PUP.Keygen.VAA
The detection of PUP.Keygen.VAA 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 and prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.Keygen.VAA?
PUP.Keygen.VAA is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that it may not be as harmful as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, but it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your personal data. PUPs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources, and they can be difficult to remove without the right tools and expertise.
How PUP.Keygen.VAA Operates
PUP.Keygen.VAA operates by installing itself on your system and then running in the background, often without your knowledge or consent. It may collect personal data, such as browsing history and search queries, and use it for malicious purposes, such as targeted advertising or identity theft. PUPs can also slow down your system, cause crashes, and interfere with other programs, making it difficult to use your computer effectively.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Keygen.VAA, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slow performance, frequent crashes, and unexpected pop-ups or advertisements. You may also notice that your browser settings have been changed, or that new programs have been installed without your consent. In some cases, PUPs can also cause more severe problems, such as data loss or system corruption, so it's essential to take action quickly to remove the threat.
- Slow system performance
- Frequent crashes or freezes
- Unexpected pop-ups or advertisements
- Changed browser settings
- New programs installed without consent
How to Remove PUP.Keygen.VAA
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from running and to allow for a clean removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect and remove all instances of PUP.Keygen.VAA.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that may be related to the PUP, taking care to follow the correct uninstallation procedures to avoid causing further damage.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed and that your system is clean.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Keygen.VAA from your system requires careful attention to detail and the right tools and expertise. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the threat and prevent further damage to your system. It's 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. Remember that prevention is key, and staying vigilant is the best way to protect your system and your personal data from malware and other online threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Keygen.VAA |
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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:
6475ba350ea3e0448a1086aba260a86c
SHA1:
fba99395468c8466ed059a5a9bd7b134e13359a1
SHA256:
9014113EEC093249A0F39FC955F32398C4A77D3FA82A7B478004DD57DBE6AF6E
File Size:
798.21 KB, 798208 bytes
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MD5:
169af4324af8d7a88a16b855342a576e
SHA1:
df17b676e4d412d91ce8d910f2f92206867db68d
SHA256:
C5A590720AF1799ADBB807F947F4ADB275A9C6DC071386FEDD3156F4EE75BF08
File Size:
235.52 KB, 235520 bytes
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MD5:
ab4afa929628e61eb9aee6fb9bccd0d9
SHA1:
d9a73b4960773b827c825c59540804ed830a3e91
SHA256:
69B591193D6EC73C45E7B1806BC2F98AC06832070F2553457B811E979D90009C
File Size:
217.42 KB, 217424 bytes
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MD5:
92076a4cc51181fa35ba90b5a2d31148
SHA1:
fb23d99a18e26b8e73cbb27f328ded2b136e05ac
SHA256:
0EF1F44DEF48551056207C94AC9FCC2E6BCA9F22D3E60D96BA1F8BEA2E19741E
File Size:
1.04 MB, 1038848 bytes
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MD5:
d3c3dbe155f6e162773fa28045e046e4
SHA1:
8589dde373f472990c5eb0883b1946559a76f791
SHA256:
306753E4DF9F1192E71812781B03F35B9B4D23B234894A91212BE553544D543E
File Size:
366.14 KB, 366136 bytes
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MD5:
0089a65ceb1d976ffd3e86ee94d9ab38
SHA1:
2db9cda292b042f1ac0075dcfdd68eb0d7252f75
SHA256:
6258D25B1FD740C5D52A3081DE21CCCCF9483FBAC31E5934F661A1D341A502E0
File Size:
283.14 KB, 283136 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)
- File is not packed
- 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.
Windows PE Version Information
Windows PE Version Information
This section displays values and attributes that have been set in the Windows file version information data structure for samples within this family. To mislead users, malware actors often add fake version information mimicking legitimate software.| Name | Value |
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| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2001-2015, OnLyOnE |
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Digital Signatures
Digital Signatures
This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.| Signer | Root | Status |
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| Stanislav Zinukhov | Research Root CA | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- HighEntropy
- No Version Info
- ntdll
- packed
- PECompact v2.20
- UPack (Generic)
- UPack 0.39
- 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: | 390 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 152 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 237 |
| 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.- Keygen.VAA
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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| Other Suspicious |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Cert Store Read |
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| Cert Store Write |
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