PUP.GameHack.GF
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| Popularity Rank: | 21,574 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 7 |
| First Seen: | August 3, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | September 29, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
PUP.GameHack.GF is a detection name used to identify a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that is associated with so-called "game hack" or "game cheat" tools. These programs are typically marketed as utilities that let users unlock extra features, modify in-game currency, or gain an unfair advantage in video games. While they may appear harmless or even useful at first glance, programs flagged under this detection name often come bundled with unwanted components, display aggressive advertising, or behave in ways that compromise system stability and user privacy.
Table of Contents
What PUP.GameHack.GF Does
Like most threats in this category, PUP.GameHack.GF is generally designed to inject itself into the gaming experience by altering game files, memory values, or application processes in order to simulate cheat functionality. In many cases, tools like this also perform actions unrelated to the advertised game-hacking feature, such as collecting system information, displaying intrusive pop-up ads, redirecting browser traffic, or installing additional software without clear user consent. Because these programs often require elevated system permissions to function, they can also disable security warnings or modify system settings, which increases the risk of further unwanted installations.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
Potentially unwanted programs in the game-hack category typically spread through channels that are common to this type of software. Users often download them from unofficial gaming forums, third-party file-sharing sites, or download portals that bundle extra software with the file a user intended to get. In many cases, the installer is presented as a "trainer," "patch," or "cheat engine" for a popular video game. Because these files are rarely hosted on official or verified platforms, there is little oversight over what else may be packaged inside the installer. Peer-to-peer downloads, cracked game files, and ads promising free in-game items are also common distribution methods for this type of PUP.
Risks for the User
Installing a program like PUP.GameHack.GF can expose users to several risks that are typical of this category of software. These include:
- Unwanted advertisements and browser redirects that disrupt normal use of the computer
- Reduced system performance due to background processes running without clear purpose
- Installation of additional unwanted or unverified software bundled with the original download
- Potential exposure of personal or system data to unknown third parties
- Violation of game terms of service, which can lead to banned accounts if the "hack" is detected by the game's anti-cheat system
Signs of Infection
Users who have installed a program associated with PUP.GameHack.GF may notice unusual behavior on their system, such as new toolbars or browser extensions that were not intentionally installed, an increase in pop-up ads, unexpected changes to browser homepage or search settings, unfamiliar programs listed in the installed applications list, and slower overall system or game performance. Security software may also flag the program directly, often during a scan or at the time of installation.
How to Stay Protected
To avoid PUP.GameHack.GF and similar potentially unwanted programs, it is best to avoid downloading cheats, trainers, or modification tools from unofficial or unverified sources. Always read installation prompts carefully and decline any additional offers for toolbars, bundled software, or optional programs. Keeping an updated and reputable security solution active on the system can also help detect and remove these programs before they cause harm. Regularly reviewing installed programs and browser extensions can further help users spot and remove unwanted software early.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.GameHack.GF |
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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:
886bca2f02533fbf6d7d429bf913d551
SHA1:
994cb9c25482f1a2e3d183e591fe5e5263aa71ac
SHA256:
ECCAD0C3FB855246E117E7CF7B90D974D93B621C4C4B491CE8DD5F57C0EBA900
File Size:
2.51 MB, 2510848 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- File is 64-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)
- 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.| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Comments | Modified by an unpaid evaluation copy of Resource Tuner 2. http://www.heaventools.com |
| Company Name | Dexz's Process Hacker |
| File Description | Dexz's Process Hacker |
| File Version | 1 |
| Internal Name | Dexz's Process Hacker |
| Legal Copyright | Licensed under the Black Nigger Squad |
| Original Filename | Dexz's Process Hacker |
| Product Name | Dexz's Process Hacker |
| Product Version | 1 |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- GetConsoleWindow
- 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: | 6,653 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 3,693 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 2,960 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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.GF
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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