Hacktool.GameHack.ED
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 22,245 |
| Threat Level: | 50 % (Medium) |
| Infected Computers: | 3,025 |
| First Seen: | August 16, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | June 22, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Hacktool.GameHack.ED on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program designed to manipulate or cheat in online games. This type of software can compromise the security and integrity of your computer, putting your personal data at risk. It's essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Hacktool.GameHack.ED?
Hacktool.GameHack.ED is classified as a hacktool, which is a type of malicious software used to gain unauthorized access or advantages in online games. These tools can be used to cheat, steal accounts, or disrupt the gaming experience for others. The presence of such software on your system can lead to serious security issues, including data theft and unauthorized access to your computer.
How Hacktool.GameHack.ED Operates
Hacktools like Hacktool.GameHack.ED typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in game software or using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing them. Once installed, they can modify game data, intercept communications, or even take control of the user's account. These actions not only violate the terms of service of most online games but also pose a significant risk to the user's personal and financial information.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Hacktool.GameHack.ED infection can be subtle and may include unusual game behavior, unexpected changes in game settings, or the appearance of unauthorized programs on your computer. In some cases, you might notice a decrease in system performance or an increase in unwanted pop-ups and advertisements. If you suspect that your system has been compromised, it's crucial to act quickly to minimize the potential damage.
- Unexplained changes in game performance or settings
- Appearance of unknown programs or files on your computer
- Increased pop-ups or advertisements
- Decrease in overall system performance
How to Remove Hacktool.GameHack.ED
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to give you a clean environment to work in.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all traces of the hacktool.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the issue started.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes.
- Reboot your computer and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all malware has been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Hacktool.GameHack.ED from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of how to eliminate malicious software. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as regularly updating your software and being cautious when installing new programs, you can protect your computer and personal data from future threats. Remember, prevention is key, and staying informed about potential security risks is the first step in safeguarding your digital life.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Hacktool.GameHack.ED |
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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:
7368a2f8bc890019bf6e5a73eedbbbd7
SHA1:
09c88b568774176adcd38b7147ece8ed04ce6ef1
File Size:
155.65 KB, 155648 bytes
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MD5:
74e16b2e4493252a50bc4c4939c40a8e
SHA1:
b0cbde09291b1fffc5bdbd12cf9b015d29d6d4e6
SHA256:
0878EED8688DAC6F4AAB33F1B74F47AF13AD6C839F72A2D07E0B0A0A20385544
File Size:
385.02 KB, 385024 bytes
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MD5:
27d89567fe786410d750bb82b757c088
SHA1:
6bd9873516cc6f807c335f3233c8f330ca98c897
SHA256:
7B4FC38A1A778BF08D16CB05C0D954AEF07369A1CF9AE3DC4AF7127B31B5D5E1
File Size:
1.28 MB, 1276416 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
- 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
- 2+ executable sections
- BINinO
- MZ (In Overlay)
- No Version Info
- ntdll
- x64
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: | 2,257 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 71 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 2,092 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 94 |
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.- Agent.JYT
- Agent.OIW
- Downloader.Agent.BTW
- Gamehack.GACI
- Kryptik.ODF
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- Stealer.GTA
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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| \device\namedpipe | Generic Read,Write Attributes |
| \device\namedpipe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
Registry Modifications
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 |
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| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 룷맃灇ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | ᭴맆灇ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | ��ʹGp� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 䉎맍灇ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 맙灇ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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 Shell Execute |
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| Other Suspicious |
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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.
cmd.exe /c taskkill /FI "IMAGENAME eq fiddler*" /IM * /F /T >nul 2>&1
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cmd.exe /c taskkill /FI "IMAGENAME eq wireshark*" /IM * /F /T >nul 2>&1
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cmd.exe /c taskkill /FI "IMAGENAME eq httpdebugger*" /IM * /F /T >nul 2>&1
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cmd.exe /c sc stop HTTPDebuggerPro >nul 2>&1
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cmd.exe /c taskkill /IM HTTPDebuggerSvc.exe /F >nul 2>&1
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cmd.exe /c @RD /S /Q "C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\IE" >nul 2>&1
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\taskkill.exe taskkill /FI "IMAGENAME eq fiddler*" /IM * /F /T
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\taskkill.exe taskkill /FI "IMAGENAME eq wireshark*" /IM * /F /T
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\sc.exe sc stop HTTPDebuggerPro
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\taskkill.exe taskkill /FI "IMAGENAME eq httpdebugger*" /IM * /F /T
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\taskkill.exe taskkill /IM HTTPDebuggerSvc.exe /F
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\certutil.exe certutil -hashfile "c:\users\user\downloads\6bd9873516cc6f807c335f3233c8f330ca98c897_0001276416" MD5
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