PUP.Akick PC Booster

The detection of PUP.Akick PC Booster on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be causing issues with your computer's performance and security. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take appropriate steps to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is PUP.Akick PC Booster?

PUP.Akick PC Booster is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This category of malware includes programs that are not necessarily malicious but can still cause problems for users. PUPs can be installed on a system without the user's knowledge or consent, often through bundled software downloads or deceptive advertising. They can consume system resources, display unwanted advertisements, and collect user data, compromising the overall security and performance of the computer.

How PUP.Akick PC Booster Operates

PUP.Akick PC Booster, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on a system and then executing its payload. This can include displaying advertisements, collecting user data, or consuming system resources. PUPs can also install additional software or modify system settings to achieve their goals. They often use deceptive tactics to evade detection and removal, making them challenging to eliminate from an infected system.

Symptoms of Infection

Systems infected with PUP.Akick PC Booster may exhibit several symptoms, including slowed system performance, increased pop-up advertisements, and changes to browser settings or search engines. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on their system. In some cases, PUPs can also lead to more severe issues, such as data breaches or the installation of additional malware.

• Slowed system performance
• Increased pop-up advertisements
• Changes to browser settings or search engines
• Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on the system

How to Remove PUP.Akick PC Booster

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to gain better control over the removal process.
2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of the PUP.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the PUP was detected, as these may be related to the infection.
4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
5. Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that all components of the PUP have been removed.

Conclusion

The removal of PUP.Akick PC Booster requires careful attention to detail and a systematic approach to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good computer hygiene practices, such as regularly updating software and being cautious with downloads and email attachments, you can protect your system from future infections and maintain its performance and security.

SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.Akick PC Booster

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.Akick PC Booster
Signature status:	Root Not Trusted

Known Samples

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Known Samples

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

MD5: 6a48c376dd1e3eb20a2503669e33f963 SHA1: dc3a878cdd64aa93da380b9deb6ff288f2d36012 SHA256: A7765E03FC40A8064C8797B8ED902C28943DBD439EEE6775CA17C83C2F3F3D3E File Size: 2.99 MB, 2986792 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 relocations 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
Comments	This installation was built with Inno Setup.
Company Name	AKick Software Pvt. Ltd.
File Description	AKick Password Safeguard
Legal Copyright	Copyright © 2001-2017 AKick Software Pvt. Ltd.
Product Name	AKick Password Safeguard
Product Version	1.3.0

Digital Signatures

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Digital Signatures

This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.

Signer	Root	Status
AKick Software	COMODO RSA Certification Authority	Root Not Trusted