Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW
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| Popularity Rank: | 26,464 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 25 |
| First Seen: | November 21, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | May 19, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to download and install additional malicious software on your computer, which can lead to a range of problems, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to your personal information.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW?
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW is a type of Trojan horse malware that is designed to download and install other malicious programs on your computer. The "Gen" in the name suggests that it is a generic detection, meaning that it is a broad category of malware rather than a specific variant. This type of malware can be particularly dangerous, as it can be used to download a wide range of malicious software, including keyloggers, ransomware, and spyware.
How Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW Operates
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or tricking you into installing it. Once installed, it can connect to a remote server to download and install additional malware. This can happen without your knowledge or consent, and can be triggered by a range of actions, including visiting a malicious website, opening a malicious email attachment, or installing a program that is bundled with malware. The malware can then use your system to spread to other computers, steal your personal data, or engage in other malicious activities.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW infection can vary, but may include slow system performance, unexpected pop-ups or ads, unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop, and changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser is being redirected to unfamiliar websites, or that your antivirus software is detecting and blocking malicious activity. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to run regular virus scans and keep your antivirus software up to date.
How to Remove Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Use a reputable antivirus tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and remove any detected malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you don't recognize or that were installed around the time of the infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings.
- Reboot your computer and run another scan with your antivirus software to ensure that the malware has been fully removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware removal process. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is clean and secure. However, prevention is always the best cure, so make sure to keep your antivirus software up to date, avoid suspicious downloads and email attachments, and use strong passwords to protect your personal data. Remember, malware is a constant threat, and vigilance is key to protecting your system and your personal information.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW |
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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:
3d5c9533e7b2ea787cb9d506401d056d
SHA1:
178c06196ddc618812de7f9f4fbe3853a7f36add
SHA256:
F402C2AF635E775840A89AC3FB37F2683CD67CC11D1CAA525989E0F45217AD36
File Size:
2.40 MB, 2400256 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 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)
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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| Company Name | Nokia Corporation and/or its subsidiary(-ies) |
| File Description | C++ application development framework. |
| File Version | 4.7.0.0 |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2010 Nokia Corporation and/or its subsidiary(-ies). |
| Original Filename | QtCore4.dll |
| Product Name | Qt4 |
File Traits
- dll
- 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: | 7,208 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 5 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 7,203 |
| 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.- Rugmi.IFB
- Rugmi.PG
- Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AW
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\178c06196ddc618812de7f9f4fbe3853a7f36add_0002400256.,LiQMAxHB
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