Trojan.MSILZilla.CN
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 5 |
| First Seen: | October 2, 2024 |
| Last Seen: | August 20, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.MSILZilla.CN 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 operational mechanisms, symptoms of infection, and most importantly, steps to remove it from your computer.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.MSILZilla.CN?
Trojan.MSILZilla.CN is identified as a Trojan-type threat, which is a broad category of malware designed to deceive users by appearing as legitimate software. The name itself does not directly indicate a specific malware family but suggests it could be related to or masquerade as a legitimate program to gain unauthorized access to a computer system. Trojans are known for their ability to create backdoors on infected systems, allowing attackers to remotely access and control the system, steal sensitive information, or use the system for malicious activities.
How Trojan.MSILZilla.CN Operates
Trojan.MSILZilla.CN, like other Trojans, likely operates by disguising itself as a legitimate application or file to trick users into installing it on their systems. Once installed, it can create a backdoor that allows remote access, enabling attackers to execute commands, steal data, or install additional malware. The exact operational mechanisms can vary, but the primary goal is to compromise the security of the infected system without the user's knowledge or consent.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan infection can be subtle and may not always be immediately noticeable. Common signs include unusual system behavior such as slow performance, frequent crashes, or the appearance of unwanted programs or toolbars in your web browser. You might also notice that your antivirus software is disabled or that you are being redirected to unwanted websites. In some cases, the presence of a Trojan might not be noticeable at all until significant damage has been done.
How to Remove Trojan.MSILZilla.CN
- Boot into Safe Mode with Networking: This will allow you to use the internet to download removal tools without the malware interfering. To do this, restart your computer and press the key to access your boot menu (this key varies by manufacturer but is often F12, F2, or Del). Select the option to boot into Safe Mode with Networking.
- Conduct a Full Scan with a Reputable Tool: Use an anti-malware tool such as SpyHunter to scan your system for the Trojan and other potential threats. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions before running the scan.
- Uninstall Suspicious Programs: Go through your installed programs and remove any that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time you suspect the infection occurred.
- Reset Your Browser Settings: Trojans can often modify browser settings. Resetting Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or any other browser you use to their default settings can help remove unwanted changes and extensions.
- Reboot and Re-scan: After removal, reboot your system and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the threat has been completely eliminated.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.MSILZilla.CN requires careful and thorough action to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from your system. It's also crucial to take preventive measures to avoid future infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading software from the internet. By following the steps outlined in this report and maintaining good cybersecurity practices, you can protect your system and data from threats like Trojan.MSILZilla.CN.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.MSILZilla.CN |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
4d797a68f062df6a14feaf6a251eb487
SHA1:
d33dbfcc8c7c855b5bd8597f7d85ceb096912d0b
SHA256:
FB4276FB04F6E45577418D7062C17411D0563750DD40FC63F84C956EE98A5F72
File Size:
254.98 KB, 254976 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 console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI 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)
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 |
| Company Name | IronmanPowerShellHost |
| File Description | IronmanPowerShellHost |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | IronmanPowerShellHost.exe |
| Original Filename | IronmanPowerShellHost.exe |
| Product Name | IronmanPowerShellHost |
| Product Version | 1.0.0+a98441eb39d1e6dc301fdbb2acdda1e87fd40a1f |
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: | 23 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 14 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 9 |
| 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.- MSILZilla.CN
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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| User Data Access |
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