PUP.FileFinder
Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
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See also Threat Assessment Criteria.
| Popularity Rank: | 21,259 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 1,612 |
| First Seen: | October 7, 2016 |
| Last Seen: | September 11, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.FileFinder 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 to prevent potential harm.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.FileFinder?
PUP.FileFinder 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 other unwanted programs.
How PUP.FileFinder Operates
PUP.FileFinder, like other PUPs, may operate by installing itself on your system through various means, such as bundled software downloads, infected email attachments, or exploited vulnerabilities. Once installed, it may start collecting your personal data, displaying unwanted advertisements, or modifying your browser settings. PUPs can also slow down your computer by consuming system resources, such as memory and CPU power.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.FileFinder, you may experience various symptoms, including slow computer performance, unwanted advertisements, and modified browser settings. You may also notice suspicious programs or toolbars installed on your system, or find that your default search engine or homepage has been changed. Additionally, you may receive pop-up notifications or warnings that your system is infected with malware, which can be a tactic used by PUPs to scare you into purchasing unnecessary software or services.
How to Remove PUP.FileFinder
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.FileFinder from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove PUP.FileFinder and any other potential threats.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or toolbars that you do not recognize or that were installed without your consent.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any modifications made by PUP.FileFinder.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.FileFinder has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.FileFinder 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 this potentially unwanted program and protect your system from similar threats in the future. It is 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.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.FileFinder
Directories
PUP.FileFinder may create the following directory or directories:
| %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\InstallMachine\products\FileFinder |
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.FileFinder |
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| Signature status: | Self Signed |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
56dceae0ebe19afd355f50c0a0edae84
SHA1:
6c21927b22567f4687ad6a0f4ea65d72b9d7f932
SHA256:
1FFC8F230A55D93187A482FE63AFA14DDCFAFB945AF902C7EA823FF23B74F1D7
File Size:
5.23 MB, 5234840 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 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
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
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- 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 |
|---|---|
| Legal Copyright | Easy VPN Service |
| Product Name | EasyVpn |
| Product Version | 1.1.1 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| EasyVpn | EasyVpn | Self Signed |
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: | 16,703 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 4,599 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 12,104 |
| 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.- ExpressDownloader.B
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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| Encryption Used |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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