PUP.Keygen.BC
The detection of PUP.Keygen.BC 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 immediate action to remove it and prevent any potential damage.
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What Is PUP.Keygen.BC?
PUP.Keygen.BC 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 system's performance, stability, and security. They often come bundled with other software or are downloaded from untrusted sources, and can be challenging to remove without the proper tools and guidance.
How PUP.Keygen.BC Operates
PUPs like PUP.Keygen.BC typically operate by installing themselves on your system and then executing various tasks, such as displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or modifying system settings. They may also install additional software or components that can further compromise your system's security and performance. In some cases, PUPs can also serve as a conduit for more malicious software, such as viruses or trojans, to infect your system.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Keygen.BC, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, and unexpected changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your system is crashing or freezing more frequently, or that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it's essential to regularly scan your system for potential threats.
How to Remove PUP.Keygen.BC
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.Keygen.BC from loading and to give you access to the internet.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove PUP.Keygen.BC and any other potential threats.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to PUP.Keygen.BC. Be cautious when uninstalling programs, as some may be legitimate or required by your system.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons that may be associated with PUP.Keygen.BC.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.Keygen.BC has been completely removed and that your system is free from any other potential threats.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Keygen.BC from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above and using a reputable anti-malware tool, you can effectively remove PUP.Keygen.BC and prevent any potential damage to your system. It's also essential to practice good computer hygiene, such as regularly scanning your system for potential threats, avoiding untrusted sources, and being cautious when installing new software or applications. By taking these steps, you can help protect your system and your personal data from potentially unwanted programs like PUP.Keygen.BC.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Keygen.BC |
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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:
92dbc587787d5d9fc2f6706c66786c79
SHA1:
112f6a8b07f5fd1cfc627b24145f2bc029edd6ab
SHA256:
8FF7D5BB9FE95A0E190CD361E02A1A1534089AAA4EFCE104927DB0665ED6055A
File Size:
869.14 KB, 869144 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 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 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
- 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: | 431 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 428 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1 |
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.EDA
- IEHelper.B
- Lamer.CF
- Stealer.BBA
- Trojan.Downloader.Gen.M
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- Wapomi.F
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 |
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| \device\namedpipe\gmdasllogger | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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