PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL
The detection of PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL 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.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL?
PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as harmful as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your personal data. PUPs are often installed inadvertently by users, usually through bundled software downloads or by clicking on malicious links.
How PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL Operates
PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL, like other PUPs, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system to gain unauthorized access to your computer. Once installed, it can collect sensitive information, such as browsing history and personal data, and transmit it to its creators. It may also display unwanted advertisements, slow down your system, and cause other issues that can compromise your online security.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL, you may notice several symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser. You may also experience issues with your browser, such as redirects to unwanted websites or changes to your homepage. Additionally, you may notice that your system is crashing or freezing frequently, or that your personal data is being compromised.
- Unwanted pop-ups and advertisements
- Slow system performance
- Unfamiliar programs or toolbars installed on your browser
- Browser redirects to unwanted websites
- Changes to your homepage or search engine
- System crashes or freezes
- Compromised personal data
How to Remove PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and run a full scan to detect and remove PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL and any other malware that may be present on your system.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed without your knowledge or consent.
- Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL and any other malware have been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL from your system requires immediate attention to prevent further damage and compromise of your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and restore your system to its normal functioning state. It's essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system from future malware infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and avoiding suspicious downloads and links.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.DL |
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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:
aeab224ccd8ccaf7f16bfc29f7df7db7
SHA1:
a06fb8eefe894463b3c85d49c1d736473f3758f5
SHA256:
261C3C0D4F3AEA13BA28AE7F6DA5DE9FB5A13E05ECA142D36E7F84E6E063F61E
File Size:
1.36 MB, 1355264 bytes
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MD5:
7cc1a5f6c734098556b1337aadb4f4b2
SHA1:
7a61a31cbaf0e8113810fd9569d504fe6efeeeed
SHA256:
B87BA86DE3CD09014D66F23617E2C3C9C2EE3689DD5A7E8255BF95BB9CAE3FC8
File Size:
190.98 KB, 190976 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- 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
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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| Company Name | Genesys |
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| Legal Trademarks | Genesys |
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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: | 106 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 3 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 29 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 74 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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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