PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK

The detection of PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK 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 further damage.

What Is PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK?

PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK is a type of potentially unwanted program that is designed to operate on Microsoft Intermediate Language (MSIL) platforms. The "Gamehack" part of the name suggests that it may be related to cheating software or other malicious tools used in online gaming. However, without more specific information, it's difficult to determine the exact purpose and behavior of this PUP.

How PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK Operates

Like many other PUPs, PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK may use various tactics to infect and operate on a system. It could be spread through malicious downloads, infected software bundles, or exploited vulnerabilities. Once installed, it may run in the background, consuming system resources and potentially gathering sensitive information or disrupting normal system functions. PUPs can also be used as a conduit for other malware or as a means to display unwanted advertisements.

Symptoms of Infection

The symptoms of a PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK infection can vary, but common signs include slowed system performance, unexpected pop-ups or advertisements, and changes to browser settings or homepage. You may also notice unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop, or receive warnings from your antivirus software. In some cases, the PUP may not exhibit any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the aid of security software.

• Unexplained changes to system settings or browser configurations
• Appearance of unwanted programs or tools
• Slowed system performance or increased CPU usage
• Pop-ups, advertisements, or other unwanted content

How to Remove PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK

1. Boot your system into Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for a clean removal process.
2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of the PUP.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP, using the "Programs and Features" or "Add/Remove Programs" utility in the Control Panel.
4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any changes made by the PUP.
5. Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of the PUP have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK from your system is crucial to maintaining its security and performance. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively eliminate this potentially unwanted program and prevent further damage. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links from unknown sources, and keep your antivirus software up to date to protect against future threats. Regular system scans and maintenance can also help identify and remove any potential issues before they become major problems.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.AK
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: decb952074dcb016ca30c86fe96f6417 SHA1: e1e84e6077ae409c4ec8189bf89be396a292ec34 SHA256: C9326E1800AF87BB656ED6ACCD72A3A13239DF7CBAA7F83EA44C229865780629 File Size: 516.10 KB, 516096 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• File doesn't have "Rich" header
• 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)
• IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Icons

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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

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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
Assembly Version	1.0.0.0
File Description	anomaly new test
File Version	1.0.0.0
Internal Name	ANOMALY.exe
Legal Copyright	Copyright © 2025
Original Filename	ANOMALY.exe
Product Name	anomaly new test
Product Version	1.0.0.0

File Traits

• .NET
• HighEntropy
• x86

Block Information

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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:	34
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	26
Whitelisted Blocks:	8
Unknown Blocks:	0

Visual Map

0 0 x x x x x x x x x x x 0 x x x x x x x x 0 x 0 x 0 0 x x x 0 x x

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

Similar Families

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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.Gamehack.AK

Windows API Usage

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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
User Data Access	GetUserDefaultLocaleName GetUserObjectInformation
Anti Debug	IsDebuggerPresent NtQuerySystemInformation
Other Suspicious	AdjustTokenPrivileges SetWindowsHookEx
Encryption Used	BCryptOpenAlgorithmProvider
Keyboard Access	GetAsyncKeyState