Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 50 |
| First Seen: | September 30, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | October 18, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F is a dangerous Trojan horse infection that targets Windows computers. Built on the Microsoft .NET framework, this malicious program is designed to infiltrate systems quietly, operate without the user's knowledge, and open the door for a wide range of damaging actions. With a danger level rated at 8 out of 10, Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F poses a serious threat to both personal data and overall system security.
Table of Contents
What Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F Does
Once active on a system, Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F runs silently in the background, avoiding obvious signs of its presence. It is capable of granting attackers remote access to the infected machine, which can lead to a loss of control over the computer. This Trojan may covertly delete files, install additional malicious software without the user's consent, and carry out other harmful functions behind the scenes. Because it does not carry a valid digital signature, it can bypass certain trust checks that legitimate software would normally pass, making it harder for an untrained eye to distinguish it from safe applications.
Technical analysis shows that this threat includes functionality to detect whether it is being analyzed in a debugging environment, a technique commonly used by malware authors to evade detection and analysis by security researchers. It also makes use of encryption-related system functions, which can be leveraged to hide its activities or protect stolen data as it is processed or transmitted.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F typically spreads through deceptive means rather than by exploiting a single specific vulnerability. Common infection paths include software downloaded from untrustworthy or malicious websites, as well as email attachments sent from unknown or untrusted senders. These attachments may be disguised with misleading file extensions, such as .exe, .pif, .avi, or even .jpg, tricking users into believing they are opening a harmless file when they are actually executing a malicious program. In some cases, this type of Trojan can also take advantage of unpatched system or software vulnerabilities to install itself without any direct action from the user.
Risks for the User
The presence of Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F on a computer can lead to severe consequences. Because it may give attackers remote control over the infected system, users risk having their personal files accessed, modified, or deleted without permission. Additional malware could be silently installed, compounding the damage. Sensitive information, including login credentials, financial details, and other personal data, may be exposed or stolen. Left unaddressed, this Trojan can also degrade system performance and stability, and it may serve as a foothold for further attacks on the compromised device.
Signs of Infection
Because Trojans like this one are built to run stealthily, obvious warning signs are often absent. However, users should watch for unexplained slowdowns, unusual network activity, unfamiliar programs or processes running in the background, changes to files or settings that were not made by the user, and security tools that unexpectedly fail to launch or update. Frequent crashes or unusual behavior from installed applications can also be indicators of an underlying infection.
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the risk of infection, avoid downloading software from unverified or suspicious websites, and never open email attachments from unknown or untrusted senders, even if the file extension appears harmless. Keep your operating system and all installed applications up to date, since outdated software can contain security flaws that Trojans exploit. Using reputable security software, maintaining regular backups of important files, and practicing caution when browsing or opening downloaded files are essential habits that significantly lower the chances of falling victim to threats like Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.MSIL.Brute.F |
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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:
ec15981542b0e5466494b676c2c9956a
SHA1:
ba5e64f556ed1a6ab195ba66b39118dca2c10b1d
SHA256:
52C79A4E23A0F59C135550C077650CF2A96F1926FCBC3CCF3A3501FAF398DEF4
File Size:
290.82 KB, 290816 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- 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)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Icons
File Icons
This section displays icon resources found within family samples. Malware often replicates icons commonly associated with legitimate software to mislead users into believing the malware is safe.
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 |
|---|---|
| Assembly Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| File Description | DispensacionEmergencia |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | DispensacionEmergencia.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright © 2018 |
| Original Filename | DispensacionEmergencia.exe |
| Product Name | DispensacionEmergencia |
| Product Version | 1.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- .NET
- 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: | 229 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 9 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 90 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 130 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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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| Encryption Used |
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