PUP.DownloadAssistant
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 20 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 0 |
| First Seen: | June 6, 2023 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.DownloadAssistant 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 threat and take appropriate steps to remove it to prevent potential harm.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.DownloadAssistant?
PUP.DownloadAssistant 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, such as displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or modifying system settings. The term "PUP" is a broad category that encompasses various types of software, including adware, browser hijackers, and download managers.
How PUP.DownloadAssistant Operates
PUPs like PUP.DownloadAssistant often operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or by using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing them. Once installed, they may run in the background, consuming system resources and potentially causing issues with system performance. PUPs may also collect user data, such as browsing history and search queries, to display targeted advertisements or sell to third-party companies.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with PUP.DownloadAssistant may exhibit various symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted advertisements, and modified browser settings. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on their system, or experience frequent pop-ups and redirects. In some cases, PUPs may also cause system crashes or freezes, making it difficult to use the computer.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Modified browser settings or homepage
- Slow system performance
- Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed
- Frequent system crashes or freezes
How to Remove PUP.DownloadAssistant
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading
- Run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the PUP
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge
- Reboot your system and run another scan to ensure the PUP has been completely removed
Conclusion
Removing PUP.DownloadAssistant from your system is crucial to prevent potential harm and restore your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the PUP and prevent future infections. It's also essential to practice safe computing habits, such as regularly updating your operating system and software, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when downloading and installing software from the internet.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.DownloadAssistant |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
f27bab5085f8f04be29aa563baa4e886
SHA1:
ac6e02c4ac9e53bba61fd30d070347cbe9d0f0c3
SHA256:
8F98CD4FAE7CBACBACF06E2A7B7744E1A8436D4888133000F2FBA99C3E1FC040
File Size:
2.05 MB, 2049536 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 .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| Assembly Version | 3.0.0.0 |
| Comments | Atualizador de aplicativos |
| Company Name | Farmasoft Tecnologia |
| File Description | Atualizador de versão |
| File Version | 3.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | AtualizadorFarmax.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Farmasoft Tecnologia |
| Original Filename | AtualizadorFarmax.exe |
| Product Name | Atualizador de versão |
| Product Version | 3.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- .NET
- Agile.net
- Fody
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 37 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 22 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 13 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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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| User Data Access |
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| Anti Debug |
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| Encryption Used |
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