PUP.Gamehack.CABD
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 25,987 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| First Seen: | August 6, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | October 24, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
PUP.Gamehack.CABD is a detection name used to identify a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) found on Windows systems. Programs in this category are not considered to be destructive, high-risk malware, but they can still behave in ways that interfere with a user's normal computing experience. While its danger level is rated very low, users who discover this detection on their system should still take a moment to understand what it does and how it got there.
Table of Contents
What Gamehack.CABD Does
PUP.Gamehack.CABD is classified under the "Gamehack" family of PUPs, a category of software that is often associated with programs designed to modify, monitor, or interact with other running applications, frequently games, through techniques such as reading or writing process memory. Analysis of this particular detection shows that it is a native 64-bit Windows application that interacts directly with low-level system functions, including calls that read and write to the memory of other processes, query system and process information, and manage virtual memory. It also creates and manages a set of temporary files and logs on the system, which appear to be used to track its own installation, update, or migration progress.
Like many PUPs, Gamehack.CABD does not come with a digital signature, and its executable lacks the kind of version information and metadata typically found in legitimate, well-documented software. This lack of transparency is a common trait among potentially unwanted programs and can make it harder for users to verify the program's origin, purpose, or developer.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
Potentially unwanted programs like Gamehack.CABD typically do not arrive through deceptive exploits or hidden malware delivery mechanisms. Instead, they are commonly bundled with other free software downloads, game modification tools, trainers, or third-party installers. Users often agree to install these programs, sometimes unknowingly, by clicking through installation wizards without carefully reviewing optional components or additional offers presented during setup.
Risks for the User
Although rated at the lowest danger level, programs in this category can still pose some risks. Because Gamehack.CABD interacts with process memory and system information at a low level, its presence could affect system stability, interfere with other running applications, or be flagged by security tools as suspicious behavior. PUPs in general may also consume system resources, run without a clear user benefit, or leave behind files and logs that clutter the system.
Signs of Infection
Users may notice this PUP through unexpected files and folders appearing in temporary directories, unfamiliar processes running in the background, or security software alerts identifying the Gamehack.CABD detection name. Since it does not display obvious symptoms like browser hijacking or heavy advertising, it may go unnoticed unless flagged by a scan.
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the chances of encountering PUPs like this one, users should download software only from official or trusted sources, carefully read each step of installation wizards, and decline any bundled offers or optional add-ons that are not needed. Keeping security software up to date and regularly scanning the system can also help detect and remove unwanted programs before they cause further issues.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.CABD |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
3b677f5b60a995f960378bd4c11ce0cf
SHA1:
b2025320bf19057b1046f79396da2c7dbba724f6
SHA256:
D8CDE9A2E4D287F042B909A39589FD6D6E99D2CA9E40C0493761CC63E77E90EA
File Size:
5.34 MB, 5344768 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 has TLS information
- File is 64-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 Traits
- fptable
- imgui
- No Version Info
- ntdll
- VirtualQueryEx
- x64
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: | 12,365 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1,534 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 9,921 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 910 |
Visual Map
... Data truncated? - 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.- Gamehack.CABD
- Gamehack.FRA
- PUP.GameHack.Gen.CX
- PUP.GameHack.Gen.DF
- PUP.GameHack.Gen.N
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\vesta\.migration-v1.complete | Synchronize,Write Data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\vesta\.migration-v1.lock | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\vesta\.migration-v1.pending | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\vesta\logs\journal.log | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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 |
|---|---|
| Syscall Use |
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