Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 88 |
| First Seen: | October 25, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | September 23, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program that could be compromising your computer's security and performance. This report aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of what Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO is, how it operates, its symptoms, and most importantly, how to remove it from your system to restore your computer's health and security.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO?
Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO is identified as an adware program, which is a type of software designed to display unwanted advertisements on your computer. These advertisements can appear in various forms, including pop-ups, banners, and sponsored content within websites or applications. The primary goal of adware is to generate revenue for its developers by forcing users to view advertisements, some of which might be malicious or lead to malicious websites.
How Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO Operates
Adware programs like Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO typically operate by infiltrating a computer system through various means, such as bundled software installations, deceptive downloads, or exploits in software vulnerabilities. Once installed, they can collect user data, such as browsing habits and personal information, to deliver targeted advertisements. This data collection can raise significant privacy concerns, as it may be shared with third parties or used for malicious purposes.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of an Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO infection can vary but commonly include an increase in unwanted advertisements appearing on your computer or browser, slower system performance, and changes to your browser settings or homepage without your consent. You might also notice that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites or that new, unfamiliar programs are installed on your system.
- Increased appearance of pop-ups, banners, and other forms of advertisements.
- Slower computer or browser performance.
- Unwanted changes to browser settings or homepage.
- Redirection to unwanted or suspicious websites.
- Appearance of new, unfamiliar programs or toolbars.
How to Remove Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO
- 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 associated malware.
- Manually uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed without your consent. Be cautious during this process, as some legitimate programs might be mistakenly uninstalled.
- 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 and that no other threats are present.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO from your system is crucial to preventing further data collection, protecting your privacy, and restoring your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined in this removal report and maintaining good cybersecurity practices, such as regularly updating your software, using strong antivirus programs, and being cautious with downloads and email attachments, you can significantly reduce the risk of future infections. Remember, vigilance and proactive measures are key to protecting your digital environment.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.OpenSUpdater.AO |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | Root Not Trusted |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
7a26c7c6770a6fb4e370b1bc11cad350
SHA1:
e2e48c0e30d8165cffde9f5d4f0b7bac7caa0e3f
SHA256:
94FB6BA8A23AC036169FD13A66A41024666998A9139B87E93C80027F0B56A92E
File Size:
2.27 MB, 2274792 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Unsuitable Vebo Energy. |
| File Description | Unsuitable Vebo Energy |
| File Version | 1.8.7.7 |
| Internal Name | unsuitableveboenergygl.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright Unsuitable Vebo Energy. 2022 |
| Original Filename | unsuitableveboenergycw.exe |
| Product Name | Unsuitable Vebo Energy |
| Product Version | 1.8.7.7 |
| T E S T I N F O | stRING |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| FancyNiu | FancyNiu | Root Not Trusted |
File Traits
- x64
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: | 2,435 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 552 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,692 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 191 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Syscall Use |
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