Trojan.Kryptik.XX
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 4 |
| First Seen: | October 12, 2024 |
| Last Seen: | March 20, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Kryptik.XX on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report provides an overview of the threat, its operations, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Kryptik.XX?
Trojan.Kryptik.XX is a type of malware that can compromise the security and integrity of your computer system. The term "Trojan" refers to a class of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software, allowing it to bypass security defenses and gain unauthorized access to a system. Once inside, it can perform a variety of malicious activities, depending on its design and the intentions of its creators.
How Trojan.Kryptik.XX Operates
Malware like Trojan.Kryptik.XX typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing it. Once installed, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions, which might include stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or using the infected computer as part of a botnet for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks or spamming. The specific operations of Trojan.Kryptik.XX can vary, but its primary goal is to remain hidden while it conducts its malicious activities.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan.Kryptik.XX infection can be subtle and may not always be immediately apparent. Common indicators of a malware infection include unexpected changes to your computer's behavior, such as slower performance, unfamiliar programs or icons, unexpected pop-ups, or changes to your browser settings. Additionally, you might notice that your antivirus software is disabled or that you are unable to access certain system settings or files.
- Unexplained system crashes or freezes
- New, unfamiliar icons or programs on your desktop or in your program list
- Changes to your browser homepage, search engine, or the appearance of unwanted toolbars
- Pop-ups or unexpected ads appearing on your screen
- Detection by your antivirus software, followed by an inability to remove the threat
How to Remove Trojan.Kryptik.XX
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking. This will limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process and allow you to download necessary tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions before scanning.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the malware was detected.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
The removal of Trojan.Kryptik.XX requires careful and thorough steps to ensure that all malicious components are eliminated from your system. It's crucial to stay vigilant and keep your antivirus and operating system updated to prevent future infections. Regularly backing up important data and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading software from the internet can also help protect your system from malware threats. If you are unsure about any part of the removal process, consider seeking help from a professional to ensure your system is completely clean and secure.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Kryptik.XX |
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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:
79869750b0b93bceaff28c92b30fe54a
SHA1:
ab296bcf1aeaf8aeb1b4a4ab9689ad4c58c64844
SHA256:
3AA4346108C7C0A2EA352613650EDB491762F4CE78B48D8D2BC80FC7D9FDA826
File Size:
58.37 KB, 58368 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 | Microsoft Corporation |
| File Description | Windows Sockets Helper DLL for PGM |
| File Version | 5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-0852) |
| Internal Name | wshrm.dll |
| Legal Copyright | © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. |
| Original Filename | wshrm.dll |
| Product Name | Microsoft® Windows® Operating System |
| Product Version | 5.1.2600.5512 |
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: | 176 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 43 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 19 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 114 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Registry Modifications
Registry Modifications
This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.| Key::Value | Data | API Name |
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| HKLM\system\controlset001\control\session manager::pendingfilerenameoperations | \??\C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\5.0\cache\content::cacheprefix | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\5.0\cache\cookies::cacheprefix | Cookie: | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\5.0\cache\history::cacheprefix | Visited: | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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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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\ab296bcf1aeaf8aeb1b4a4ab9689ad4c58c64844_0000058368.,LiQMAxHB
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