Backdoor.DarkKomet.G

The detection of Backdoor.DarkKomet.G 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 secure your system.

What Is Backdoor.DarkKomet.G?

Backdoor threats like Backdoor.DarkKomet.G are designed to create a secret doorway into a computer system, allowing hackers to access the system remotely without being detected. This type of malware can be particularly dangerous because it can bypass security measures and remain hidden, making it challenging to detect and remove. The primary goal of a backdoor is to provide unauthorized access to the system, which can lead to a range of malicious activities, including data theft, keylogging, and the installation of additional malware.

How Backdoor.DarkKomet.G Operates

Once installed on a system, Backdoor.DarkKomet.G can operate in stealth mode, hiding its presence from the user and security software. It can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions, which may include downloading and installing additional malware, stealing sensitive information, or using the infected computer as part of a botnet for malicious activities such as DDoS attacks. The backdoor can also modify system settings and create new user accounts with administrative privileges, further compromising system security.

Symptoms of Infection

Identifying a backdoor infection can be challenging due to its stealthy nature. However, some common symptoms may indicate the presence of Backdoor.DarkKomet.G or similar malware. These include unexpected changes in system behavior, such as unfamiliar programs running in the background, unusual network activity, slow system performance, and unexpected pop-ups or advertisements. Additionally, if you notice that your system is behaving erratically, such as crashing frequently or failing to respond to commands, it could be a sign of a malware infection.

How to Remove Backdoor.DarkKomet.G

1. Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a clean environment to perform removal steps.
2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This can help detect and remove Backdoor.DarkKomet.G and any associated malware.
3. Manually uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed without your knowledge or consent. Be cautious and only remove programs you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that may have been altered by the malware.
5. After completing the above steps, reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all traces of the malware have been removed.

Conclusion

The removal of Backdoor.DarkKomet.G requires careful and thorough steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from the system. It is crucial to act quickly to prevent further damage and potential data loss. After removal, it is recommended to implement robust security measures, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong, unique passwords, and being cautious when opening email attachments or clicking on links from unknown sources. By taking these precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of future malware infections and protect your digital security.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	Backdoor.DarkKomet.G
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: 43ea2568911fa8c66ce718c958d13e84 SHA1: 3cc671922033ca9f050df5489ab595b1c1259da7 SHA256: 9D64FF9F87EAC22521D471EF58AC9056AAB1F8AFA2E7A56AEC1AAE842321B0FC File Size: 4.19 MB, 4186112 bytes

MD5: 515e476c5d1c4958c993f92b0d3c8b3a SHA1: 17c76d8d0566cfb544e8497be1b2f26c1de9c965 SHA256: 54D712D64C5303EB0C7FA47104A443B839E67152C3A64E323EC81DA93F441A21 File Size: 9.39 MB, 9389568 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• File doesn't have "Rich" header
• File doesn't have debug information
• File doesn't have exports table
• 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)
• File is not packed

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• IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
• IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Icons

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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

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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	Synaptics
File Description	Synaptics Pointing Device Driver
File Version	1.0.0.4
Product Name	Synaptics Pointing Device Driver
Product Version	1.0.0.0

File Traits

• big overlay
• HighEntropy
• WriteProcessMemory
• x86

Files Modified

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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
\device\namedpipe\gmdasllogger	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\programdata\synaptics	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\programdata\synaptics\rcxe346.tmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\programdata\synaptics\synaptics.exe	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144
c:\programdata\synaptics\synaptics.exe	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\programdata\synaptics\synaptics.exe	Synchronize,Write Data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\dtzzdnc.ini	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\winsl	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\winsl\l5\15\2026	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\downloads\._cache_3cc671922033ca9f050df5489ab595b1c1259da7_0004186112	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data

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c:\users\user\downloads\._cache_3cc671922033ca9f050df5489ab595b1c1259da7_0004186112

Synchronize,Write Attributes

Registry Modifications

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Registry Modifications

This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.

Key::Value	Data	API Name
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer::slowcontextmenuentries	`$�!�:i��+00�� �Gs]XM���"�2� �FX D�':D��exA-��LG=�A��J� �C �	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer::slowcontextmenuentries	`$�!�:i��+00�� �Gs]XM���"�2� �FX D�':D��exA-��LG=�A��J� �C �	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75	�m �8��8 z�jg�B �8 �� �6 �v z�Z xy �� �a��T���B�����������5���� +Bx�< ��5�R �!wz"Wc#�#�� $kF $��%:�%`�%� &� &�-(�(X�)E )�`*J*9 *�" +�[,��-!R/9�/��0P% 1`	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run::synaptics pointing device driver	C:\ProgramData\Synaptics\Synaptics.exe	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::proxybypass		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::intranetname		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::uncasintranet		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::autodetect		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::proxybypass		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::intranetname		RegNtPreCreateKey

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HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::uncasintranet		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::autodetect		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc3475	�   xy * � /�� Y� d�kP~ � ��ރ �p$��^ �o � ee WVs}$kP~$��1B�� 7 � �� ﺃe"e�� � ��1-�� fe�� g �	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75	�m �8��8 z�jg�B �8 �� �6 �v z�Z xy �� �a��T���B�����������5���� +Bx�< ��5�R �!wz"Wc#�#�� $kF $��%:�%`�%� &� &�-(�(X�)E )�`*J*9 *�" +�[,��-!R/9�/��0P% 1`	RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

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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
Service Control	OpenSCManager
Process Shell Execute	ShellExecuteEx
Anti Debug	IsDebuggerPresent
Process Manipulation Evasion	NtUnmapViewOfSection
Network Winsock2	WSAStartup WSAttemptAutodialName
User Data Access	GetUserObjectInformation
Network Winhttp	WinHttpOpen
Network Wininet	InternetOpen InternetOpenUrl InternetReadFile
Network Winsock	bind closesocket gethostbyname getsockname socket

Shell Command Execution

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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.

runas c:\users\user\downloads\._cache_3cc671922033ca9f050df5489ab595b1c1259da7_0004186112

runas C:\ProgramData\Synaptics\Synaptics.exe InjUpdate