Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK
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| Popularity Rank: | 1,308 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 271 |
| First Seen: | September 6, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | October 18, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK is a Trojan horse detection that targets Windows computers. Its main purpose is to quietly slip onto a system and then fetch and install additional malicious components without the user's knowledge. Like most threats in this category, it is built to work in the background, giving attackers a foothold on the infected machine that can be expanded later with other malware.
Table of Contents
What Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK Does
Once active, Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK installs itself stealthily and runs silently in the background, avoiding obvious signs of activity. It is capable of allowing hackers to gain complete control over the infected system. Analysis of its behavior shows that it can manipulate running processes, write data to files, free and modify memory, and use low-level system calls associated with evasion and process injection. It has also been observed launching legitimate Windows system tools, such as rundll32.exe, to execute its payload, a technique commonly used to blend malicious activity in with normal system operations and make detection harder. The file itself is not packed and carries a self-signed digital signature, which can give it a false sense of legitimacy to automated scanners and less careful users.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK typically spreads by exploiting system vulnerabilities and security flaws. It is commonly bundled with software downloaded from malicious or compromised websites, or delivered through email attachments sent from untrusted sources. These attachments may be disguised as executable files, screensavers, video files, or even image files, tricking users into opening them. Because the Trojan is designed to install without clear warning signs, many victims do not realize anything has happened until the damage is already done.
Risks for the User
The danger level associated with Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK is high. Trojans in this family are built to download and install further malicious software after the initial infection, which can lead to a cascade of problems: data theft, additional malware infections, unauthorized remote access, and potential full compromise of the system. Because it can give attackers complete control, sensitive information such as personal files, saved credentials, and financial data stored on the computer may be at risk. The use of process injection and anti-debugging techniques also makes this threat harder to detect and remove using casual methods.
Signs of Infection
Trojans of this type are designed to be stealthy, so obvious symptoms are not always present. However, users may notice unusual system slowdowns, unexpected network activity, unfamiliar processes running in Task Manager, or system tools like rundll32.exe launching without a clear reason. Unexpected changes in system behavior, new files appearing without explanation, or security software reporting suspicious activity can also be indicators that a downloader Trojan is present.
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the risk of infection, keep the Windows operating system and all installed software fully updated, since this Trojan relies on exploiting known vulnerabilities. Avoid downloading software from untrusted or unofficial websites, and be cautious with email attachments from unknown senders, especially executable files or files with unusual extensions. Regularly back up important data, use a reputable and up-to-date security solution to scan the system, and avoid disabling built-in security features such as User Account Control. Staying cautious about unexpected downloads and verifying the legitimacy of any software before installing it remains one of the most effective ways to prevent infections like Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Downloader.Gen.ANK |
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| Signature status: | Self Signed |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
6c49db889f751f349333e896573294d3
SHA1:
0ad7bd5aa581a4cbdb8c0012bc80624c00d854fa
SHA256:
CC587B75C873074D1699E628F364BF073EEF40240363036AE87A70382B449693
File Size:
2.31 MB, 2306448 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File has exports table
- 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)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
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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| Tencent Technology(Shenzhen) Company Limited | DigiCert Assured ID Code Signing CA-1 | Self Signed |
| Tencent Technology(Shenzhen) Company Limited | DigiCert SHA2 Assured ID Code Signing CA | Self Signed |
File Traits
- dll
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 8,127 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 946 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 7,181 |
| 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.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\0ad7bd5aa581a4cbdb8c0012bc80624c00d854fa_0002306448.,LiQMAxHB
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