Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A
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| Popularity Rank: | 18,821 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 2 |
| First Seen: | March 17, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | July 1, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program that may be collecting your personal data, displaying unwanted advertisements, and compromising your system's security. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it and prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A?
Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A is a type of adware that is designed to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, and potentially install additional malware on the infected system. The name itself does not indicate a specific malware family, but rather a detection category. Adware programs like Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A are often bundled with free software downloads or installed through exploit kits, allowing them to infiltrate systems without the user's knowledge or consent.
How Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A Operates
Once installed, Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A can operate in various ways, including displaying pop-up ads, redirecting browser searches, and collecting user data such as browsing history and search queries. It may also install additional components, such as toolbars or browser extensions, to further compromise the system. Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A may communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates, send collected data, or install additional malware, making it a significant threat to system security and user privacy.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A may exhibit various symptoms, including an increase in unwanted advertisements, slow system performance, and unexpected browser redirects. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on their system, or experience frequent system crashes. In some cases, Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A may also attempt to collect sensitive user data, such as login credentials or financial information, making it essential to remove the threat as soon as possible.
How to Remove Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or toolbars that may be related to Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A, taking care to remove all associated files and registry entries.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that all components of Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A have been removed and that your system is clean.
Conclusion
The removal of Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A requires a combination of technical expertise and caution to ensure that all components of the threat are removed and that the system is restored to a clean state. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable anti-malware tools, users can effectively remove Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A and prevent further damage to their system. It is essential to remain vigilant and to take proactive measures to prevent similar threats in the future, including keeping software up-to-date, avoiding suspicious downloads, and using robust security software to protect against malware and other online threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.SpyKillDeluxe.A |
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| Packers: | UPX! |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
3fe2fcd198597c667f8a4a71cc2a6f53
SHA1:
5f0666224f06f39b3d5065a0c7b8d07a6a72c12b
SHA256:
20479E292BA0EFE097D32AAEACB46A01FAE8B45E4DA02E9F6A9011AB66A41346
File Size:
226.82 KB, 226816 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 been packed
- 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)
- 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)
File Traits
- dll
- packed
- 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: | 2,616 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 3 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 2,613 |
| 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.- Banker.Spy.K
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- Trojan.Downloader.Gen.MS
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\5f0666224f06f39b3d5065a0c7b8d07a6a72c12b_0000226816.,LiQMAxHB
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