Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 26 |
| First Seen: | October 18, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | February 14, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the threat, its operation, symptoms, and most importantly, steps to remove it from your system. Understanding the nature of this threat is crucial for taking appropriate measures to protect your data and system integrity.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK?
Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK is identified as a Trojan-type threat. Trojans are malicious programs that can cause significant harm to computer systems. They are designed to allow unauthorized access to the victim's system, enabling the attacker to steal sensitive information, disrupt operations, or use the infected system for malicious activities. The name suggests it's written in MSIL (Microsoft Intermediate Language), which is a platform-agnostic intermediate representation of the .NET Framework and .NET Core. This implies that the malware could potentially be executed on any system that supports .NET, making it versatile and dangerous.
How Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK Operates
While specific details about the operation of Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK are not available, Trojans generally operate by disguising themselves as legitimate software. Once installed on a system, they can create backdoors, allowing remote access to the attacker. This access can be used for a variety of malicious purposes, including data theft, keylogging, or using the system as a botnet for further malicious activities. The ability of Trojans to blend in with legitimate processes makes them particularly difficult to detect without proper security software.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan infection can vary widely. Common indicators include unexpected system crashes, slow system performance, unfamiliar programs or icons, and unexpected changes to system settings. Sometimes, Trojans may not exhibit obvious symptoms, making them difficult to detect without a thorough system scan. It's also possible for a system to be infected without the user noticing any significant changes, which is why regular system checks with anti-virus software are crucial.
How to Remove Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK
- Boot into Safe Mode with Networking: This will limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process. Safe Mode loads only the most basic drivers and services, making it easier to remove malicious programs.
- Perform a Full Scan: Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. Ensure the tool is updated to the latest version for the best results.
- Uninstall Suspicious Programs: Check your installed programs for anything that was installed around the time of the infection and uninstall it. Be cautious and only remove programs you are sure are malicious or unnecessary.
- Reset Browsers: If your browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) were affected, consider resetting them to their default settings. This can help remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the Trojan.
- Reboot and Re-scan: After removal, reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that all traces of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK requires careful and methodical steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from your system. Prevention is key; keeping your operating system, software, and security tools updated, along with practicing safe browsing habits, can significantly reduce the risk of future infections. Regular system scans and backups are also crucial for maintaining system integrity and data safety. If you're unsure about any part of the removal process, consider seeking help from a professional to ensure your system is thoroughly cleaned and protected.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.MSIL.Agent.XK |
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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:
e641690408faf6320fd7c820644ec889
SHA1:
bd65cec8507cbb6c59a535bfcca8d54f22284314
SHA256:
12557DCF9C9A609521D7A2CC84A7E6FB95A93957AED6BDA0F9644E96DFBBC180
File Size:
44.54 KB, 44544 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 exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File is .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- 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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| Assembly Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| File Description | App |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | App.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright © 2023 |
| Original Filename | App.exe |
| Product Name | App |
| Product Version | 1.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- .NET
- 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: | 149 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 142 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 7 |
| 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.- MSIL.Agent.XK
- MSIL.Agent.XKA
- MSIL.Agent.XKB
- MSIL.Brute.GI
- MSIL.Brute.PK
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- MSIL.Downloader.GFDB
Files Modified
Files Modified
This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.| File | Attributes |
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| \device\namedpipe\pshost.134152554319231238.3240.defaultappdomain.bd65cec8507cbb6c59a535bfcca8d54f22284314_0000044544 | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,LEFT 524288 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\__psscriptpolicytest_44vxss1h.mu3.ps1 | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\__psscriptpolicytest_kw0dbmtp.iji.psm1 | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | 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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| User Data Access |
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| Anti Debug |
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| Other Suspicious |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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| Network Winhttp |
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| Network Info Queried |
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| Encryption Used |
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