PUP.Gamehack.AZD

The detection of PUP.Gamehack.AZD 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 further damage.

What Is PUP.Gamehack.AZD?

PUP.Gamehack.AZD is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that it is not necessarily a virus or a Trojan, but rather a program that may be installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs can be bundled with other software, downloaded from the internet, or installed through exploits. They can cause a range of problems, including slowing down your system, displaying unwanted advertisements, and potentially leading to more severe security issues.

How PUP.Gamehack.AZD Operates

Once installed, PUP.Gamehack.AZD may operate in various ways to achieve its goals. It may collect data about your browsing habits, search history, and other online activities to display targeted advertisements or sell your data to third-party companies. It may also attempt to install additional software or modify your system settings to create a more favorable environment for its operation. In some cases, PUPs can also be used as a conduit for more severe malware, such as viruses or Trojans, to gain access to your system.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.AZD, you may notice a range of symptoms. These can include slow system performance, unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, new toolbars or extensions installed in your web browser, and changes to your system settings or homepage. You may also notice that your system is crashing or freezing more frequently, or that your browser is being redirected to unfamiliar websites. If you suspect that your system is infected, it's essential to take immediate action to remove the threat.

How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.AZD

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to give you a clean environment to work in.
2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malware or PUPs that may be present.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that you don't recognize or that were installed without your knowledge or consent.
4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or toolbars.
5. Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the threat has been fully removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Gamehack.AZD from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the threat. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is clean and secure. It's also essential to take preventive measures to avoid future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when downloading software or clicking on links from unfamiliar sources. By staying vigilant and taking proactive steps to protect your system, you can help to prevent the installation of unwanted programs like PUP.Gamehack.AZD and keep your computer running smoothly and securely.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.Gamehack.AZD
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

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

MD5: 22e428f3f8aa2f0a3c939f0b634c98fc SHA1: 47b13150a4baea2c74f9218eec8116f79eaf6529 SHA256: A9378EED61540213B541E319CFEBEF178B5733CA4AEB6D4F27B05CABF83F8214 File Size: 28.67 KB, 28672 bytes

MD5: becc4992fca38df1ae557ab956490ea8 SHA1: f0dfd6684d6b4dbac30eeba2ffa114bda5e276a6 SHA256: 5A0E35B837861A11501683DFD61C2C85EEFD9BE962469975A14330FA0C673634 File Size: 30.21 KB, 30208 bytes

MD5: e61b520a213c66227f734425c4f2aede SHA1: 7279560e481b4dbefff86508c99a911ddf59e68a SHA256: 82F5646A1B653D0394569A874A3AB0D926F94D1BD1D3A6002244B637CA453D71 File Size: 7.17 KB, 7168 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 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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• 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

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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	Made By ILA
Company Name	Extalia
File Description	Commandos Behind The Enemy Lines Trainer
File Version	1.0
Internal Name	Commandos BTEL Trainer
Legal Copyright	ILA
Legal Trademarks	ILA
Made By	ILA
Product Version	1.0

File Traits

• .adata
• .aspack
• ASPack v2.12
• HighEntropy
• No Version Info
• packed
• WriteProcessMemory
• x86

Block Information

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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:	2
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	2
Whitelisted Blocks:	0
Unknown Blocks:	0

Visual Map

x x

0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

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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.

• Gamehack.AZD