PUP.Bittorrent Classic

Published:
Last updated:

The detection of PUP.Bittorrent Classic 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's essential to understand the nature of this detection and take appropriate steps to remove it and prevent future occurrences.

What Is PUP.Bittorrent Classic?

PUP.Bittorrent Classic is a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs are software applications that may not be malicious in nature but can still cause problems with your computer's performance, stability, and security. They often come bundled with other software or are downloaded from untrusted sources, and can be difficult to remove without proper guidance.

How PUP.Bittorrent Classic Operates

PUPs like PUP.Bittorrent Classic can operate in various ways, including displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, and modifying system settings. They may also consume system resources, slowing down your computer and causing other applications to malfunction. In some cases, PUPs can also create security vulnerabilities, making your system more susceptible to malware infections and other types of cyber threats.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.Bittorrent Classic, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and unexpected changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites or that your search results are being manipulated. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to regularly scan your system for PUPs and other types of malware.

How to Remove PUP.Bittorrent Classic

  1. Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Bittorrent Classic from loading and to give you more control over the removal process.
  2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious or unwanted files associated with PUP.Bittorrent Classic.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to PUP.Bittorrent Classic. Be cautious when uninstalling programs, as some may be legitimate or required by your system.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons that may be associated with PUP.Bittorrent Classic.
  5. Reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Bittorrent Classic has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Bittorrent Classic from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and any associated malware. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software from the internet and to regularly scan your system for PUPs and other types of malware to prevent future infections. Additionally, keeping your operating system and software up to date can help prevent vulnerabilities that PUPs and malware often exploit. By taking these precautions, you can help protect your system and your personal data from potential threats.

SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.Bittorrent Classic

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: PUP.Bittorrent Classic
Signature status: No Signature

Known Samples

MD5: db90a1ef38c7f4be04470424c229ba2c
SHA1: 1ce366703e6df90ecbc8320b91c5a6590fc39c14
SHA256: E0A7EEB4AFFB9C76453A47DE97EC58F596F118AFFEDD424F6F2D40D54EC2632D
File Size: 281.10 KB, 281096 bytes
MD5: 9ce6227d77346ed5f8807898813aeaf6
SHA1: f7aa715e4188dde35852abb564c579c65e369603
SHA256: D8F462910BFB15798826C7A1DF46718817DB13546CA5FAA521C886036C44FBDA
File Size: 1.42 MB, 1424952 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
Show More
  • 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 BitTorrent Limited
File Description BitTorrent Web
File Version
  • 1.6.0.6414
  • 1.5.0.6335
Internal Name utweb
Legal Copyright (c) 2025 BitTorrent Limited All Rights Reserved.
Product Name BitTorrent Web
Product Version
  • 1.6.0.6414
  • 1.5.0.6335

Digital Signatures

Signer Root Status
BitTorrent Inc DigiCert Trusted Root G4 Root Not Trusted

File Traits

  • Installer Manifest
  • nosig nsis
  • Nullsoft Installer
  • x86

Files Modified

File Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsr3c1b.tmp\modern-wizard.bmp Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsr3c1b.tmp\nsdialogs.dll Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsr3c1b.tmp\system.dll Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsr3c1b.tmp\uac.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 \??\C:\Users\Msbsdoxg\AppData\Local\Temp\~nsuA.tmp\Un_A.exe RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\controlset001\control\session manager::pendingfilerenameoperations \??\C:\Users\Msbsdoxg\AppData\Local\Temp\~nsuA.tmp\Un_A.exe\??\C:\Users\Msbsdoxg\AppData\Local\Temp\~nsuA.tmp RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

Category API
Anti Debug
  • IsDebuggerPresent
User Data Access
  • GetUserObjectInformation
Process Shell Execute
  • CreateProcess

Shell Command Execution

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