PUP.DriverToolkit

The detection of PUP.DriverToolkit 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 immediate action to remove it to prevent further problems.

What Is PUP.DriverToolkit?

PUP.DriverToolkit is a type of malware that is categorized as a potentially unwanted program. This means it is not necessarily malicious in nature but can still cause problems for your system. PUPs are often installed unintentionally by users, usually through bundled software downloads or misleading advertisements. They can consume system resources, display unwanted advertisements, and potentially collect user data without consent.

How PUP.DriverToolkit Operates

PUP.DriverToolkit, like other PUPs, operates by integrating itself into your system, often through legitimate-looking software installations or updates. Once installed, it can start performing various unwanted actions, such as displaying pop-up advertisements, changing browser settings, or running background processes that consume system resources. The primary goal of such programs is usually to generate revenue for their creators through advertising or data collection.

Symptoms of Infection

Symptoms of a PUP.DriverToolkit infection can vary but commonly include an increase in unwanted advertisements, unexpected changes to browser settings or homepage, slow system performance, and the presence of unfamiliar programs or toolbars in your browser or desktop. If you've noticed any of these symptoms, it's crucial to take action to remove the PUP and restore your system to a clean state.

• Increased number of pop-ups or unwanted advertisements
• Changes to your browser's homepage or search engine without your consent
• Slowdown in system performance or frequent crashes
• Appearance of unfamiliar toolbars or programs

How to Remove PUP.DriverToolkit

1. Enter Safe Mode with Networking to limit the PUP's ability to interfere with 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 or applications that were installed around the time the symptoms started.
4. Reset your browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
5. Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure all remnants of the PUP have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.DriverToolkit from your system is crucial to restoring your computer's performance and securing your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections by being more cautious with software downloads and regularly scanning your system for malware. Remember, vigilance and the use of reputable security software are key to maintaining a clean and secure computing environment.

SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.DriverToolkit

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.DriverToolkit
Signature status:	Hash Mismatch

Known Samples

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Known Samples

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

MD5: f5c14b9ad6a9dcf7dc1eb764a6acfe2b SHA1: f9c250d70f77fd3f90c0df48fb3eaa27abac09ab SHA256: 676B5BE997C9E1CABFFDB8DE82B3E58729BFFF90CEA13475D63484A1F397B2A2 File Size: 2.46 MB, 2459530 bytes

MD5: fe22a63802f50519964016c03b0864fc SHA1: 40b57467f18240994ae9d2d4052176eee355a17f SHA256: CCF933D199087A469DAD4BE7B90091353EC427BDB0816BEC7F5580DE67305CDE File Size: 2.46 MB, 2459531 bytes

MD5: e09f633164f7897ba39b64b82deb1ac7 SHA1: 1968eb54a2262e25b342aa6e853418d04cc6751c SHA256: 98C7862FE3158A9FE4EC86E8731829AD785044211CF5E340DECF1F57A6F71D12 File Size: 2.46 MB, 2459530 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	Megaify Software
File Description	DriverToolkit Setup
File Version	8.5.1
Product Name	DriverToolkit
Product Version	8.5.1.0

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
Megaify Software Co.,Ltd.	Symantec Class 3 SHA256 Code Signing CA	Hash Mismatch
Megaify Software Co.,Ltd.	Symantec Class 3 SHA256 Code Signing CA	Hash Mismatch

Files Modified

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Files Modified

This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.

File	Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-1ph83.tmp\_isetup\_setup64.tmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-55i76.tmp\_isetup\_setup64.tmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-62k0b.tmp\f9c250d70f77fd3f90c0df48fb3eaa27abac09ab_0002459530.tmp	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-83ul6.tmp\_isetup\_setup64.tmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-fbs47.tmp\40b57467f18240994ae9d2d4052176eee355a17f_0002459531.tmp	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-v7ub3.tmp\1968eb54a2262e25b342aa6e853418d04cc6751c_0002459530.tmp	Generic Write,Read Attributes

Windows API Usage

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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
Process Shell Execute	CreateProcess
User Data Access	GetUserObjectInformation
Keyboard Access	GetKeyState
Process Manipulation Evasion	NtUnmapViewOfSection

Shell Command Execution

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Shell Command Execution

This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.

"C:\Users\Okpvlztc\AppData\Local\Temp\is-62K0B.tmp\f9c250d70f77fd3f90c0df48fb3eaa27abac09ab_0002459530.tmp" /SL5="$40040,2034499,136192,c:\users\user\downloads\f9c250d70f77fd3f90c0df48fb3eaa27abac09ab_0002459530"

"C:\Users\Pqkmpnpy\AppData\Local\Temp\is-FBS47.tmp\40b57467f18240994ae9d2d4052176eee355a17f_0002459531.tmp" /SL5="$1202BE,2034499,136192,c:\users\user\downloads\40b57467f18240994ae9d2d4052176eee355a17f_0002459531"

"C:\Users\Gbopgkjx\AppData\Local\Temp\is-V7UB3.tmp\1968eb54a2262e25b342aa6e853418d04cc6751c_0002459530.tmp" /SL5="$E03DE,2034499,136192,c:\users\user\downloads\1968eb54a2262e25b342aa6e853418d04cc6751c_0002459530"