The detection of PUP.Gamehack.FAF 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 immediate action to remove it and prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.FAF?
PUP.Gamehack.FAF is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to operate on your system without your consent. The term "PUP" refers to a program that is not necessarily malicious but can still cause problems, such as slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted ads, or collecting your personal data without permission. The "Gamehack" part of the name suggests that this PUP may be related to gaming or cheating software, which can be particularly problematic as it may compromise the integrity of games or even lead to account bans.
How PUP.Gamehack.FAF Operates
Like many PUPs, PUP.Gamehack.FAF likely operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or by tricking you into installing it. Once installed, it may start running in the background, consuming system resources, and potentially communicating with its creators or other malicious entities. The exact mechanisms of how PUP.Gamehack.FAF operates are not detailed here, but it's crucial to recognize that its presence can lead to a range of negative consequences, from performance issues to security breaches.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a PUP.Gamehack.FAF infection can vary, but common signs include a noticeable slowdown in your computer's performance, unexpected pop-ups or advertisements, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You might also notice that your gaming experience is affected, with cheats or hacks being enabled without your consent. In some cases, you might not notice any symptoms at all, which is why regular system scans are essential for detecting and removing such threats.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.FAF
Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to give you a clean environment to work in.
Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove all components of PUP.Gamehack.FAF.
Uninstall any suspicious programs that you don't recognize or that were installed around the time the PUP was detected.
Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
Reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all threats have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.FAF from your system is crucial to maintaining your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively eliminate this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. Remember, prevention is key, so always be cautious when downloading software, keep your operating system and security software up to date, and regularly scan your system for threats. Taking these proactive measures will help protect your computer and your personal data from a wide range of cyber threats, including PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.FAF.
Analysis Report
General information
Family Name:
PUP.Gamehack.FAF
Signature status:
No Signature
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.
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 exports table
File doesn't have security information
File is .NET application
File is 32-bit executable
File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
File is either console or GUI application
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
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.
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.
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
ntdll.dll!NtAlpcSendWaitReceivePort
ntdll.dll!NtClearEvent
ntdll.dll!NtClose
ntdll.dll!NtCreateEvent
ntdll.dll!NtCreateMutant
ntdll.dll!NtCreatePrivateNamespace
ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection
ntdll.dll!NtCreateThreadEx
ntdll.dll!NtDeviceIoControlFile
ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateObject
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ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateKey
ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateValueKey
ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory
ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection
ntdll.dll!NtOpenDirectoryObject
ntdll.dll!NtOpenEvent
ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile
ntdll.dll!NtOpenKey
ntdll.dll!NtOpenKeyEx
ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcess
ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessToken
ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadToken
ntdll.dll!NtProtectVirtualMemory
ntdll.dll!NtQueryAttributesFile
ntdll.dll!NtQueryDefaultLocale
ntdll.dll!NtQueryDirectoryFileEx
ntdll.dll!NtQueryFullAttributesFile
ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationFile
ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationJobObject
ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationProcess
ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationToken
ntdll.dll!NtQueryKey
ntdll.dll!NtQueryLicenseValue
ntdll.dll!NtQueryPerformanceCounter
ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityAttributesToken
ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityObject
ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformation
ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformationEx
ntdll.dll!NtQueryValueKey
ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory
ntdll.dll!NtQueryVolumeInformationFile
ntdll.dll!NtQueryWnfStateData
ntdll.dll!NtReadFile
ntdll.dll!NtReadRequestData
ntdll.dll!NtReleaseMutant
ntdll.dll!NtReleaseWorkerFactoryWorker
ntdll.dll!NtResumeThread
ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent
ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationKey
ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationProcess
ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationWorkerFactory
ntdll.dll!NtSubscribeWnfStateChange
ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert
ntdll.dll!NtTraceControl
ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSection
ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSectionEx
ntdll.dll!NtWaitForSingleObject
ntdll.dll!NtWaitForWorkViaWorkerFactory
ntdll.dll!NtWaitLowEventPair
ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile
UNKNOWN
User Data Access
GetComputerNameEx
GetUserObjectInformation
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