PUP.InstallCore.AB
The detection of PUP.InstallCore.AB 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's essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it to prevent any potential harm.
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What Is PUP.InstallCore.AB?
PUP.InstallCore.AB is a type of potentially unwanted program that can be installed on a computer without the user's explicit consent. These programs often come bundled with other software or are downloaded from untrusted sources. While they may not be malicious in nature, they can still cause problems, such as displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or slowing down system performance.
How PUP.InstallCore.AB Operates
PUPs like PUP.InstallCore.AB typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing them. Once installed, they can run in the background, consuming system resources and potentially causing issues with other programs. They may also communicate with their developers or other servers to send or receive data, which can raise concerns about user privacy.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with PUP.InstallCore.AB may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slower performance, increased pop-up advertisements, or unexpected changes to browser settings. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or icons on their desktop or taskbar. In some cases, the PUP may cause system crashes or freezes, or interfere with the operation of other software.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Unexpected changes to browser settings or homepage
- Unfamiliar programs or icons on the desktop or taskbar
- System crashes or freezes
How to Remove PUP.InstallCore.AB
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from running and to allow for a clean removal process.
- Run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove any malicious components.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the PUP.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your computer and run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.InstallCore.AB from your system is crucial to preventing any potential harm and restoring 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's also essential to practice good cybersecurity habits, such as regularly updating your software, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when downloading software or clicking on links from untrusted sources.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.InstallCore.AB |
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| Packers: | UPX! |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
2219e2336e2ee5dd36904d0fc05065c3
SHA1:
c1f0fda1add9a75653e59a7c12aaa91d7e265ab9
SHA256:
E7371D7E38B9F2EAC9344122ADEF7D0C6EDD1961F4E4A159B51FE34EE26D1C2E
File Size:
567.30 KB, 567296 bytes
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MD5:
873afdf9a297b02233b1c604153ccd5c
SHA1:
87278db5230463edf3cb9bbd0a311e8ab82075ca
SHA256:
659FFEDC2C40DDF562413D1EE508F0828FE2071EC84D9835BE28DBA8C84875D2
File Size:
611.21 KB, 611206 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 exports table
- File doesn't have relocations information
- File doesn't have security information
- File has been packed
- File has TLS information
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
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- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
- 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.
File Traits
- HighEntropy
- Installer Manifest
- No Version Info
- packed
- 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: | 584 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 230 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 312 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 42 |
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.- InstallCore.AB
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 Winsock |
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