PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA

The detection of PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA 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 appropriate steps to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA?

PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA 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 the internet, and can be difficult to remove once installed.

How PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA Operates

PUPs like PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA typically operate by installing themselves on your system and then running in the background, often without your knowledge or consent. They may collect data about your browsing habits, search history, and other online activities, and use this information to display targeted advertisements or sell it to third-party companies. In some cases, PUPs may also install additional software or modify system settings, which can lead to further problems with your system's performance and security.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slowed system performance, increased pop-up advertisements, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also notice that your system is running more slowly than usual, or that certain programs or applications are not functioning properly. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it is essential to run regular virus scans and monitor your system's performance closely.

• Slowed system performance
• Increased pop-up advertisements
• Changes to browser settings or homepage
• Programs or applications not functioning properly

How to Remove PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from running and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
2. Run a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the PUP and any associated files or programs.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be associated with the PUP, using the Add/Remove Programs feature in your system's Control Panel.
4. Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any changes made by the PUP.
5. Reboot your system and run another full scan to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed and that your system is clean.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable removal tools, you can effectively remove this PUP and prevent future infections. It is also essential to practice safe computing habits, including regularly updating your operating system and software, using strong antivirus protection, and avoiding suspicious downloads or links. By taking these steps, you can help protect your system and your personal data from the risks associated with PUPs like PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.MSIL.Gamehack.KA
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: 8de98c185e3edcf59de64e7c6c0bbbb5 SHA1: 7ac853bfc9cb9a180093ec812e36192c86247519 SHA256: 2F6BC5704448A9E6EC675F95240F289C1A706C408BF32F71A99D2FB678347CA8 File Size: 520.19 KB, 520192 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 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

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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
Company Name	Microsoft
File Description	ConsoleApplication1
File Version	1.0.0.0
Internal Name	ConsoleApplication1.exe
Legal Copyright	Copyright © Microsoft 2021
Original Filename	ConsoleApplication1.exe
Product Name	ConsoleApplication1
Product Version	1.0.0.0

File Traits

• .NET
• Default Version Info
• 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:	179
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	81
Whitelisted Blocks:	79
Unknown Blocks:	19

Visual Map

? x 0 x x x x x x x x x x x x x 0 x x 0 0 x x x x x x x 0 x x x 0 0 0 0 x x x x 0 x 0 x x x x x x 0 0 0 0 0 x x 0 x 0 x 0 0 0 x 0 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 x 0 x 0 0 0 x 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 0 x x x x x x x x x x x 0 x 0 x x x x x x x x 0 0 0 0 0 x x 0 x 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 x 0 x 0 0 0 x 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 0 ? 0 x x ? ? ? ? x 0 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 0 ? ?

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.Agent.DFD
• MSIL.Gamehack.JD

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	GetComputerNameEx GetUserDefaultLocaleName GetUserObjectInformation
Anti Debug	NtQuerySystemInformation