PUP.Gamehack.ECB
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.ECB 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 immediate action to remove it and prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.ECB?
PUP.Gamehack.ECB is a type of malware that is categorized 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 or downloaded from the internet, and they often exhibit behaviors that are undesirable, such as displaying ads, collecting user data, or modifying system settings.
How PUP.Gamehack.ECB Operates
PUP.Gamehack.ECB, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system and then executing its payload. This can happen when you download and install software from the internet, click on suspicious links, or open malicious email attachments. Once installed, PUP.Gamehack.ECB may start displaying ads, collecting user data, or modifying system settings to facilitate its malicious activities. It may also attempt to connect to remote servers to download additional malware or receive instructions from its creators.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.ECB, you may notice several symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted ads or pop-ups, unexpected changes to your browser settings, or suspicious programs running in the background. You may also notice that your system is crashing or freezing frequently, or that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites. These symptoms can be indicative of a PUP infection, and it is essential to take action to remove the malware and prevent further damage.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.ECB
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Gamehack.ECB 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.Gamehack.ECB and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that may be related to PUP.Gamehack.ECB, and be cautious when installing new software to avoid bundling with other PUPs.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any modifications made by PUP.Gamehack.ECB.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Gamehack.ECB has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.ECB from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and caution. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent further damage to your system. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system from future malware infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, avoiding suspicious downloads, and using reputable anti-malware tools to scan your system regularly.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.ECB |
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| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
5f91705c075f3726551a7bfdfb569488
SHA1:
2d21163fc3717bdb0cd765abd4aa98abae8e43b6
SHA256:
2A07D3D123B2BA5A0243F2A94226A0B6E78BF3683B60473AEBA0EF888B93A4A3
File Size:
1.81 MB, 1809920 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 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 Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- imgui
- JMC
- x86
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: | 3,257 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1,052 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,729 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 476 |
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.- Gamehack.ECB
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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| Syscall Use |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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Shell Command Execution
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:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\2d21163fc3717bdb0cd765abd4aa98abae8e43b6_0001809920.,LiQMAxHB
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