Adware.Free Games
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.
| Popularity Rank: | 6,205 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 44,110 |
| First Seen: | December 3, 2013 |
| Last Seen: | September 30, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.Free Games on your system indicates the presence of unwanted software that could be compromising your online experience and potentially exposing you to more severe threats. This type of software is designed to display advertisements, often in intrusive ways, and can lead to a range of issues from annoying pop-ups to significant security vulnerabilities. Understanding what Adware.Free Games is, how it operates, and its symptoms is crucial for effective removal and prevention of future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.Free Games?
Adware, short for advertising-supported software, is a type of software that displays advertisements on your computer. When adware is installed on your system, it can collect data about your browsing habits and other information to deliver targeted ads, which can be profitable for the creators of the adware. Adware.Free Games suggests that this particular adware may be associated with free gaming software or websites, potentially using the allure of free games to entice users into installing the adware.
How Adware.Free Games Operates
Adware like Adware.Free Games typically operates by infiltrating your system through various means, such as bundled software installations, deceptive downloads, or exploited vulnerabilities. Once installed, it can modify your browser settings, install additional software, or even hijack your browser's homepage and search engine. The primary goal of adware is to generate revenue through the display of advertisements, but it can also lead to more malicious activities, including data theft and the installation of other types of malware.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of an Adware.Free Games infection can vary but often include an increase in the number of advertisements displayed on your computer, especially within your web browser. You might notice pop-ups, banners, and other types of ads that you didn't see before. Additionally, your browser might become slower, or you might experience redirects to unwanted websites. In some cases, adware can also lead to the installation of unwanted software or toolbars on your browser.
How to Remove Adware.Free Games
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the adware from loading and to give you a cleaner environment to work in.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This can help identify and remove the adware and any other malware that might be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you don't recognize or that were installed around the time the adware symptoms started appearing. Be cautious and only uninstall programs if you're sure they are not necessary for your system's operation.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This can help remove any changes made by the adware, such as altered homepages or search engines.
- Reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the adware has been completely removed. If the adware is still detected after these steps, you may need to seek further assistance or use more specialized removal tools.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.Free Games from your system requires careful attention to detail and the use of reputable security tools. By understanding the nature of adware and following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this unwanted software and protect your system from future infections. It's also important to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and keeping your software up to date, to minimize the risk of adware and other types of malware infections.
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
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| 1. | A0095801.dll | c22adee6cbbb6e8004675551311b0873 | 10,651 |
| 2. | A0102793.dll | 2277a03acf6e7e9713155e840b9d57f7 | 7,443 |
| 3. | ScriptHost64.dll | aa03383520bb9277760de011667a0ccc | 3,990 |
| 4. | ScriptHost.dll | 95b6d6694a16363f0857accffd743387 | 3,278 |
| 5. | freegames115SetupW.exe | ec64ee867767e43570e2e6824968210d | 1 |
Registry Details
Directories
Adware.Free Games may create the following directory or directories:
| %APPDATA%\freegames111 |
| %APPDATA%\freegames115 |
| %APPDATA%\freegames119 |
| %LocalAppData%\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions\abckmpjbfjfoabjhefcbpdckdfikghpp |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Free Games 111 |
| %PROGRAMFILES%\Free Games 115 |
| %PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\Free Games 111 |
| %PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\Free Games 115 |
URLs
Adware.Free Games may call the following URLs:
| @ZulaGames |
| Free Games 111 |
| Free Games 115 |
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.Free Games |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | Root Not Trusted |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
e4269f5633182e1fd61da014ef8f670d
SHA1:
9d1b13268f38f89d8adda542fd19857c7c965e5c
SHA256:
70C6E9FF8316DCFC34468E86A05CA6EC2A37848D4FD34249D38C466068293FAB
File Size:
1.27 MB, 1271560 bytes
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MD5:
806e5e38769ad18b99546e6783fcde52
SHA1:
7d6ab7b8cb040ccf55b02ce96dc99a87ea775177
SHA256:
B71CF5C0E7D04356230859882CF22670D465DBED819671E1A296EEC82A16DF49
File Size:
2.05 MB, 2049224 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 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)
- 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 |
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| Company Name | CodecPerformer |
| File Description |
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| File Version |
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| Internal Name |
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| Legal Copyright |
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| Original Filename |
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| Product Name |
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| Product Version |
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Digital Signatures
Digital Signatures
This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.| Signer | Root | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PurpleTech Software Inc | Go Daddy Class 2 Certification Authority | Root Not Trusted |
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: | 3,461 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1,501 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,960 |
| 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.- InstallBrain.A
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 |
|---|---|
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3107.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3108.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3109.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3111.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3112.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3160.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3704.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\3887.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\4066.html | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ajax-loader.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
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| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ajax-loader2.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\check.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\conditions\conditions.js | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\events\events.js | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\arrow.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\arrow.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\b-bg.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\b3.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\b4.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\btn.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\btn2.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\center2.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\corn1.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\corn2.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\corn3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\corn4.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\lbg-bottom.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\lbg-top.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\lbg.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\main.css | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\main_old.css | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\mid.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\ib\trust.gif | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\js\config.js | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\js\jquery-1.7.min.js | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\js\jquery.noselect.min.js | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\js\smart.js | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\js\utils.js | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3107_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3107_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3108_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3108_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3108_feature_835.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3109_attr_15.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3109_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3109_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3111_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3111_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3112_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3112_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3160_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3160_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3704_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3704_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3742_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3742_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3887_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_3887_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_4066_attr_3.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\page_4066_attr_46.bmp | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\pb-bg-left.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\pb-bg-right.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\pb-bg.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\red-pb-act-left.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\red-pb-act-right.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\red-pb-act.jpg | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\speedanalysis.ico | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\gui\template_40.png | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\qrjatydimo | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\qrjatydimo | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\installer\wizard.xml | Generic Read,Generic Execute,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 786496 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\wrfgovemnsact\tmppack.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | 쮿ݪǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| 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 |
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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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Syscall Use |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Process Terminate |
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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:\Users\Nnrlmrjl\AppData\Local\Temp\WRFGOVEMNSACT\tmppack.exe -y
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