PUP.Bulz.KMA
The detection of PUP.Bulz.KMA 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 immediate action to remove it and prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.Bulz.KMA?
PUP.Bulz.KMA is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This category of threats includes software that may not be malicious in nature but can still cause problems for users, such as displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or modifying system settings without consent. PUPs can be installed on a system through various means, including bundled software, infected downloads, or exploited vulnerabilities.
How PUP.Bulz.KMA Operates
Once installed, PUP.Bulz.KMA may operate in the background, collecting user data, displaying advertisements, or modifying system settings to facilitate its activities. It may also communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates or transmit collected data. PUPs like PUP.Bulz.KMA can be challenging to detect, as they often disguise themselves as legitimate programs or system files.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with PUP.Bulz.KMA may exhibit various symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, modified browser settings, or unfamiliar programs installed without user consent. Users may also notice unusual network activity or suspicious processes running in the background. If you have noticed any of these symptoms, it is crucial to take immediate action to remove the PUP and prevent further damage.
How to Remove PUP.Bulz.KMA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of PUP.Bulz.KMA.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP, taking care to remove all associated files and registry entries.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any modified settings or extensions.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that all remnants of PUP.Bulz.KMA have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Bulz.KMA from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable anti-malware tools, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent further damage to your system. It is also essential to take preventive measures, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when installing new programs or clicking on links from unknown sources. By taking these steps, you can help protect your system from PUPs like PUP.Bulz.KMA and maintain a safe and secure computing environment.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Bulz.KMA |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
85853da9a2bc8512c9864c38b1860f98
SHA1:
2cfc660393ad692e7f82ee11cce06f609ac61de0
SHA256:
5E5E2A9E2D2493430E31CD9DF8A1DD66682345474A072216EBF7994717A9FA70
File Size:
42.50 KB, 42496 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 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)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- No Version Info
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 226 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 8 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 218 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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.- Bulz.KMA
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 | ��tl�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | �'�l�� | 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 Manipulation Evasion |
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