PUP.DLL Care
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| Popularity Rank: | 15,205 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 399 |
| First Seen: | March 27, 2019 |
| Last Seen: | September 2, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.DLL Care 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.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.DLL Care?
PUP.DLL Care 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 bundle themselves with other software, making it difficult to detect and remove them.
How PUP.DLL Care Operates
PUP.DLL Care, like other PUPs, may operate by installing itself on your system and then modifying system settings, registry entries, and other configuration files. This can lead to a range of problems, including slowed system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and even data theft. PUPs may also collect user data, such as browsing habits and personal information, and transmit it to third-party servers.
It is crucial to note that PUPs can be challenging to detect and remove, as they often disguise themselves as legitimate software or system files. They may also use various tactics to evade detection, such as code obfuscation and anti-debugging techniques.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.DLL Care, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slowed system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and changes to your browser settings and homepage. You may also notice that your system is crashing or freezing frequently, or that your antivirus software is detecting and blocking suspicious activity.
- Unwanted changes to system settings and configuration files
- Slowed system performance and responsiveness
- Unwanted pop-ups and advertisements
- Changes to browser settings and homepage
- Frequent system crashes and freezes
How to Remove PUP.DLL Care
- 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 the PUP
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP
- Reset your browser settings, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default values to remove any changes made by the PUP
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed
Conclusion
Removing PUP.DLL Care 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 to ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and that your personal data and system security are protected. It is essential to remain vigilant and to regularly scan your system for any signs of malware or PUPs to prevent future infections.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.DLL Care
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | DLLCare_Setup.exe | 017be7e5635916e848f81029e6ad1fab | 71 |
| 2. | DLLCare.exe | 8f05c5457cc20fc0a165c3d676e01c7f | 16 |
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.DLL Care |
|---|---|
| Packers: | UPX |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
5544a62657d3107733ac639ba4f85a64
SHA1:
73c65abaa0eb22480bb791ec47de5404d6165289
SHA256:
D97034A77AB9C73051E6295B17CD0B42D919C1CD1BD714ED421A10BAA7F5FFA0
File Size:
4.56 MB, 4557147 bytes
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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 has been packed
- 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)
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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
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
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 | Modified by an unpaid evaluation copy of Resource Tuner 2 (www.heaventools.com) |
| Compiled Script | AutoIt v3 Script: 3, 3, 8, 1 |
| File Version | 3, 3, 8, 1 |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- VirtualQueryEx
- x86
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: | 3,376 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 0 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 3,376 |
| 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.- Autoit
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 |
|---|---|
| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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