Trojan.Agent.GDSHA
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | August 22, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | September 29, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Agent.GDSHA on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report provides an overview of the threat, its operating methods, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Agent.GDSHA?
Trojan.Agent.GDSHA is a type of malware that falls under the category of Trojans, which are malicious programs designed to gain unauthorized access to a computer system. The name "Trojan" refers to the method of infection, where the malware disguises itself as a legitimate program or file to evade detection. Trojan.Agent.GDSHA, like other Trojans, can be used to steal sensitive information, disrupt system operations, or provide a backdoor for further malicious activities.
How Trojan.Agent.GDSHA Operates
Trojans like Trojan.Agent.GDSHA typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing them. Once installed, they can communicate with their command and control servers to receive instructions, which might include downloading additional malware, stealing data, or using the infected computer for malicious activities such as spamming or participating in distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. The specific operations of Trojan.Agent.GDSHA can vary, but its primary goal is to compromise the security and integrity of the infected system.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying a Trojan infection can be challenging due to its stealthy nature. However, some common symptoms may indicate the presence of Trojan.Agent.GDSHA or similar malware. These include unexpected changes in system performance, such as slow operation, frequent crashes, or unusual network activity. Additionally, the appearance of unwanted programs, toolbars, or pop-ups can also be indicative of a Trojan infection. It's essential to monitor your system's behavior and take action if you notice any unusual activity.
How to Remove Trojan.Agent.GDSHA
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a clean environment to perform removal steps.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This can help identify and remove the Trojan and any associated malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time of the infection.
- Reset your web browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the Trojan.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of the Trojan have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Agent.GDSHA requires careful and systematic steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from your system. It's crucial to stay vigilant and monitor your system's performance after removal to prevent future infections. Keeping your operating system, software, and security tools up to date, as well as practicing safe computing habits such as avoiding suspicious downloads and links, can significantly reduce the risk of malware infections. If you're unsure about any part of the removal process, consider seeking help from a professional to ensure your system is thoroughly cleaned and protected.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Agent.GDSHA |
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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:
2e2669a33eace6d3a59a8e45c3324fdf
SHA1:
18291592b731ac519bd371d25beafb092dc72570
SHA256:
6E6CE6A918228FC609ECD2682CEA75E470CFBD3AA2A0A5BAFAD40A7DACBDA51F
File Size:
55.30 KB, 55296 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 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
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
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- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- No Version Info
- 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: | 209 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 16 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 191 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 2 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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 |
|---|---|
| Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144 | |
| Generic Write,Read Attributes,Delete,LEFT 262144 | |
| Generic Write,Read Data,Read Attributes,Delete,LEFT 262144 | |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\dfil1.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\dfil2.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\dfil3.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\dfil4.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\desktop\documents backup.lnk | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\desktop\update.exe | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144 |
| c:\users\user\desktop\update.exe | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
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| c:\users\user\downloads\update.exe | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144 |
| c:\users\user\downloads\update.exe | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\users\user\update.exe | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144 |
| c:\users\user\update.exe | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\windows\appcompat\programs\amcache.hve | Read Data,Read Control,Write Data |
| c:\windows\appcompat\programs\amcache.hve.log1 | Read Data,Write Data |
| c:\windows\appcompat\programs\amcache.hve.log2 | Read Data,Write Data |
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\classes\txtfile\shell\open\command:: | "c:\users\user\downloads\18291592b731ac519bd371d25beafb092dc72570_0000055296" "%1" | 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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| Network Wininet |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Network Lmaccess |
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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:\Users\Tasmedts\AppData\Local\Temp\DfIl1.exe (NULL)
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C:\Users\Tasmedts\AppData\Local\Temp\DfIl2.exe (NULL)
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C:\Users\Tasmedts\AppData\Local\Temp\DfIl3.exe (NULL)
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C:\Users\Tasmedts\AppData\Local\Temp\DfIl4.exe (NULL)
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