PUP.Gamehack.GFSA
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.GFSA 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.GFSA?
PUP.Gamehack.GFSA is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that it is not necessarily a virus or a Trojan, but rather a program that may be installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs can be bundled with other software, downloaded from the internet, or installed through exploited vulnerabilities. They often exhibit behaviors that are annoying, disruptive, or even malicious, such as displaying unwanted ads, collecting personal data, or modifying system settings.
How PUP.Gamehack.GFSA Operates
Once installed, PUP.Gamehack.GFSA may operate in various ways to achieve its goals. It may display unwanted advertisements, such as pop-ups, banners, or redirects, to generate revenue for its creators. It may also collect personal data, such as browsing history, search queries, or sensitive information, to sell or use for targeted advertising. Additionally, PUP.Gamehack.GFSA may modify system settings, such as changing the default search engine or homepage, to further compromise your system's security and performance.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.GFSA, you may notice various symptoms, such as slowed system performance, increased memory usage, or frequent crashes. You may also see unwanted ads or pop-ups, or experience unexpected changes to your system settings. Furthermore, you may notice that your browser is redirecting to unfamiliar websites, or that your search results are being hijacked. These symptoms can be frustrating and may indicate that your system is compromised.
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.GFSA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious components.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP.Gamehack.GFSA infection.
- Reset your browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.GFSA from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware's behavior. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the malware and prevent further damage to your system. It's essential to remain vigilant and to take proactive measures to protect your system from future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and avoiding suspicious downloads or links. By taking these precautions, you can help ensure the security and performance of your system and protect your personal data from potential threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.GFSA |
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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:
cc5097fed1b7e4a39f33c14ac47329b3
SHA1:
f5db4d5adab90d83f3cc7fbc639f38e7ad054b5b
SHA256:
359DC6A1554AC3A14AAFBE396E73B234B1655DD433461C9210E27559376B7403
File Size:
830.98 KB, 830976 bytes
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MD5:
e37cfb95c64c1d9c930a69472bf02a38
SHA1:
2d76023a5e05d560759db64ecee2466dfefe0307
SHA256:
4A31581E17C35187E9C9F90B1002131672017BE5787D1C20E51091895903754D
File Size:
1.33 MB, 1332224 bytes
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MD5:
bc92a40400c142ec67ce45b302a45b62
SHA1:
34b099e6203789907877d2c6902f14722b9805cc
SHA256:
42C8CDE4F6F7E391A352E218F369A5406F9DB0E4E70F5A3719342A8AE21B3766
File Size:
4.32 MB, 4323328 bytes
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MD5:
ec4a8f2e43367e1d3c7efa1933596ef4
SHA1:
0be92fa0c0fbbdd847d4b7e3ff70e4771720856e
SHA256:
CA555CDB3F285F12DBDA0A8BFDFFB9BFDC454613BAA53A919F6C90EFC4D45688
File Size:
3.22 MB, 3221504 bytes
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MD5:
50f863955f4da6c26ac900709fe8b3ef
SHA1:
4f54c6a9ee994ef6393d7166804f04a4f560d000
SHA256:
3AF5C97A5C489641320F99AB5A40BCD90565EB1B2781C8C34A786C428322DCFD
File Size:
4.80 MB, 4798976 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 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)
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- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- dll
- imgui
- Pastebin
- 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: | 7,801 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 531 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 5,839 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1,431 |
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Registry Modifications
Registry Modifications
This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.| Key::Value | Data | API Name |
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| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | Ul C � �v �Z xy ������Bx !wz %:� &� (�1`1�1HO >3� @V� A��H[uJ�� N$X�_�zi��k`k�qrnJ tǤu�~ {b��� �P� �{��!�ރ �����7� � ��3��� �b:�� ��� ������6� �h �a �n� �F� �m� Ù� �IV ͪ�t� �V �� ����$ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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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