Adware.Elex.J
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 180 |
| First Seen: | August 26, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | March 24, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.Elex.J on your system indicates the presence of unwanted software that can compromise your online experience and potentially expose you to more severe threats. It is essential to understand the nature of this detection and take immediate action to remove it to protect your personal data and maintain the integrity of your computer.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.Elex.J?
Adware.Elex.J refers to a type of adware program designed to display unwanted advertisements on your computer, often in the form of pop-ups, banners, or sponsored content. Adware can be installed on your system through various means, including freeware or shareware downloads, infected email attachments, or by visiting compromised websites. Once installed, adware can collect your browsing habits, search queries, and other sensitive information to deliver targeted advertisements, thereby generating revenue for its creators.
How Adware.Elex.J Operates
Adware.Elex.J operates by integrating itself into your web browser or operating system, allowing it to monitor your online activities and inject advertisements into the websites you visit. This can lead to a range of issues, including slower browser performance, increased risk of malware infections, and potential data breaches. Adware often disguises itself as legitimate software, making it challenging to detect and remove without proper tools and expertise.
Symptoms of Infection
Common symptoms of an Adware.Elex.J infection include an unusual increase in pop-up advertisements, unfamiliar toolbars or extensions in your web browser, and slower system performance. You may also notice that your browser homepage or default search engine has been altered without your consent. In some cases, adware can cause your browser to crash or become unresponsive, further disrupting your online activities.
- Increased number of pop-up ads and banners
- Unfamiliar browser toolbars or extensions
- Slower system and browser performance
- Changes to browser settings, such as homepage or default search engine
How to Remove Adware.Elex.J
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the adware from loading and to ensure a stable environment for removal.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of the adware.
- 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 malicious extensions or settings changes.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan to ensure that all remnants of the adware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.Elex.J from your system is crucial to restoring your online security and preventing potential data breaches. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good cybersecurity practices, such as regularly updating your software and being cautious when downloading attachments or clicking on links, you can significantly reduce the risk of adware infections and keep your computer safe. Remember, proactive measures and awareness are key to protecting your digital identity and ensuring a safe browsing experience.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.Elex.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:
18a6eed4b75a560a4edad8c11832e0bc
SHA1:
f9c6f8139dc964eeb4c0f9c01adff3ece204e2a5
SHA256:
8382C7D8A516B7DA849C878B6B080AEEF68D6C2F671A6C47FCE68CD32B637225
File Size:
461.82 KB, 461824 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 security information
- File has exports table
- 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
- 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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| File Version | 1.1.0.5 |
| Product Version | 1.1.0.5 |
File Traits
- dll
- 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: | 2,048 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 207 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,840 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1 |
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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| Syscall Use |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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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\f9c6f8139dc964eeb4c0f9c01adff3ece204e2a5_0000461824.,LiQMAxHB
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