PUP.HideCon
The detection of PUP.HideCon on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be hiding or concealing its activities from the user. PUPs are software applications that, while not necessarily malicious, can still cause problems for users by displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting personal data without consent, or altering system settings without permission. It is essential to address the PUP.HideCon detection to maintain the security and integrity of your computer system.
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What Is PUP.HideCon?
PUP.HideCon, as a potentially unwanted program, is designed to operate in a way that is not immediately apparent to the user. Its primary goal may be to generate revenue for its developers through various means, such as displaying advertisements, redirecting search queries, or collecting and selling user data. PUPs like PUP.HideCon can be installed on a system through bundled software downloads, where the user unknowingly agrees to the installation of additional programs alongside the intended software.
How PUP.HideCon Operates
PUP.HideCon operates by integrating itself into the system and potentially altering browser settings, registry entries, and other configuration files to ensure its persistence. It may also communicate with remote servers to report user activity, download additional components, or receive updates. The program's ability to hide its activities can make it challenging for users to detect and remove it without proper tools and guidance.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with PUP.HideCon may exhibit several symptoms, including an increase in unwanted advertisements and pop-ups, unexpected changes in browser homepage or search engine settings, and a general slowdown in system performance. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on their browsers or desktops. These symptoms can vary in severity and may not always be immediately noticeable, making regular system monitoring and maintenance crucial.
How to Remove PUP.HideCon
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.HideCon from loading and to allow for a more straightforward removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components related to PUP.HideCon.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the PUP was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs that you are certain are not needed or are known to be malicious.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any changes made by PUP.HideCon, such as altered homepage settings or unwanted toolbar installations.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all remnants of PUP.HideCon have been removed and that your system is clean.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.HideCon from your system is crucial to prevent potential privacy and security risks. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good computing practices, such as regularly updating your software, avoiding suspicious downloads, and using reputable security tools, you can protect your system from PUPs and other types of malware. Remember, vigilance and proactive maintenance are key to ensuring the ongoing security and performance of your computer.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.HideCon |
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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:
6db4884dbccadaca8955ab11fb81e64c
SHA1:
aaa9368493266cf8b2c6424004c9a87dc56b1829
SHA256:
8646B9C89782A6024779C44589CCFC9516292A81F36B34BC4E87670E66A9DD7B
File Size:
111.62 KB, 111616 bytes
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MD5:
a0e92d984f19eff55cb995748cb3d83d
SHA1:
aff56025cf5903464ed9afdfb47b52b047d7965d
SHA256:
CA052F0D907D315548675F48FAAE5BD696EEE4EA47F229B76B334F2AB17583BC
File Size:
90.11 KB, 90112 bytes
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MD5:
a2fe16e8078859a4baf010b2090c0748
SHA1:
8aeec8634461408a63b66c52c7bf12acd0d8a598
SHA256:
0A51DA2B7573D450B7A8320FDAA068F8B71BD96C0F4D990747EF93CD14B41D2B
File Size:
90.11 KB, 90112 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 32-bit executable
- File is 64-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 Traits
- dll
- fptable
- Stealer
- x64
- 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: | 457 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 0 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 457 |
| 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.- Agent.IUY
- Agent.XCD
- Injector.OIA
- Kryptik.BBO
- ShellcodeRunner.DK
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- ShellcodeRunner.I
- XWorm.X
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 Shell Execute |
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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\aff56025cf5903464ed9afdfb47b52b047d7965d_0000090112.,LiQMAxHB
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C:\WINDOWS\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\8aeec8634461408a63b66c52c7bf12acd0d8a598_0000090112.,LiQMAxHB
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