Adware.VrBrothers
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| Popularity Rank: | 5,252 |
| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 4,596 |
| First Seen: | July 9, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | June 30, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Adware.VrBrothers on your system indicates that your computer has been infected with a potentially unwanted program. This type of malware is designed to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, and potentially install additional malicious software. It is essential to take immediate action to remove Adware.VrBrothers from your system to prevent further damage and protect your personal information.
Table of Contents
What Is Adware.VrBrothers?
Adware.VrBrothers is a type of adware that is designed to display unwanted advertisements on infected computers. It can be installed on a system through various means, including bundled software downloads, infected websites, and phishing emails. Once installed, Adware.VrBrothers can collect user data, such as browsing history and search queries, and use it to display targeted advertisements. This can lead to a range of problems, including slowed system performance, annoying pop-ups, and potentially even identity theft.
How Adware.VrBrothers Operates
Adware.VrBrothers operates by installing itself on a system and then connecting to a remote server to download and display advertisements. It can also collect user data and send it back to the server, where it can be used to create targeted advertising campaigns. In some cases, Adware.VrBrothers may also install additional malicious software, such as Trojans or spyware, to further compromise the infected system. This can lead to a range of problems, including data theft, system crashes, and even complete system compromise.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of an Adware.VrBrothers infection can vary, but common signs include unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, slowed system performance, and unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on the system. You may also notice that your browser homepage has been changed or that you are being redirected to unfamiliar websites. In some cases, you may even receive fake alerts or warnings, claiming that your system is infected with malware and prompting you to download additional software to fix the problem.
- Unwanted pop-ups and advertisements
- Slowed system performance
- Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on the system
- Changed browser homepage or redirects to unfamiliar websites
- Fake alerts or warnings claiming that your system is infected with malware
How to Remove Adware.VrBrothers
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent Adware.VrBrothers from loading and to allow you to remove it more easily.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect and remove any malicious software.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or toolbars that you do not recognize or that were installed without your knowledge or consent.
- Reset your browser settings, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default values to remove any changes made by Adware.VrBrothers.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all remnants of Adware.VrBrothers have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Adware.VrBrothers from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of how the malware operates. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to protect your system and your personal information from the threats posed by this type of malware. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links, and to keep your anti-malware tool up to date to prevent future infections. With the right tools and knowledge, you can help to keep your system safe and secure.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Adware.VrBrothers |
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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:
cef55501c78cf408fe06a90ee4fffc5a
SHA1:
d54c1eb370064276e27d1a3f971f71156b4c3c82
SHA256:
06D37EED79720F018FCC2B0CC5D75BC2D1AA559341F3A3BA3C709470FCBD54D1
File Size:
8.98 MB, 8979706 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. |
| File Description | DeviceManager Setup |
| Product Name | DeviceManager |
| Product Version | v6.4.23.70.1 |
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-4jdid.tmp\_isetup\_setup64.tmp | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-4jdid.tmp\istask.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-4jdid.tmp\psvince.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-o58qd.tmp\d54c1eb370064276e27d1a3f971f71156b4c3c82_0008979706.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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| Keyboard 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\Qcpdhxmy\AppData\Local\Temp\is-O58QD.tmp\d54c1eb370064276e27d1a3f971f71156b4c3c82_0008979706.tmp" /SL5="$400FE,8538938,184320,c:\users\user\downloads\d54c1eb370064276e27d1a3f971f71156b4c3c82_0008979706"
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