Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Agent.NOD

Trojan.Agent.NOD

By CagedTech in Trojans

Threat Scorecard

Popularity Rank: 1,074
Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 1,315
First Seen: November 6, 2023
Last Seen: July 20, 2026
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Trojan.Agent.NOD 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 how to remove it effectively.

What Is Trojan.Agent.NOD?

Trojan.Agent.NOD is a type of Trojan horse malware, which is a broad category of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate or harmless. The term "Trojan" comes from the legendary Trojan Horse, where attackers hid inside a giant wooden horse to gain access to a protected area. Similarly, Trojan malware hides within or masquerades as legitimate software to infiltrate and compromise computer systems. The ".NOD" suffix might indicate a specific variant or detection signature, but without more information, it's primarily a label for identification purposes.

How Trojan.Agent.NOD Operates

Trojan horses like Trojan.Agent.NOD typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or human behavior to gain unauthorized access to a computer system. Once inside, they can perform a variety of malicious actions, including but not limited to, stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, allowing remote access to the attacker, or disrupting system operation. The specific actions of Trojan.Agent.NOD would depend on its programming and the goals of its creators, which can vary widely among different types of Trojans.

Symptoms of Infection

The symptoms of a Trojan.Agent.NOD infection can vary, but common indicators of a Trojan infection include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected pop-ups, slow system performance, unfamiliar programs or icons, or increased network activity without apparent cause. Sometimes, infections may not exhibit noticeable symptoms immediately, making regular system monitoring and security scans crucial for early detection.

How to Remove Trojan.Agent.NOD

  1. Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking. This will limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process while still allowing you to download and install necessary tools.
  2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions to improve the chances of detecting and removing the malware.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the malware was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs you are sure are not needed.
  4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This can help remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
  5. Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the malware has been completely removed. Repeat this process if any remnants are found.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.Agent.NOD requires careful and thorough steps to ensure your system is completely cleaned and protected. It's also essential to take preventive measures to avoid future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong, unique passwords, and being cautious when opening emails or downloading software from the internet. By understanding the nature of Trojan horses and taking proactive steps, you can significantly reduce the risk of malware infections and protect your digital security.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: Trojan.Agent.NOD
Signature status: Root Not Trusted

Known Samples

MD5: 254f1b6c0331ed56209ce20493dbe79a
SHA1: 007041159f071ffc06b4ea1b483d92f8caacd581
SHA256: C4D35DD9537D295C04AB9EBBB9797166A7060981722854F9AA51F123ECF121FA
File Size: 3.75 MB, 3745904 bytes
MD5: 5ef79aeef7bc9053bd5e766b93e6d1cb
SHA1: bd1dcf5a0999962cce848cd76272d1c70985166a
SHA256: A7F50439A53E659E6BDDFC91FD2CA933AC51559B98E464B5B676603CA8CE2807
File Size: 3.75 MB, 3745904 bytes
MD5: 13b8bb087f043eb3058829180499f28f
SHA1: c1b1f7e0b537532b3ec1a6d244ee579584512516
SHA256: 87B0DE26FC974BFB792185396AC3B7046B371A1A1134FDF838F7E2AF75563138
File Size: 372.34 KB, 372336 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

  • File doesn't have "Rich" header
  • File doesn't have exports table
  • File has TLS information
  • File is 64-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)
  • IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Icons

Windows PE Version Information

Name Value
Company Name Disc Soft Limited
File Description
  • DAEMON Tools Lite Helper application
  • DAEMON Tools Shell Extensions Helper
File Version
  • 12.5.0.2433
  • 12.5.0.2423
  • 12.5.0.2421
Internal Name
  • DTProHelper.exe
  • DTShellHlp.exe
Legal Copyright © 2007-2026 Disc Soft Limited.
Original Filename
  • DTProHelper.exe
  • DTShellHlp.exe
Product Name DAEMON Tools Lite
Product Version
  • 12.5.0.2433
  • 12.5.0.2423
  • 12.5.0.2421

Digital Signatures

Signer Root Status
AVB Disc Soft, SIA Entrust Code Signing Root Certification Authority - CSBR1 Root Not Trusted

File Traits

  • 2+ executable sections
  • fptable
  • x64

Block Information

Total Blocks: 580
Potentially Malicious Blocks: 18
Whitelisted Blocks: 562
Unknown Blocks: 0

Visual Map

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0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

  • Agent.NOD

Windows API Usage

Category API
Syscall Use
  • ntdll.dll!NtClose
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenKeyEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtProtectVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryAttributesFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryPerformanceCounter
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  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityAttributesToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtReleaseWorkerFactoryWorker
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForWorkViaWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtWorkerFactoryWorkerReady
  • ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile
  • UNKNOWN
User Data Access
  • GetComputerName
  • GetComputerNameEx
Network Info Queried
  • GetAdaptersInfo
Network Wininet
  • InternetOpen

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