Backdoor.Athena.A
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| Threat Level: | 60 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 28 |
| First Seen: | February 26, 2018 |
| Last Seen: | March 1, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Backdoor.Athena.A on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This backdoor threat can compromise the security and integrity of your computer, allowing unauthorized access and potentially leading to further malware infections, data theft, or other malicious activities. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future occurrences.
Table of Contents
What Is Backdoor.Athena.A?
Backdoor.Athena.A is a type of malware that creates a secret entrance to your computer system, allowing hackers to remotely access and control your machine without your knowledge or consent. This backdoor can be used to steal sensitive information, install additional malware, or use your computer as a botnet to carry out malicious activities. The presence of Backdoor.Athena.A on your system can lead to a range of problems, from minor annoyances to significant security breaches.
How Backdoor.Athena.A Operates
Backdoor.Athena.A operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or using social engineering tactics to trick you into installing the malware. Once installed, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions and transmit stolen data. The malware can also use encryption and other evasion techniques to avoid detection by security software. Understanding how Backdoor.Athena.A operates is crucial to removing it and preventing future infections.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Backdoor.Athena.A infection can be subtle, but they may include unusual system behavior, slow performance, or unexpected changes to your computer settings. You may also notice unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop, or receive unexpected pop-ups or alerts. In some cases, the malware may not exhibit any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the use of specialized security software.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration
- Slow system performance or crashes
- Unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop
- Unexpected pop-ups or alerts
- Unusual network activity or data transmission
How to Remove Backdoor.Athena.A
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools
- Use a reputable malware removal tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect and remove the malware
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the malware
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons
- Reboot your computer and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed
Conclusion
Removing Backdoor.Athena.A from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security software, you can help to ensure the removal of the malware and prevent future infections. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive steps to protect your system, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong passwords, and avoiding suspicious downloads or email attachments. By taking these precautions, you can help to safeguard your computer and your personal data against the threats posed by Backdoor.Athena.A and other types of malware.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Backdoor.Athena.A |
|---|---|
| Packers: | UPX! |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
6324372a03d614aad3568da97794ae83
SHA1:
7daa86bc91b65f44ae768a2199f15ecfb3f8f8a5
SHA256:
A634F102F6BB3DE55C124BEFA2DE0A9B595FBB78B0269225691AC91A81937340
File Size:
50.18 KB, 50176 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 resources
- File doesn't have security information
- File has been packed
- File has TLS information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
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- 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)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- No Version Info
- 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: | 417 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 104 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 313 |
| 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.- Athena.A
- Cmdow.B
- Injector.GFC
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:\programdata\dwm | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144 |
| c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\1190581527 | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\1190581527\taskhost | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\1190581527\taskhost | Synchronize,Write Data |
| c:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\protocol | 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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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Other Suspicious |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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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:\ProgramData\dwm
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