Trojan.Donut.M
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 2 |
| First Seen: | May 20, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | March 6, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Donut.M 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.Donut.M?
Trojan.Donut.M is a type of Trojan horse malware, which is a broad category of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate programs. The name "Trojan.Donut.M" suggests that it's a specific variant of malware, but its exact characteristics and behaviors may not be immediately clear. Trojans are often used to gain unauthorized access to a system, steal sensitive information, or disrupt normal computer operations.
How Trojan.Donut.M Operates
Like other Trojans, Trojan.Donut.M likely operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing it. Once inside a system, it may attempt to communicate with its creators or other malicious servers to receive instructions or transmit stolen data. The malware may also try to evade detection by disguising itself as a legitimate process or hiding in temporary files. Its primary goal is to remain undetected while causing harm to the infected system or stealing valuable information.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with Trojan.Donut.M may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slow performance, frequent crashes, or unusual network activity. You might notice that your computer is behaving erratically, such as displaying unexpected pop-ups, redirecting to unfamiliar websites, or experiencing unexplained changes to your desktop or settings. In some cases, the malware may not produce any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the aid of security software.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or files
- Increased network activity or suspicious connections
- Slow system performance or frequent crashes
- Appearance of unexpected pop-ups or advertisements
How to Remove Trojan.Donut.M
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access.
- 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 malware.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Donut.M from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as keeping your software up to date and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading files, you can help protect your system from future infections. Remember that prevention is key, and staying informed about the latest threats and security best practices is essential in today's digital landscape.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Donut.M |
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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:
71272a7ff4901c90f9d60b26f018d335
SHA1:
27ef6c323e9331a713643615e644c3edaf3396a9
SHA256:
53FB89600F7B00B44FBD8260A895A31084161AC58FD4C0780E8AC2060740489F
File Size:
8.75 MB, 8747008 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 security information
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- 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 Traits
- dll
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 15,019 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 4,397 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 10,622 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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.- Donut.M
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 Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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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\27ef6c323e9331a713643615e644c3edaf3396a9_0008747008.,LiQMAxHB
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