PUP.HackKMS.H
The detection of PUP.HackKMS.H 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 to prevent any potential harm.
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What Is PUP.HackKMS.H?
PUP.HackKMS.H is a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs are software applications that are not necessarily malicious but can still cause problems with your computer's performance, stability, and security. They can be installed through various means, including bundled software, infected downloads, or exploited vulnerabilities.
How PUP.HackKMS.H Operates
PUP.HackKMS.H, like other PUPs, can operate in various ways, including modifying system settings, displaying unwanted advertisements, and collecting user data. It may also attempt to connect to remote servers to download additional malware or update its own components. The primary goal of PUP.HackKMS.H is to generate revenue for its creators, often at the expense of the user's experience and system security.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with PUP.HackKMS.H may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and unexpected changes to system settings. You may also notice unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop or taskbar. In some cases, PUP.HackKMS.H may also cause issues with your internet connection or prevent you from accessing certain websites.
- Unwanted advertisements and pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Unexpected changes to system settings
- Unfamiliar programs or icons
- Issues with internet connectivity
How to Remove PUP.HackKMS.H
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.HackKMS.H 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 malware or PUPs.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to PUP.HackKMS.H.
- 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 a follow-up scan to ensure that PUP.HackKMS.H has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.HackKMS.H from your system is crucial to prevent any potential harm and restore your computer's performance and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this PUP and protect your system from similar threats in the future. It is also essential to practice safe computing habits, such as regularly updating your operating system and software, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when downloading and installing software from the internet.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.HackKMS.H |
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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:
81b1ced831a943c35f96670975f67181
SHA1:
327a6a5095c62f9b49ae820da7083f7c493a8650
SHA256:
4866FFA8672C34CFD67FB7F0266D659A5B61BECA6F0D2EE7F7A87F3D7FBE08F1
File Size:
43.01 KB, 43008 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have debug information
- File doesn't have resources
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- 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
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- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- dll
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 5 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 5 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 0 |
| 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.- HackKMS.H
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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| Syscall Use |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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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\327a6a5095c62f9b49ae820da7083f7c493a8650_0000043008.,LiQMAxHB
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