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Threat Database Potentially Unwanted Programs PUP.HotkeyHook.B

PUP.HotkeyHook.B

By CagedTech in Potentially Unwanted Programs

The detection of PUP.HotkeyHook.B 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.HotkeyHook.B?

PUP.HotkeyHook.B 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 may not be malicious in nature but can still cause problems with your computer's performance, stability, and security. They often come bundled with other software or are downloaded from untrusted sources.

How PUP.HotkeyHook.B Operates

PUP.HotkeyHook.B, like other PUPs, may operate by installing itself on your system and then running in the background, consuming system resources and potentially collecting user data. It may also display unwanted advertisements, modify system settings, or install additional software without your permission. The exact behavior of PUP.HotkeyHook.B can vary, but it is generally designed to generate revenue for its creators or to promote other software applications.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.HotkeyHook.B, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slowed system performance, unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also experience issues with your system's stability, such as crashes or freezes. In some cases, PUP.HotkeyHook.B may also collect user data, such as browsing history or search queries, and transmit it to its creators or third-party advertisers.

  • Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
  • Changes to browser settings or homepage
  • Slowed system performance
  • System crashes or freezes
  • Unexplained changes to system settings

How to Remove PUP.HotkeyHook.B

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.HotkeyHook.B from running and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
  2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove PUP.HotkeyHook.B and any associated files or registry entries.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to PUP.HotkeyHook.B, using the Add/Remove Programs feature in the Control Panel.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by PUP.HotkeyHook.B.
  5. Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that PUP.HotkeyHook.B has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.HotkeyHook.B from your system requires a combination of technical expertise and caution. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable removal tools, you can help to ensure that your system is free from this potentially unwanted program and any associated threats. It is also essential to take steps to prevent future infections, such as being cautious when downloading software, avoiding untrusted sources, and keeping your operating system and security software up to date.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: PUP.HotkeyHook.B
Signature status: No Signature

Known Samples

MD5: 2515897cf03bb558aaa41cfee5d205a9
SHA1: 26a6eb6cbc96c14e6e6e769df5ce86a3267117cc
File Size: 1.19 MB, 1186822 bytes
MD5: 8b5b5d3d73ebd678b1f1d769cf8ffda3
SHA1: 7c6f39fb8e30dc3578981630f5e58b468be0bc55
SHA256: FEB6A8FD138E46DE6BD8303A4E642E09AE7690730D2A518011E893BD9B7997FC
File Size: 353.45 KB, 353448 bytes
MD5: 05e9ad81c938165477d7c18ce46f885f
SHA1: 93fad04164d4f39158247127f7a0050611892fe5
SHA256: AA06BB5749E8D7F3215331F4DBE25706D49482216482A4DEF2E65F9A57D5A968
File Size: 1.02 MB, 1023808 bytes
MD5: bcafb51725e56a4900db2231a579c010
SHA1: 59e1ef6e63cf31697b89d8d5a37775c757cb3fd0
SHA256: 3251B8D5CEA49892ED32F558865A6AE8979AB88E5CCD7F5296BF6DF6D63A6009
File Size: 381.42 KB, 381420 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

  • File doesn't have "Rich" header
  • File doesn't have debug information
  • File doesn't have exports table
  • File doesn't have relocations information
  • File doesn't have security 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
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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 Icons

File Traits

  • dll
  • x86

Block Information

Total Blocks: 1,000
Potentially Malicious Blocks: 148
Whitelisted Blocks: 852
Unknown Blocks: 0

Visual Map

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

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