iBryte

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 10 % (Normal)
Infected Computers: 19,272
First Seen: July 8, 2011
Last Seen: December 30, 2025
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of iBryte on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report provides an overview of the threat, its characteristics, and the steps you can take to remove it from your computer.

What Is iBryte?

iBryte is a type of malicious software, commonly referred to as a Trojan. Trojans are designed to disguise themselves as legitimate programs, but they can cause significant harm to your system, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to your computer. The name iBryte does not directly correspond to a known malware family, but its behavior and characteristics are consistent with those of Trojan-type threats.

How iBryte Operates

Once iBryte infects a system, it can operate in various ways, depending on its intended purpose. It may create backdoors for remote access, allowing attackers to control the infected computer, steal sensitive information, or use the system as a botnet for malicious activities. Trojans like iBryte often exploit vulnerabilities in software or use social engineering tactics to trick users into installing them. They can also spread through infected software downloads, compromised websites, or infected email attachments.

Symptoms of Infection

Identifying a iBryte infection can be challenging, as Trojans are designed to remain stealthy. However, some common symptoms may include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected crashes, slow performance, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You might also notice changes in your browser settings, unexpected pop-ups, or suspicious network activity. If you suspect that your system is infected, it's crucial to take immediate action to minimize potential damage.

How to Remove iBryte

  1. Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent iBryte from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
  2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This will help identify and remove all components of the iBryte malware.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the infection was detected.
  4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by iBryte.
  5. Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all traces of iBryte have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing iBryte from your system requires careful and immediate action. By following the steps outlined in this report, you can help ensure the complete removal of the malware and protect your system from future infections. It's also essential to maintain good security practices, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when clicking on links or opening email attachments from unknown sources. Remember, prevention is key to protecting your digital security and privacy.

Aliases

11 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
AntiVir Adware/IBryte.G
McAfee Artemis!D3D9D58CBE32
Ikarus Win32.Rootkit
Sophos iBryte Desktop
Comodo UnclassifiedMalware
K7AntiVirus Riskware
Avast Win32:PUP-gen [PUP]
GData Win32:Rootkit-gen
AntiVir Rkit/Agent.163840.4
Avast Win32:Rootkit-gen [Rtk]
McAfee Artemis!4486739F5240

File System Details

iBryte may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. iBryteDesktop.exe b98f9245a0ec75eb6778e8768159255e 23
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Directories

iBryte may create the following directory or directories:

%PROGRAMFILES%\iBryte
%PROGRAMFILES(x86)%\iBryte

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: Adware.Ibryte
Signature status: Root Not Trusted

Known Samples

MD5: 0ac57e9eb6a0d4cd2d24f0ab4c614def
SHA1: fefa50a3d1b03ca6e7d166a82dc1a35aaca79c85
File Size: 1.06 MB, 1059480 bytes
MD5: 72cce165ad699564a574c200078ae16a
SHA1: 37302c65a74b877f67aee8593aaf380f36f0ef53
SHA256: B914229619EAC8C83E1E6421E0507638996BD4A2247097DF32827AE36E7ED217
File Size: 1.06 MB, 1059480 bytes
MD5: 354da39163802fa7c67ebf519090b7c3
SHA1: 66f1c484d9b5f2b2df8609c47ec5bbf421dd72b8
SHA256: 3F41CBE88853FD8E773E9FD2CB43BACA7226B842834C7D4D6552F55E621C116E
File Size: 230.78 KB, 230776 bytes
MD5: 4531bc12f56dfc82613d7a30f1b05e67
SHA1: 5e2a8cd1506107b4439d12a13322cf41894e0422
SHA256: 7508267C4677752376EC5EFE1B93D3F14AC36EA4EDDEE740D3FFE221308B7917
File Size: 1.97 MB, 1969448 bytes
MD5: 32add31496125bd12755165352ef2ad2
SHA1: 78e016a4c20374734e48434de6ca80c1a74ec40e
SHA256: 27D7E98E766ED16E633E861B04F9F719A3C1506DFAD4C7B3605E292037860371
File Size: 229.75 KB, 229752 bytes
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MD5: 5928d36aea4bbaaa5c1f030fe59d59c5
SHA1: 2aaceaf4d0bc408a3f4be724726e32ca12dc4413
SHA256: 2C13709A37D321CAAF71067F06F29617327A0986EADA517B71DB12655DAEA259
File Size: 97.14 KB, 97144 bytes
MD5: 9bea567117b1a3d782f107c13c1ff5e4
SHA1: c339749d9f912235ce38c62e2293297520cc7c6b
SHA256: 3E98D8585FC9A24616C2E14C3358C77C5AA55A3711A483F4F1C7628A854D059C
File Size: 229.75 KB, 229752 bytes
MD5: d08d70f8a8159391f9617a2f7cc85572
SHA1: 1073cfc7f66c2e91f918b8ebde650ece141c3ca8
SHA256: 2A612FB87BCA508BA2BEF1E389D837183C7ADE4A822221D639837C8293564DA9
File Size: 1.07 MB, 1066648 bytes
MD5: b43a2ff38e442c2d51d3e8a4518c1863
SHA1: dc2938e13d5add921b42761a8cfe8ca2ba16018b
SHA256: BB98544AB9904336F78B5C14D3C24167ABFDB80689A217A813CB03FFB90B1E46
File Size: 273.78 KB, 273784 bytes
MD5: eae4814e9e041b53ca685a2f86709be2
SHA1: 94969ec98b07acbb6455f1eeb462a92156c019e3
SHA256: 3C75EE2BA573B9737DA5456DE054D3171E09E5F992CF1C4293264524E8059684
File Size: 226.17 KB, 226168 bytes
MD5: 31079b5caece0ab2ada85261321cd382
SHA1: dc11855a7867acea347c833dd06b3cdca4b68c39
SHA256: 089FA110FD46E0306CA44B9AA73B227459B7D74A20B1F6FB7475E9B85F67C4D0
File Size: 57.87 KB, 57870 bytes
MD5: 80f8f02aa83615d96410af1c6aa4dde7
SHA1: b2d00f626459e31b6163e7b71c7f0417cd84ce26
SHA256: B3970CA57A928A5542143568C991A3900599DBCF6530E7CF2C98ECC58045C765
File Size: 92.54 KB, 92536 bytes
MD5: 547b5ca70ffb68a6d3c713174d86ee48
SHA1: 8d46e07c86bc4e19ed4837f7799c873e75f7d3b0
SHA256: 593F883AC66B1EA5DB7CA373EE2F970A01A45EA73D9EAF4F92103A7D732C3739
File Size: 227.19 KB, 227192 bytes
MD5: 6c18b37012c1e3975e40c0c0672656f4
SHA1: 5e4f4de46ad78d3fe66c45954e63ec5200898e9f
SHA256: B2675E77C5F92242C159DA6651517A5841BCE8B67047B45A83F5C2E65F4ACA49
File Size: 78.12 KB, 78120 bytes
MD5: c0a34b81da02e8d621d90427daad53f4
SHA1: 18b2c3da4edaef013be6621a99cd5537495bc4c2
SHA256: A612E36E71578AAEDB5690FDA58ADFDAE83EFE7A2FEAEF8DFC6ABF53F5655B9C
File Size: 232.82 KB, 232824 bytes
MD5: 9a930ff471e03ba41858f5e87308064f
SHA1: c527f2be2f408dea95fb6106123983c25c7e7ca5
SHA256: 1BEB811CEF158445C8C6F1DF526BB45153E74A349291C95AD137C765AF312C2B
File Size: 1.07 MB, 1069208 bytes
MD5: e385b64e4657915090fc3144551439d2
SHA1: 80b9ce1738051b8fe2220f1aa4ae9104c55eb088
SHA256: 61CA1812B43B043D5C9AFB8E02E143D663CEF6B8887F78108AD0EBED5C4BE0C9
File Size: 1.83 MB, 1825944 bytes
MD5: e6119e36cd172d20d6dfbfdf20960d76
SHA1: f5033dcccef10a5ad03d02f34954dac11a1675cb
SHA256: 2C68DA7C119C0AECCD40AF0C795649935367DA737441E2469734A66AABB7682C
File Size: 315.77 KB, 315768 bytes
MD5: d94cc5c5a5b63199b9acec2bd27b4e9c
SHA1: 91c9dd13dff41b69593c309930d15b194a1a676d
SHA256: 86A4D68172D20025A2C900DD6A55E1B8CB9101007680C706FFB4179DC115E3F4
File Size: 232.82 KB, 232824 bytes
MD5: b00d56cc8cf0f8fc015c7f6ea3b49daa
SHA1: 9533cfc7e3f055383162982d53b7b137631db026
SHA256: EBBB32DA9DCFA1425A01561568C93A2EAC5404326CE7EAECE779343C6DA80D49
File Size: 75.13 KB, 75128 bytes
MD5: 902d874ab376b23855e67a31d8131b42
SHA1: b9791f75193faef114a394df3ed36dcc85d1e05c
SHA256: D3818AEF8DEA5959CAD000004BC2ED4F80A9533A045AC0F016B9E68761818CA3
File Size: 1.79 MB, 1791272 bytes

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 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

Windows PE Version Information

Name Value
Company Name
  • Express Install
  • ExpressInstaller
  • Fusion Install
  • InstallManager
  • Software Installer
  • System Applet
File Description
  • Express Install
  • ExpressInstaller
  • Fusion Install
  • Installe Application
  • InstallManager
  • Setup
  • System Applet
File Version
  • 3, 7, 1, 0
  • 3, 7, 1, 0
  • 2.4.8.1
  • 2, 1, 0, 0
  • 1, 0, 0, 2
  • 1, 0, 0, 1
Internal Name
  • Express
  • Installe
Legal Copyright
  • Copyright (C) 2013
  • Copyright (C) 2013 Express Install
  • Copyright (C) 2013 ExpressInstaller
  • Copyright (C) 2013 Fusion Install
  • Copyright (C) 2014
  • Copyright (C) System Applet
Original Filename
  • Express.exe
  • Installe.exe
Product Name
  • Express
  • Express Install
  • ExpressInstaller
  • Fusion Install
  • Installe Application
  • System Applet
Product Version
  • 3, 7, 1, 0
  • 3, 7, 1, 0
  • 2.4.8.1
  • 2, 1, 0, 0
  • 1, 0, 0, 2
  • 1, 0, 0, 1

Digital Signatures

Signer Root Status
Boot Compute AddTrust External CA Root Root Not Trusted
File Falcon AddTrust External CA Root Root Not Trusted
System Applet AddTrust External CA Root Root Not Trusted
Premium Installer VeriSign Class 3 Public Primary Certification Authority - G5 Root Not Trusted
TINY INSTALLER VeriSign Class 3 Public Primary Certification Authority - G5 Root Not Trusted

Block Information

Total Blocks: 3,037
Potentially Malicious Blocks: 2
Whitelisted Blocks: 3,030
Unknown Blocks: 5

Visual Map

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... Data truncated
0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

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Files Modified

File Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsqa4e6.tmp\image.png Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsqa4e6.tmp\nsisdl.dll Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\~nsua.tmp\un_a.exe Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144

Registry Modifications

Key::Value Data API Name
HKLM\system\controlset001\control\session manager::pendingfilerenameoperations *1\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe.old122e4*1\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\CopilotUpdate.exe.old12352*1\??\C:\P RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\software\microsoft\internet explorer\main::start page https://www.google.com/ RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

Category API
Network Wininet
  • InternetOpen
  • InternetOpenUrl
  • InternetReadFile
Anti Debug
  • IsDebuggerPresent
User Data Access
  • GetUserObjectInformation
Process Shell Execute
  • CreateProcess
Network Winsock2
  • WSAStartup
Network Winsock
  • closesocket
  • gethostbyname
  • inet_addr
  • socket

Shell Command Execution

"C:\Users\Rwkcmmsg\AppData\Local\Temp\~nsuA.tmp\Un_A.exe" _?=c:\users\user\downloads\