PUP.Gamehack.YDJ
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 26,791 |
| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | September 17, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | September 21, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
PUP.Gamehack.YDJ is a detection name used to identify a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that is typically associated with game-hacking tools, trainers, cheat engines, or similar utilities that modify or interact with video games. Programs flagged under this detection are generally not classified as traditional malware, but they can still introduce unwanted behavior, security risks, or system instability. Because detailed technical data about this specific variant is limited, the information below reflects the typical characteristics and behavior of programs in this category.
Table of Contents
What PUP.Gamehack.YDJ Does
Like many game-hacking or cheat-related PUPs, PUP.Gamehack.YDJ is typically designed to alter how a game functions, often by modifying memory values, injecting code into game processes, or bypassing certain in-game restrictions. While these tools are often marketed as harmless cheat engines or trainers, they frequently come bundled with additional components that users did not knowingly agree to install. These extra components can include adware, browser hijackers, or other unwanted utilities that run in the background, consume system resources, or alter browser and system settings without clear user consent.
In many cases, programs in this category may also attempt to disable or interfere with security software, since legitimate antivirus or anti-malware tools often flag game hacks as suspicious due to their system-level modifications. This behavior is typical of the broader Gamehack PUP family rather than something confirmed specifically for this variant.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
PUPs like this one are commonly distributed through unofficial game modding sites, cheat forums, torrent downloads, or third-party file-sharing platforms. Users often download these tools intentionally, believing they will gain an advantage in a game, but unknowingly agree to install bundled extras during the setup process. Freeware bundling, deceptive download buttons, and fake "cracked" game files are also typical distribution methods for this category of software.
Risks for the User
Even when a game-hacking tool does not contain overtly malicious code, it can still pose risks. These may include:
- Installation of additional unwanted software without clear consent
- Exposure to adware or browser-hijacking components
- Reduced system performance due to background processes
- Potential conflicts with or disabling of security software
- Violation of game terms of service, which can result in account bans
- Increased exposure to other malware often bundled with cracked or pirated tools
Signs of Infection
Users dealing with a PUP in this category may notice unexpected toolbars or browser extensions, changes to browser homepages or search engines, increased pop-up ads, unfamiliar programs running in the background, and warnings from security software. Game performance issues, crashes, or bans from online games can also indicate the presence of such tools.
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the risk of encountering PUP.Gamehack.YDJ or similar programs, users should avoid downloading game trainers, cheats, or cracked software from unofficial sources. Carefully reviewing installation prompts and opting out of bundled offers during software installation is also important. Keeping security software up to date and performing regular system scans can help detect and remove unwanted programs before they cause harm. Finally, relying only on official game platforms and trusted software sources is the most effective way to avoid these types of potentially unwanted programs.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Gamehack.YDJ |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
725e733b5bb9cb271aa17ea4fb370b74
SHA1:
ccd720c9ca577750dd71e4195564ab914445aa3c
SHA256:
4E66D9FEFB95AC309BE7349EB4256B89F03FC59A59785818D9E1C42FB22614C0
File Size:
1.65 MB, 1647616 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 32-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 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 |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Hexagon Corporation |
| File Description | Hexagon |
| File Version | 1, 6, 3, 196 |
| Legal Copyright | (C) 2012 Hexagon Corporation. All rights reserved. |
| Original Filename | Hexagon.exe |
| Product Name | Hexagon Bootstrapper |
| Product Version | 1, 6, 0, 0 |
File Traits
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 4,127 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 495 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 3,632 |
| 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.YDJ
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 |
|---|---|
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\rbx-65f4d2d6.log | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HKCU\software\roblox corporation\hexagon::cpath | C:\Users\user\AppData\LocalLow\rbxcsettings.rbx | 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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| Network Info Queried |
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