PUP.DriverWhiz
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| Popularity Rank: | 10,445 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 5,205 |
| First Seen: | March 6, 2020 |
| Last Seen: | October 2, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.DriverWhiz 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.DriverWhiz?
PUP.DriverWhiz 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 slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted advertisements, or collecting your personal data. The term "PUP" is a broad category that encompasses various types of software, including adware, toolbars, and driver updates.
How PUP.DriverWhiz Operates
PUP.DriverWhiz, like other PUPs, may operate by installing itself on your system through various means, such as bundled software downloads, infected websites, or phishing emails. Once installed, it may start displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting your browsing data, or slowing down your computer's performance. PUPs can also install additional software or components that may further compromise your system's security.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.DriverWhiz, you may experience various symptoms, including slow computer performance, unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your system, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also notice that your computer is crashing or freezing frequently, or that your personal data is being collected or transmitted without your consent.
- Unwanted changes to your browser settings or homepage
- Slow computer performance or crashes
- Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your system
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
How to Remove PUP.DriverWhiz
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.DriverWhiz from loading and to allow for a safe removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove PUP.DriverWhiz and any related components.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to PUP.DriverWhiz.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted changes or extensions.
- Reboot your computer and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that PUP.DriverWhiz has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.DriverWhiz from your system is crucial to prevent potential harm and maintain your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and restore your system to its optimal state. It's essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system from future threats by keeping your operating system and software up-to-date, using reputable anti-malware tools, and being cautious when downloading software or clicking on links from unknown sources.
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. | 2.8.2_DriverwhizSetup.exe | fcd9044ef9e5c2595f927027f24e6148 | 568 |
| 2. | AbeAppsDriverUpdater.exe | d4e04eed2360b065d75376a61ae1f478 | 160 |
| 3. | DriverWhiz.exe | bf01e4e3975a6c0277c685ec593943d6 | 123 |
| 4. | 2.1.0.4_DriverWhiz.exe | 70d06a188cd71f195dcdc0dd14c3feea | 79 |
| 5. | 4.1.0.0_DriverWhiz (1).exe | ec89112329c532485f19c92dc4514853 | 23 |
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.DriverWhiz |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | Self Signed |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
718852799ddd09f4b064de2ec3460a82
SHA1:
784aa56675048c8071b9836ad411d3d00ab2f637
SHA256:
33D9CBA8FB6F884B7EF4AAF28AADADCB9C2C202C429DC1E8118B9742E81040C3
File Size:
7.14 MB, 7142940 bytes
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MD5:
51971a92e81eb32231cb217439035ca0
SHA1:
368dc50849b9f724252eb43fbede3b97f4efca99
SHA256:
1EA4C4EF20453F85E096DBA2978A4D46059D1DD30DD22B11A96D052EFB68C1D5
File Size:
8.04 MB, 8040192 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 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
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 | Graphical Installer. Copyright (c) 2006 - 2013 unSigned Softworks. http://graphical-installer.com/ |
| Company Name | 383 Media, Inc. |
| File Description |
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| File Version |
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| Internal Name | DriverRestoreSetup.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (c) 2013 383 Media, Inc. |
| Legal Trademarks | Copyright (c) 2013 383 Media, Inc. |
| Original Filename | DriverRestoreSetup.exe |
| Product Name |
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| Product Version |
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Digital Signatures
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1NSTALL (383 MEDIA, INC.) | Symantec Class 3 Extended Validation Code Signing CA | Self Signed |
Files Modified
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\nsc4a3d.tmp | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsw4a5d.tmp\langdll.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| HKCU\software\microsoft\ctf\msutb::left | Դ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\ctf\msutb::top | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | :m � 8�1jg�8 �� �6 �v �� �� T��� ����� 1��dc�%�� 3bBx �< �� �I �R �7#��$kF%`� %�&� &�-'�'@j(�(X�(�)A)�`*J*9*�"+��-!R0P%1`1�1HO 5,]=� @V� A��B�� G�IH[uH�pH�� I��K�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | ;m � 8�1jg�8 �� �6 �v �� �� T��� ����� 1��dc�%�� 3bBx �< �� �I �R �7#��$kF%`� %�&� &�-'�'@j(�(X�(�)A)�`*J*9*�"+��-!R0P%1`1�1HO 5,]=� @V� A��B�� G�IH[uH�pH�� I��K�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
