13A8384248EA2795A80EFCDD8303
File Size:
1.03 MB, 1027928 bytes
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MD5:
8e6785ceba5cf1ded9d94114873f798c
SHA1:
59556ad96f8733aec81406cf946fd918a842fe52
SHA256:
FC97E8EF36AB6A4FF0BFA778DAB368C613D3A9FB9C268290A0DE15BBC89C8DD0
File Size:
813.41 KB, 813407 bytes
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MD5:
398025486a4e0f12a506a712770c7e50
SHA1:
6a6d8e39a33d147aafd2dfd8e91c2b6e01f042a4
SHA256:
ACA25BD2228C64B3032F7055260B211ED743006C19791D27AEEC08D3B2527802
File Size:
653.49 KB, 653492 bytes
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MD5:
e1a4ffb50b74b830ea763edafba61597
SHA1:
1723cff79540ae260ae305dc4ad07e460524d5c7
SHA256:
3BFBDF26B35ABF1C174315565C8BB1961F31886D3C9E8D089D2D5AACE43B39CB
File Size:
480.08 KB, 480080 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.
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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| File Version |
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| Product Name | WebPlugin |
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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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| Bosch Security Systems B.V. | VeriSign Class 3 Public Primary Certification Authority - G5 | Root Not Trusted |
| INTELBRAS SA INDUSTRIA DE TELECOMUNICACAO ELETRONICA BRASILEIRA | VeriSign Class 3 Public Primary Certification Authority - G5 | Root Not Trusted |
| INTELBRAS SA INDUSTRIA DE TELECOMUNICACAO ELETRONICA BRASILEIRA | VeriSign Class 3 Public Primary Certification Authority - G5 | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- Badsig nsis
- Installer Manifest
- nosig nsis
- Nullsoft Installer
- x86
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 |
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| \device\namedpipe | Generic Read,Write Attributes |
| \device\namedpipe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\fisheye.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\fisheyectrl.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\h264dec.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\hevcdec.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\ivsdrawer.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\mcl_fptz.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\mjpegdec.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\netsdk.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\npmedia.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\nptimegrid.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\play.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\postproc.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\surveillancedll.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\timeaxesdll.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\timegridexe.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\uninst.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\version.ini | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\videoanalyse.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\videowindow.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\boschnew\webplugin\webactiveexe.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\dhnetsdk.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\dhplay.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\dhsurveillancedll.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\h264dec.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\ivsdrawer.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\mjpegdec.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\npplugin.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\postproc.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\speech_enhance.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\version.ini | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\videowindow.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\program files (x86)\webrec\web30\webview_l\mhdx3000\webactivex.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsh50e1.tmp | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsk856.tmp | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nslff61.tmp | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsw8b.tmp\nsexec.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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\software\wow6432node\mozillaplugins\@dvr/npmedia-bosch-new,version=3.1.0.4::path | C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\BOSCHNEW\WebPlugin\npmedia.dll | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\mozillaplugins\@dvr/nptimegrid-bosch-new,version=3.1.0.4::path | C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\BOSCHNEW\WebPlugin\npTimeGrid.dll | 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 |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| User Data Access |
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| Process Terminate |
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Shell Command Execution
Shell Command Execution
This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.
"C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\BOSCHNEW\WebPlugin\WebActiveEXE.exe" /unregserver
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\BOSCHNEW\WebPlugin\TimeGridEXE.exe" /unregserver
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Tskill WebActiveEXE
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Tskill TimeGridEXE
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\BOSCHNEW\WebPlugin\WebActiveEXE.exe" /regserver
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\BOSCHNEW\WebPlugin\TimeGridEXE.exe" /regserver
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regsvr32 /s "atl.dll"
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\HDCVI\WebActiveEXE.exe" /unregserver
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\HDCVI\TimeGridEXE.exe" /unregserver
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TASKKILL /F /IM WebActiveEXE.exe
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TASKKILL /F /IM TimeGridEXE.exe
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\webrec\WEB30\WebView_L\MHDX3000\webActiveX.exe" /regserver
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