PUP.Patcher.EB

The detection of PUP.Patcher.EB 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 appropriate steps to remove it to prevent potential harm.

What Is PUP.Patcher.EB?

PUP.Patcher.EB is a type of potentially unwanted program that may have been installed on your system without your knowledge or consent. PUPs are often bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources, and they can cause a range of problems, including slowing down your computer, displaying unwanted ads, and potentially leading to more severe security issues.

How PUP.Patcher.EB Operates

PUPs like PUP.Patcher.EB typically operate by installing themselves on your system and then executing their payload, which can include displaying ads, collecting user data, or installing additional malware. They may also modify system settings or registry entries to ensure their persistence and evade detection. In some cases, PUPs can be used as a conduit for more severe threats, such as Trojans or ransomware.

It's worth noting that PUPs often exploit vulnerabilities in software or user behavior to gain access to your system. This can include exploiting outdated software, using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing them, or bundling themselves with other software.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.Patcher.EB, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slowed system performance, unwanted ads or pop-ups, and changes to your browser settings or homepage. You may also notice that your system is behaving erratically or that you are experiencing frequent crashes or errors.

• Unwanted ads or pop-ups
• Slowed system performance
• Changes to browser settings or homepage
• Erratic system behavior
• Frequent crashes or errors

How to Remove PUP.Patcher.EB

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for easier removal.
2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious files or entries associated with PUP.Patcher.EB.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP.
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 perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Patcher.EB from your system is crucial to preventing potential harm and ensuring the security and performance of your computer. By following the steps outlined above and taking proactive measures to protect your system, you can help prevent future infections and keep your data safe. It's essential to remain vigilant and take immediate action if you suspect that your system has been compromised by a PUP or other type of malware.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.Patcher.EB
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: 8ba477b15250dfa25eac61ec595c940a SHA1: 631e2aca8951cca25f1530623a20af93c0d3eb8c SHA256: 06E7A6F8A21BA1413C8C83CE86FCF8456324E20B06726BDD20BC99E0B56C9591 File Size: 20.64 KB, 20636 bytes

MD5: 0224e447186869d0a2eccd3b515e3de0 SHA1: 6da8f71cdfa7ec8233732c9e0e1331ddb39cc1b7 SHA256: CE20C66B1E4B54D5E1D92AD0EB08AD77E0F9B9A8B6F88D1CCA69025F95F4CA43 File Size: 21.02 KB, 21024 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 relocations information
• File doesn't have security information
• File is 32-bit executable
• File is either console or GUI application
• File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
• File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
• File is not packed

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• 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.

File Traits

• HighEntropy
• No Version Info
• 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:	24
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	1
Whitelisted Blocks:	8
Unknown Blocks:	15

Visual Map

0 1 0 0 0 ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 0 ? ? ? ? 0 ? ? ? x 0

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