Trojan.Yakes.J
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 5 |
| First Seen: | November 23, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | January 2, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Yakes.J on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. Trojans are a type of malware that can cause significant harm to your computer and compromise your personal data. In this removal report, we will provide you with general guidance on how to remove Trojan.Yakes.J and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Yakes.J?
Trojan.Yakes.J is a type of Trojan horse malware that can infiltrate your system without your knowledge or consent. The name "Trojan.Yakes.J" is a detection label used by security software to identify this particular threat. It is essential to understand that Trojans can be used to steal sensitive information, install additional malware, or provide unauthorized access to your system.
How Trojan.Yakes.J Operates
Trojan.Yakes.J, like other Trojans, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or using social engineering tactics to trick you into installing it. Once installed, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions and transmit stolen data. Trojans can also download and install additional malware, making it challenging to remove them completely.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Trojan.Yakes.J infection can vary, but common signs include slow system performance, frequent crashes, and unexpected pop-ups or ads. You may also notice that your system is behaving erratically, or your personal data is being stolen. In some cases, Trojans can hide themselves, making it difficult to detect them without the help of security software.
How to Remove Trojan.Yakes.J
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the Trojan from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of Trojan.Yakes.J.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the Trojan.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that all remnants of the Trojan have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Yakes.J requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined in this report, you can help ensure that your system is free from this potential security threat. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to prevent future infections, such as keeping your operating system and security software up to date, avoiding suspicious downloads, and using strong antivirus protection.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Yakes.J |
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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:
6401cad21bb97cbf2d49e53539b5021e
SHA1:
7cc7fb622c1dc9c4f4b527f5ab51b0c63e2616f1
SHA256:
08973DF1BC8CEDF9C9E49741E41C9B5D474545E9201D4415647ABEF14A96AD23
File Size:
225.83 KB, 225829 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 relocations information
- File doesn't have security information
- 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
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- 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 |
|---|---|
| File Description | Andy OS Script |
| File Version | 1.1.2.9 |
| Internal Name | Andy |
| Legal Copyright | Andy OS, Inc |
| Original Filename | Andy.exe |
| Product Name | Andy OS Compiler |
| Product Version | 1.1.2.9 |
File Traits
- 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: | 478 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 10 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 468 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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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| Other Suspicious |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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