PUP.Gamehack.SBE
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 18,584 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 10 |
| First Seen: | August 23, 2024 |
| Last Seen: | October 15, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
PUP.Gamehack.SBE is a detection name used to flag a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that is often associated with game-hacking or cheat-related tools circulating online. Although its overall danger level is rated low, users who encounter this detection should still take it seriously, since PUPs can open the door to unwanted behavior on a Windows system and, in some cases, overlap with more dangerous threats.
Table of Contents
What Gamehack.SBE Does
Gamehack.SBE is classified as a Potentially Unwanted Application (PUA) or Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP). Programs in this category are not always outright malicious, but they tend to behave in ways that most users would not knowingly agree to. This can include installing unwanted browser toolbars, displaying intrusive advertisements, or changing a browser's default settings, such as the homepage or default search engine, without clear and transparent consent.
The file associated with this detection is a 64-bit native Windows executable that runs as a console application. It does not carry a digital signature, has no version information, and lacks several standard elements found in trustworthy software, such as an exports table or security metadata. While the file itself is not packed, this lack of transparency and verifiable publisher information is typical of PUPs and makes it harder for a regular user to judge whether the program is safe or trustworthy simply by looking at it.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
Like most PUPs, Gamehack.SBE typically reaches computers through software bundling. Users may download it, sometimes unknowingly, alongside other free programs, game modification tools, cheat engines, or utilities obtained from unofficial or third-party websites. Installers for such bundled software often present additional components during setup using pre-checked boxes or vague language, making it easy for someone to install the extra program without really noticing it. Downloading cracked games, cheat tools, or unverified game hacks from unofficial sources is a common way this type of program spreads.
Risks for the User
Because PUPs like Gamehack.SBE sit in a gray area, the risks they pose vary. At minimum, users can expect a degraded browsing experience caused by unwanted ads, toolbars, or altered browser settings. More importantly, PUPs in this category can sometimes act as a vector for more serious threats. The detection is listed alongside related families identified as shellcode runners and generic trojans, which suggests that similar files can be associated with more dangerous behavior in some cases. This does not mean every instance of Gamehack.SBE is harmful in that way, but it highlights why PUPs should not be dismissed as harmless.
Signs of Infection
Typical signs that a PUP like this is present on a system include unexpected new toolbars or extensions in the web browser, a changed homepage or default search engine, an increase in pop-up or in-browser advertisements, and the presence of unfamiliar programs in the installed applications list or startup items that the user does not recall installing.
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the risk of encountering programs like Gamehack.SBE, avoid downloading game hacks, cheats, or cracked software from unofficial sources. Always choose the custom or advanced installation option when installing free software so that any bundled extras can be reviewed and declined. Keep the operating system and security software up to date, and periodically review installed programs and browser extensions, removing anything unfamiliar or unused.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.SBE |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
3b4cce34fc9e5177864d83309d23d2e3
SHA1:
9a068141ace55b510acc8832117cde03bc53b870
SHA256:
69B93F02FF2A207F54D8554CE2D3449E54E8580E60BEBBA31B77BEF2F264EC10
File Size:
124.42 KB, 124416 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 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)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- JMC
- No Version Info
- 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: | 342 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 25 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 316 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1 |
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.- ShellcodeRunner.LWB
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