PUP.Gamehack.GAGD
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.GAGD 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 from your system to prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.GAGD?
PUP.Gamehack.GAGD 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 with your system's performance, stability, and security. They often sneak onto your system through bundled software downloads, infected websites, or malicious email attachments.
How PUP.Gamehack.GAGD Operates
PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.GAGD typically operate by installing themselves on your system and then executing their payload, which can include displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or modifying system settings. They may also install additional software or malware on your system, which can further compromise your security and performance. PUPs can be challenging to detect and remove, as they often disguise themselves as legitimate programs or system files.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.GAGD, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also notice that your system is running slowly or crashing frequently, or that your browser is redirecting you to unwanted websites. In some cases, PUPs can also collect your personal data, such as browsing history or login credentials, and transmit it to third-party servers.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.GAGD
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and run a full scan of your system to detect and remove PUP.Gamehack.GAGD and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the PUP was detected.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.GAGD from your system is essential to prevent further damage and protect your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the PUP and restore your system to its normal state. It is 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 unknown sources. By taking these steps, you can help protect your system and your personal data from the risks associated with PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.GAGD.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.GAGD |
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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:
2f695818a65c6d5f9c983c0f4ded9b31
SHA1:
c2437061b8083f82f7c8da67b412f8a33eb9886e
SHA256:
F13B26EAE8A2901845C3AACBA79E0E5BD5EE5009AD601CAD9D8D9B3F52D5E79F
File Size:
8.52 MB, 8518144 bytes
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MD5:
0ac0eb298f1c89d163772c0a6c377173
SHA1:
91043ac79c1c78d679de84a5df3fcfe3f0b63819
SHA256:
4BF1BE2CE050F7F0DC94F4E81F5EF529B9848ED4579AA134BE76D605A1F194FF
File Size:
8.49 MB, 8490496 bytes
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MD5:
41a2973bac0eee525bbb866596a9a4b5
SHA1:
270a6c7432431aefb061bbc20b5d16586fe156e6
SHA256:
613898B077AAD925E2DA55EC915F32061657E1B9C8ED1A4BED330D7828A8B800
File Size:
4.41 MB, 4408832 bytes
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MD5:
facf6319b912531e22e1913c8efc76e1
SHA1:
c4fe33b2ad1870a7c859f7fe20fdc5d21ab5e972
SHA256:
DFF392D4060F9F224DE27B8CE0230B66B5F5CC47FEC1DCBE23C5C715C4F3D685
File Size:
8.64 MB, 8636416 bytes
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MD5:
96aa64482e5a9a5604512e997fca159d
SHA1:
5256ba742ab368c6f5018916201226570e0c61eb
SHA256:
7B10393C1101AE45866613065DAF33064AEDED4A56A1DD2490A8E970E67C4970
File Size:
5.66 MB, 5662208 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 resources
- File doesn't have security information
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- 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
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.File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- HighEntropy
- imgui
- No Version Info
- ntdll
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 13,708 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 159 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 13,253 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 296 |
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.- ClipBanker.TI
- Coinminer.GOA
- Coinminer.GP
- Downloader.Agent.BTO
- Downloader.Agent.BTP
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- Gamehack.EH
- Gamehack.GAGD
- Injector.LIA
- Stealer.Y
- Teslarvng.C
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 |
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| \device\harddisk0\dr0 | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
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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| User Data Access |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Thread Create Remote |
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