PUP.Gamehack.HGC
The detection of PUP.Gamehack.HGC 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 appropriate steps to remove it and prevent future infections.
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What Is PUP.Gamehack.HGC?
PUP.Gamehack.HGC is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as malicious as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your privacy. PUPs are often installed unintentionally, and they can be difficult to remove without the right tools and techniques.
How PUP.Gamehack.HGC Operates
PUP.Gamehack.HGC, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system and then executing its payload. This can happen through various means, such as drive-by downloads, exploited vulnerabilities, or social engineering tactics. Once installed, the PUP can start to collect data, display unwanted advertisements, or even install additional malware. It's crucial to remove PUP.Gamehack.HGC as soon as possible to prevent further damage to your system and protect your personal data.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.HGC, you may notice various symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and changes to your browser settings. You may also experience issues with your system's stability, such as crashes or freezes. In some cases, the PUP may even install additional malware or create backdoors for remote access. If you suspect that your system is infected, it's essential to take immediate action to remove the threat.
- Unwanted advertisements and pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Changes to browser settings
- System crashes and freezes
- Unexplained data usage or network activity
How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.HGC
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malware or PUPs.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Gamehack.HGC from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the PUP and prevent future infections. It's essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system and personal data from malware and other online threats. Regularly updating your operating system, using reputable anti-malware tools, and being cautious when installing software or clicking on links can help to prevent PUPs and other malware from infecting your system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.HGC |
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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:
d6b23f905d1cd9ee6ccc4d706989a766
SHA1:
ae5a5ccef68a8ae28f3549ba653154fb0c989ab7
SHA256:
8C12670492CB6E7023626B118847FFA04482AA4B5B4EE8CDE0150092C55D6D67
File Size:
451.58 KB, 451584 bytes
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MD5:
768e4da4999a8401a6c0d52f1764c0e8
SHA1:
d44b45442d6d00890ce83e34c0456d71b575c663
SHA256:
EEF88EE7195F14D522588B4B2585436200784CC3B6F405A9F3ACCFB3F4AB13D5
File Size:
392.70 KB, 392704 bytes
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MD5:
f33d0d7674f7d121c09b42149b0ef094
SHA1:
c646ed57603aa221b22be76af0ef0e95eddc843f
SHA256:
C94CA0B228D30C468818C70E063A0A2FA68CBE464619F25B375B3CCFD959796C
File Size:
1.46 MB, 1458176 bytes
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MD5:
842f03c105e36d626918aeab3f80c9fc
SHA1:
43275d4127f798e441d6debf467be2225489d4b4
SHA256:
FE9D80ACB404C19D331E7D47B6D52BD786E799E166484254F82157921B91230A
File Size:
948.74 KB, 948736 bytes
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MD5:
e8c1ff5a32800f867b59b98ab51f8c1f
SHA1:
ca13d08f413084fc45e9954e83f33bbde2018c53
SHA256:
7B7A7F94070EC0463B9C3E5FE59A18732DCEE7701152E719B3EE7EF4DFFC1045
File Size:
375.30 KB, 375296 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 exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 32-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)
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 |
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| Company Name | DentalMonitoring |
| File Description | DM User Interface library |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | DM_UI |
| Legal Copyright | DM 2021-2022 |
| Original Filename | DM_UI.dll |
| Product Name | DM_UI module |
| Product Version | 1.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- imgui
- No Version Info
- VirtualQueryEx
- x86
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: | 838 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 55 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 576 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 207 |
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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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| c:\users\user\downloads\errmesg.txt | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\downloads\errmesg.txt | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| HKCU\system\currentcontrolset\control\mediaproperties\privateproperties\directinput\vid_0627&pid_0001\calibration\0::guid | `� K���DEST | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\ae5a5ccef68a8ae28f3549ba653154fb0c989ab7_00004515846814bb390006e400::name | AE5A5CCEF68A8AE28F3549BA653154FB0C989AB7_0000451584 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\ae5a5ccef68a8ae28f3549ba653154fb0c989ab7_00004515846814bb390006e400::usesmapper | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::name | AE5A5CCEF68A8AE28F3549BA653154FB0C989AB7_0000451584 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::id | AE5A5CCEF68A8AE28F3549BA653154FB0C989AB7_00004515846814BB390006E400 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::version | ࠀ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\directinput\mostrecentapplication::mostrecentstart | ��\ښo� | 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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| Anti Debug |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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Shell Command Execution
Shell Command Execution
This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.
C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\d44b45442d6d00890ce83e34c0456d71b575c663_0000392704.,LiQMAxHB
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\c646ed57603aa221b22be76af0ef0e95eddc843f_0001458176.,LiQMAxHB
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\43275d4127f798e441d6debf467be2225489d4b4_0000948736.,LiQMAxHB
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\ca13d08f413084fc45e9954e83f33bbde2018c53_0000375296.,LiQMAxHB
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