PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD
The detection of PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD 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 further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD?
PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD 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 can be bundled with other software, downloaded from the internet, or installed through exploit kits.
How PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD Operates
PUPs like PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD can operate in various ways, including displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, and installing additional software without user consent. They may also consume system resources, causing your computer to slow down or become unresponsive. In some cases, PUPs can also create security vulnerabilities that can be exploited by other malicious software.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD, you may experience a range of symptoms, including unwanted pop-ups, slow system performance, and unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser. You may also notice that your system is crashing or freezing frequently, or that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites. Additionally, you may see unfamiliar icons or shortcuts on your desktop or taskbar.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Slow system performance or crashes
- Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser
- Browser redirects to unwanted websites
- Unfamiliar icons or shortcuts on your desktop or taskbar
How to Remove PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove the PUP.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any unwanted extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD from your system is crucial to preventing further damage and ensuring the security and performance of your computer. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the PUP and prevent re-infection. It is also essential to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads and websites, to prevent similar threats in the future. Regularly updating your operating system, browser, and security software can also help to protect your system from potential threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.MSIL.Brute.GCD |
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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:
266da6384d1b009828df9351baf16c6a
SHA1:
a5ad91414034b815cd430f17b10aa9af4864c498
SHA256:
475E6C690E30EE88C42B0A800ED54F127788ADADFD42E879854B44E40D630C8E
File Size:
704.41 KB, 704408 bytes
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MD5:
63b3084ef85830f2a9bdcb1fee237392
SHA1:
31951bb5c60e51dbafaca4be47398328acc3a18b
SHA256:
84E5131D5A6B3BB44503BB6C9507DEF531C2DCA1E631940B16333AE15E1E10AA
File Size:
856.58 KB, 856576 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 security information
- File is .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- 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 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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| Assembly Version | 1.5.2004.0 |
| Company Name | Olympus Games |
| File Description |
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| File Version | 1.5.2004.0 |
| Internal Name |
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| Legal Copyright | Copyright © Olympus Games 2024 |
| Original Filename |
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| Product Name | ModDrop |
| Product Version | 1.5.2004+3d58b421bb2734243c57cb20a821f80285db87c8 |
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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| Olympus Games, Inc. | SSL.com Code Signing Intermediate CA RSA R1 | Self Signed |
File Traits
- .NET
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 254 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 4 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 216 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 34 |
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.- MSIL.Brute.GCD
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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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| User Data Access |
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