PUP.Gamehack.XJ

The detection of PUP.Gamehack.XJ 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 is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take appropriate steps to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is PUP.Gamehack.XJ?

PUP.Gamehack.XJ 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, it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your personal data. PUPs are often installed unintentionally, bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources. They can be used to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or even install additional malware.

How PUP.Gamehack.XJ Operates

PUP.Gamehack.XJ operates by installing itself on your system, often without your knowledge or consent. Once installed, it can begin to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or install additional malware. It may also modify system settings, such as changing your default search engine or homepage. In some cases, PUPs can even install additional software or tools, such as keyloggers or ransomware, which can further compromise your system and personal data.

Symptoms of Infection

There are several symptoms that may indicate your system is infected with PUP.Gamehack.XJ. These can include unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, slow system performance, and changes to system settings. You may also notice that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites or that your search results are being altered. Additionally, you may see suspicious programs or tools installed on your system, or notice that your personal data is being collected or transmitted without your consent.

• Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
• Slow system performance
• Changes to system settings
• Browser redirection
• Suspicious programs or tools installed
• Personal data collection or transmission

How to Remove PUP.Gamehack.XJ

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a more thorough removal process.
2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malware or PUPs that may be present.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or tools that may be related to the PUP.Gamehack.XJ infection.
4. Reset your web browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by the malware.
5. Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Gamehack.XJ from your system requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. It is essential to remain vigilant and take steps to protect your system and personal data from malware and other online threats. Regularly updating your software, using reputable anti-malware tools, and being cautious when downloading or installing software can all help to reduce the risk of infection and keep your system secure.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.Gamehack.XJ
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: f38776a9b0b4ee8f219dc3cdd42a21d7 SHA1: 0b2da9879f30b2c77e2509a513ef56a3f9fff4ff SHA256: DB59B42C1613EAC5A335BE16FDF3D7E73E81AD488B3DECB48A3BB25351264B1A File Size: 111.62 KB, 111616 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• 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)

File Icons

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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.

File Traits

• GetConsoleWindow
• No Version Info
• x64

Block Information

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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:	305
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	19
Whitelisted Blocks:	286
Unknown Blocks:	0

Visual Map

0 0 0 0 x x x 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 0 x 0 0 x x 0 x x 0 x x 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x x x x x 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

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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.XJ

Files Modified

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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
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-0	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-1	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-2	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-3	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-4	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-5	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-6	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-7	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-8	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
\device\namedpipe\discord-ipc-9	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data

Registry Modifications

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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
HKCU\discord-1199748644409184347::	URL:Run game 1199748644409184347 protocol	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\discord-1199748644409184347::url protocol		RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\discord-1199748644409184347\defaulticon::	c:\users\user\downloads\0b2da9879f30b2c77e2509a513ef56a3f9fff4ff_0000111616	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKCU\discord-1199748644409184347\shell\open\command::	c:\users\user\downloads\0b2da9879f30b2c77e2509a513ef56a3f9fff4ff_0000111616	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe	䆩觰㉬ǜ	RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

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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

Syscall Use

ntdll.dll!NtAlertThreadByThreadId ntdll.dll!NtAlpcSendWaitReceivePort ntdll.dll!NtApphelpCacheControl ntdll.dll!NtClose ntdll.dll!NtConnectPort ntdll.dll!NtCreateFile ntdll.dll!NtCreateKey ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection ntdll.dll!NtCreateThreadEx ntdll.dll!NtDeviceIoControlFile Show More ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateValueKey ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile ntdll.dll!NtOpenKey ntdll.dll!NtOpenKeyEx ntdll.dll!NtOpenSection ntdll.dll!NtOpenThread ntdll.dll!NtProtectVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtQueryAttributesFile ntdll.dll!NtQueryDirectoryFileEx ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationThread ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationToken ntdll.dll!NtQueryKey ntdll.dll!NtQueryPerformanceCounter ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityAttributesToken ntdll.dll!NtQueryValueKey ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtQueryVolumeInformationFile ntdll.dll!NtRequestWaitReplyPort ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtSetValueKey ntdll.dll!NtTerminateProcess ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert ntdll.dll!NtTraceControl ntdll.dll!NtWaitForAlertByThreadId ntdll.dll!NtWaitLowEventPair ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile ntdll.dll!NtWriteVirtualMemory win32u.dll!NtUserCallNoParam win32u.dll!NtUserGetGUIThreadInfo win32u.dll!NtUserGetKeyboardLayout win32u.dll!NtUserGetObjectInformation win32u.dll!NtUserGetProcessWindowStation win32u.dll!NtUserGetThreadState win32u.dll!NtUserMoveWindow