Adware.Elex.HA
Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
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Popularity Rank: The ranking of a particular threat in EnigmaSoft’s Threat Database.
Severity Level: The determined severity level of an object, represented numerically, based on our risk modeling process and research, as explained in our Threat Assessment Criteria.
Infected Computers: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
See also Threat Assessment Criteria.
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 37,613 |
| First Seen: | January 14, 2013 |
| Last Seen: | July 30, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.Elex.HA on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program that may be causing disruptions to your online experience. Adware, short for advertising-supported software, is designed to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, and sometimes redirect search results. The Adware.Elex.HA detection suggests that your system has been compromised by such a program, which may have been installed intentionally or unintentionally through various means, including bundled software, infected downloads, or exploited vulnerabilities.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.Elex.HA?
Adware.Elex.HA is a type of adware program that is designed to generate revenue for its creators by displaying advertisements, collecting user data, and potentially redirecting search results. The exact nature and behavior of Adware.Elex.HA can vary, but its primary goal is to disrupt the user's online experience and compromise system security. Adware programs like Adware.Elex.HA often operate in the background, making them difficult to detect and remove without proper tools and expertise.
How Adware.Elex.HA Operates
Adware.Elex.HA operates by infiltrating a system through various means, such as exploited vulnerabilities, infected downloads, or bundled software. Once installed, it can begin to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, and potentially redirect search results. Adware programs like Adware.Elex.HA often use tactics such as browser hijacking, where they modify browser settings to display unwanted content, and data collection, where they gather user information to sell to third-party companies. The program may also use system resources to operate, potentially slowing down system performance and compromising overall security.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of an Adware.Elex.HA infection can vary, but common signs include unwanted advertisements, pop-ups, and redirects. Users may also experience slowed system performance, browser crashes, and modified browser settings. In some cases, adware programs like Adware.Elex.HA can also collect user data, such as browsing history, search queries, and personal information, which can be sold to third-party companies. If you suspect that your system has been infected with Adware.Elex.HA, it is essential to take immediate action to remove the program and prevent further damage.
How to Remove Adware.Elex.HA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the adware program from loading and to allow for a clean removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious components related to Adware.Elex.HA.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the adware infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any modified browser settings and extensions.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that all malicious components have been removed and that your system is clean.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.Elex.HA from your system requires careful attention to detail and the use of proper tools and techniques. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the adware program and prevent further damage to your system. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system from future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using reputable anti-malware tools, and avoiding suspicious downloads and links. By taking these steps, you can help ensure the security and integrity of your system and protect your personal data from potential threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.Elex.HA |
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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:
02bdd6f06e3f6f5424ffe962fdac7e82
SHA1:
ad5e56422deb1cc962deb345f069f364afb407ae
SHA256:
3730E9953D0647DC03CD3CCE3793E4F733FD40DDE2C0D81F842634C0DBDF5B85
File Size:
356.86 KB, 356864 bytes
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MD5:
65e09a401da8fa50da561fcd8871d1ef
SHA1:
f5346db071705d3dcd27f8261957614ad337677c
SHA256:
12038F74AC9571E6C901E86C18FBB1412F9E2C1300260AD7B132BF6446247666
File Size:
265.73 KB, 265728 bytes
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MD5:
9468e2b465666b71324c7479c1e98a4f
SHA1:
412f290088ce659450e6e33b103ee73c7e6299fc
SHA256:
96A0A3D70E3A31A1D1F3397E0FBF85B11D1D5758BF1657F618A1A98EA06997EC
File Size:
368.64 KB, 368640 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 has exports table
- File has TLS 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)
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 | TODO: <Company name> |
| File Description | Function Module |
| File Version | 1.0.0.1 |
| Internal Name | FM.dll |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2016 |
| Original Filename | FM.dll |
| Product Name | Function Module |
| Product Version | 1.0.0.1 |
File Traits
- Default Version Info
- dll
- HighEntropy
- No Version Info
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 1,343 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 60 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,186 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 97 |
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.- Trojan.Agent.Gen.RT
- Trojan.Kryptik.Gen.VM
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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| c:\users\public\documents\report.dat | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
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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| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::proxybypass | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::intranetname | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::uncasintranet | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::autodetect | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | 및瓷ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | (k � 8��8tX��B�8 �6 �v 5� �Z xy �� T�B� ������ � ���� �5����ee��Bx �< �!wz "Wc#�#��$kF$�� %"�%:� %�&� &�x(�(X�)�`*J*9*�^*�h+�[,��/9� /��0P%1`1�1HO 1�D5�05�G6�^6�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc3475 | �� 2 xy * � /�� Y� d� kP~ �� � � �ރ �p ��^ �o � ��z ee( Vs} kP~ ��1 � �� 7 � �� ﺃ e e�� ��1 �� f e�� h | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | )k � 8��8tX��B�8 �6 �v 5� �Z xy �� T�B� ������ � ���� �5����ee��Bx �< �!wz "Wc#�#��$kF$�� %"�%:� %�&� &�x(�(X�)�`*J*9*�^*�h+�[,��/9� /��0P%1`1�1HO 1�D5�05�G6�^6�� | 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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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| User Data Access |
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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\ad5e56422deb1cc962deb345f069f364afb407ae_0000356864.,LiQMAxHB
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(NULL) C:\WINDOWS\system32\cmd.exe /c choice /t 20 /d y /n >nul & del c:\users\user\downloads\f5346db071705d3dcd27f8261957614ad337677c_0000265728 >> NUL
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\choice.exe choice /t 20 /d y /n
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\412f290088ce659450e6e33b103ee73c7e6299fc_0000368640.,LiQMAxHB
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