PUP.Gamehack.GDDN
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.GDDN 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 to prevent any potential harm.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.GDDN?
PUP.Gamehack.GDDN 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 are not necessarily malicious but can still cause problems, such as slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted advertisements, or collecting your personal data. The name PUP.Gamehack.GDDN suggests that it may be related to gaming or cheating software, but its actual purpose and behavior can only be determined by analyzing its code and behavior.
How PUP.Gamehack.GDDN Operates
PUPs like PUP.Gamehack.GDDN can operate in various ways, depending on their design and purpose. They may be installed as a standalone application or as a component of a larger software package. Once installed, they can run in the background, consuming system resources, and potentially communicating with remote servers to send or receive data. In some cases, PUPs can also modify system settings, install additional software, or display unwanted advertisements.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.GDDN, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups or advertisements, and unexpected changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser homepage or search engine has been changed, or that new toolbars or extensions have been installed. In some cases, PUPs can also cause system crashes, freezes, or errors.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.GDDN
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of the PUP.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP, using the Add/Remove Programs feature in the Control Panel.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions, toolbars, or modifications.
- Reboot your computer and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of the PUP have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.GDDN from your system is essential to prevent any potential harm and to restore your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this PUP and prevent any further issues. It's also important to be cautious when installing software and to always read the terms and conditions before agreeing to install any application. Regularly scanning your system with anti-malware tools and keeping your operating system and software up to date can also help to prevent PUPs and other types of malware from infecting your system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.GDDN |
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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:
7770319181066eaf74531ac8ee86c3ee
SHA1:
5304c2dd3eccf45aa6bec31d8faf42ff5361b099
SHA256:
C405622D01F0EEA26A24E300B36ABBFEF4352774355AD2E1E7996323F290E8A7
File Size:
1.47 MB, 1469440 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 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)
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.| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Drift |
| File Description | Drift External Tool |
| File Version | 1.3.16.0 |
| Internal Name | Drift.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2026 Drift |
| Original Filename | Drift.exe |
| Product Name | Drift External |
| Product Version | 1.3.16.0 |
File Traits
- GetConsoleWindow
- imgui
- 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: | 4,739 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1,370 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 3,109 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 260 |
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.- Kryptik.BSC
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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