Trojan.Agent.HGS
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| Popularity Rank: | 25,373 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 10 |
| First Seen: | April 16, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | June 14, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Agent.HGS on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to compromise the security and integrity of your computer, and it's essential to understand its nature and take steps to remove it.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Agent.HGS?
Trojan.Agent.HGS is a type of Trojan horse malware, which is a broad category of threats that can perform various malicious actions on an infected system. The term "Trojan" refers to the fact that this type of malware often disguises itself as legitimate software or hides within other programs, allowing it to bypass security measures and gain unauthorized access to a system. The specific characteristics and behaviors of Trojan.Agent.HGS can vary, but its primary goal is to compromise the security and integrity of the infected computer.
How Trojan.Agent.HGS Operates
Once Trojan.Agent.HGS infects a system, it can operate in various ways, depending on its design and purpose. It may attempt to connect to remote servers or command and control centers to receive instructions or transmit stolen data. Some Trojans are designed to create backdoors, allowing hackers to access the infected system remotely, while others may be used to distribute additional malware or engage in other malicious activities. The exact operation of Trojan.Agent.HGS can depend on its specific programming and the intentions of its creators.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Trojan.Agent.HGS infection can vary, but common indicators include unusual system behavior, such as slow performance, unexpected crashes, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You may also notice changes to your system settings, unfamiliar icons or shortcuts, or unexpected network activity. In some cases, the infection may not exhibit obvious symptoms, making it difficult to detect without proper security tools.
How to Remove Trojan.Agent.HGS
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Agent.HGS from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware's behavior. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security tools, you can help ensure the complete removal of the malware and prevent future infections. It's essential to remain vigilant and proactive in maintaining your system's security, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and avoiding suspicious downloads or links.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Agent.HGS |
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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:
3b176ee12e468acb0c4a13b14a70b92b
SHA1:
5379ee98411cdf8e5c17b3add100aa432a92968b
SHA256:
F27548EC0EF80B352949709A37743054FC9288A9833760B75B64DD9579F412F9
File Size:
95.74 KB, 95744 bytes
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MD5:
1e911626f55575c10b9e8bb79731395c
SHA1:
7feb8c9968ec5f10ce8b8193d8a3f953a40dea9a
SHA256:
7B556339D48D0351BA97E86B68A945C707BA4928DE615B4B9D8D41B48164593C
File Size:
71.17 KB, 71168 bytes
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MD5:
b397141200c07d8bb0289edee96612d6
SHA1:
91380f51c3546574d5e8c32671f9a1d765e087b7
SHA256:
BBCBAF864546886D8514E54679441926C0E4B20C9F9D51CC53CDE4A858570B17
File Size:
2.56 MB, 2563584 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 has been packed
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
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- 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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| File Description | PowerSpirit |
| File Version | 1.3.0.0 |
| Internal Name | rPE |
| Legal Copyright | (c) 2025 by PowerSpirit |
| Original Filename | PowerSpirit.exe |
| Product Name | PowerSpirit |
| Product Version | 1.3.0.0 |
File Traits
- .adata
- .aspack
- 2+ executable sections
- ASPack v2.12
- dll
- HighEntropy
- packed
- 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: | 5,275 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 364 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 4,911 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - 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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| Syscall Use |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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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:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\5379ee98411cdf8e5c17b3add100aa432a92968b_0000095744.,LiQMAxHB
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\7feb8c9968ec5f10ce8b8193d8a3f953a40dea9a_0000071168.,LiQMAxHB
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