Adware.Linkzb.A
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| Popularity Rank: | 3,682 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 12,630 |
| First Seen: | February 23, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | July 19, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.Linkzb.A on your system indicates the presence of unwanted software that could be compromising your online experience and potentially exposing you to more severe threats. Understanding what this detection means and how to address it is crucial for maintaining the security and performance of your computer.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.Linkzb.A?
Adware.Linkzb.A refers to a type of adware, which is software designed to display unwanted advertisements on your computer, often in the form of pop-ups, banners, or sponsored content within websites. Adware can be annoying and disrupt your browsing experience, but it can also pose more significant risks, such as collecting your personal data without consent or redirecting you to malicious websites.
How Adware.Linkzb.A Operates
Adware like Adware.Linkzb.A typically operates by infiltrating your system through various means, such as bundled software downloads, deceptive links, or exploits in software vulnerabilities. Once installed, it can modify your browser settings, add unwanted extensions, or even install additional malware. Its primary goal is to generate revenue for its creators by displaying advertisements, often without your consent or knowledge of how they got there.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of an adware infection can vary but commonly include an increase in unwanted advertisements, unexpected changes in your browser's homepage or search engine, the appearance of toolbars you didn't install, and overall slower performance of your browser or computer. In some cases, adware can also lead to more severe issues, such as identity theft or further malware infections, if it collects sensitive information or downloads additional malicious software.
- Increased number of pop-ups and advertisements
- Changes in browser settings without your input
- Appearance of unwanted toolbars or extensions
- Slower browser or computer performance
How to Remove Adware.Linkzb.A
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the adware from loading and to give you a clean 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 potential threats.
- Manually uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time your issues began. Be cautious and only uninstall programs you are sure are not needed.
- Reset your web browsers (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings. This can help remove unwanted extensions and reverse changes made by the adware.
- After removal, reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of the adware have been successfully removed.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.Linkzb.A requires a combination of using the right tools and taking manual steps to clean your system and browsers. It's also essential to adopt preventive measures, such as being cautious with downloads, keeping your software updated, and regularly scanning your system for malware, to avoid future infections. By understanding how adware operates and taking proactive steps, you can protect your computer and personal data from these and other types of cyber threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.Linkzb.A |
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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:
b4b3204cf20a656b59013c511a4ea359
SHA1:
79ec7c2d17620195da56a91278a33c99c98d610d
SHA256:
93828ACA7F594A0D97E71820DAB410F1E242362E9D889A9FD701F6C361AD7E69
File Size:
163.05 KB, 163048 bytes
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MD5:
861095c32516dae045c8c5ee8898b0ad
SHA1:
c28a960f5182e765a2fdea7840ecddf22167d869
SHA256:
E046DDCCC790A99A4C44C990018CD67924839D8F921DD7ED10E6223F22823F5B
File Size:
4.03 MB, 4027752 bytes
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MD5:
87baf2213c3443c3270e97fa5f6a1898
SHA1:
b5bdbd45ea18fd73a9171a3387633f2bf523180f
SHA256:
F971EA98F7F939A99D2147C344A6F73F641A50D8A7A09C2180E4DDEE2CD94A1F
File Size:
1.50 MB, 1503232 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 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)
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- 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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| Comments | This installation was built with Inno Setup. |
| Company Name | Zbshareware Lab |
| File Description | USB Disk Security Setup |
| File Version | 6.5.0.0 |
| Product Name | USB Disk Security |
| Product Version | 6.5.0.0 |
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 |
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| Lanzhou Itanium Software Technology Co., Ltd. | AddTrust External CA Root | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- No Version Info
- SusSec
- 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: | 17 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 11 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 5 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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\user\appdata\local\temp\is-j2dpn.tmp\c28a960f5182e765a2fdea7840ecddf22167d869_0004027752.tmp | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| 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:\Users\Cfauvgog\AppData\Local\Temp\is-J2DPN.tmp\c28a960f5182e765a2fdea7840ecddf22167d869_0004027752.tmp" /SL5="$30368,3545079,124416,c:\users\user\downloads\c28a960f5182e765a2fdea7840ecddf22167d869_0004027752"
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