PUP.Gamehack.GAIF
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.GAIF on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be causing issues with your computer's performance and security. PUPs are software applications that are not necessarily malicious but can still pose risks to your system and personal data. In this removal report, we will provide you with information on what PUP.Gamehack.GAIF is, how it operates, its symptoms, and most importantly, how to remove it from your system.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.GAIF?
PUP.Gamehack.GAIF is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to perform certain functions on your computer without your explicit consent. While it may not be as harmful as malware, it can still cause problems such as slowing down your system, displaying unwanted advertisements, and potentially collecting your personal data. PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.GAIF often get installed on your system through bundled software downloads, infected websites, or malicious email attachments.
How PUP.Gamehack.GAIF Operates
PUP.Gamehack.GAIF operates by installing itself on your system and then executing its payload, which can include a range of activities such as displaying ads, collecting data, and modifying system settings. It may also attempt to connect to remote servers to download additional components or receive instructions from its creators. PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.GAIF can be difficult to detect and remove because they often disguise themselves as legitimate programs or system files.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.GAIF, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted advertisements, and mysterious changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser is being redirected to unfamiliar websites or that your search results are being manipulated. In some cases, PUP.Gamehack.GAIF may also cause system crashes, freezes, or errors.
- Unwanted advertisements and pop-ups
- Slow system performance and responsiveness
- Mysterious changes to system settings and browser configurations
- System crashes, freezes, and errors
- Unfamiliar websites and search results
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.GAIF
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Gamehack.GAIF from loading and to allow for a clean removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious components related to PUP.Gamehack.GAIF.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to PUP.Gamehack.GAIF from the Control Panel or Settings app.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Gamehack.GAIF has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.GAIF from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. By following the steps outlined in this removal report, you should be able to successfully remove PUP.Gamehack.GAIF and restore your system to its normal state. It's essential to be cautious when downloading software and visiting websites to avoid infecting your system with PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.GAIF in the future. Regularly updating your operating system, browser, and anti-malware software can also help prevent similar infections.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.GAIF |
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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:
8ea3fd5f753a46f8c199847f58c5ac4a
SHA1:
065293c068b0a32ebe131ba276b478807a4583f8
SHA256:
83E6950FDBD392B6309EEF4D8E08611C318ADC01B440A9EB896E468F00161A8A
File Size:
6.74 MB, 6741504 bytes
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MD5:
f0d3ccdc2a0aff5fe5f16b61e3769e94
SHA1:
61c9acb0d0eabc4e5a55940219abf55e5f1c3c25
SHA256:
0127C8B22BA003E3BF9CAD34B489FA3A71EC35DC3369B00DEF4387EB9AAEC7BB
File Size:
6.90 MB, 6904832 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 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)
- File is not packed
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- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- dll
- GetConsoleWindow
- HighEntropy
- imgui
- No Version Info
- ntdll
- VirtualQueryEx
- 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: | 17,804 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 784 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 16,162 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 858 |
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.- Agent.AVBA
- Coins.G
- Gamehack.EBB
- Gamehack.GAIF
- Gamehack.GAIG
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- Kryptik.DRL
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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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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