Backdoor.Protos.B
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 22,077 |
| Threat Level: | 60 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 42 |
| First Seen: | March 19, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | June 8, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Backdoor.Protos.B 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 malicious activities. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Backdoor.Protos.B?
Backdoor.Protos.B is a type of backdoor threat that can create a covert communication channel between your computer and a remote server, allowing hackers to access and control your system without your knowledge or consent. This type of malware can be particularly dangerous, as it can enable attackers to steal sensitive information, install additional malware, or use your computer as a botnet to launch further attacks.
How Backdoor.Protos.B Operates
Backdoor threats like Backdoor.Protos.B typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing the malware. Once installed, the malware can communicate with its command and control server to receive instructions and transmit stolen data. The malware may also attempt to evade detection by using techniques such as code obfuscation, anti-debugging, and rootkit functionality.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying the symptoms of a backdoor infection can be challenging, as the malware is designed to operate stealthily. However, some common indicators of a potential backdoor infection include unusual network activity, slow system performance, and unexplained changes to system settings or files. You may also notice that your computer is behaving erratically, such as crashing or freezing frequently, or that your antivirus software is detecting and blocking suspicious activity.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or files
- Unusual network activity, such as unexpected outgoing connections
- Slow system performance or frequent crashes
- Antivirus software detecting and blocking suspicious activity
How to Remove Backdoor.Protos.B
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Use a reputable antivirus 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 settings.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your antivirus software to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Backdoor.Protos.B from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware's behavior. By following the steps outlined above and taking proactive measures to secure your system, you can help prevent future infections and protect your sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands. Remember to always use reputable antivirus software, keep your operating system and software up to date, and practice safe browsing habits to minimize the risk of malware infections.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Backdoor.Protos.B |
|---|---|
| Packers: | UPX! |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
9d01a949b588306c6112f9da4c8b8913
SHA1:
13db555f4e7fe68e5835793b1cdde9cb3816b2c8
SHA256:
492E55ABC3ED53BE795898C2325FAACFF4FFF95763CE28768DACD99E0BAA0E87
File Size:
158.72 KB, 158720 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 been packed
- File has TLS information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
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- 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: | 1,649 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 101 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,548 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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 |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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