PUP.Patcher.H

Your system has been detected with PUP.Patcher.H, a potentially unwanted program that may pose risks to your computer's security and performance. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take appropriate steps to remove it to prevent potential harm.

What Is PUP.Patcher.H?

PUP.Patcher.H is classified as a potentially unwanted program (PUP), which means it is not necessarily malicious but can still cause issues with your system. PUPs often sneak onto computers through bundled software downloads, infected websites, or other means, and they can lead to a range of problems, including slowed system performance, unwanted advertisements, and increased vulnerability to more severe malware threats.

How PUP.Patcher.H Operates

Once installed, PUP.Patcher.H may operate in various ways to achieve its goals, which could include displaying unwanted advertisements, collecting user data, or modifying system settings without permission. It might also attempt to download and install additional software, potentially leading to further system compromise. Understanding how PUPs operate is crucial for effective removal and prevention of future infections.

Symptoms of Infection

Identifying the symptoms of a PUP.Patcher.H infection can be challenging, as they may resemble issues caused by other system problems. Common signs include unexpected pop-ups or advertisements, unfamiliar programs installed on your computer, slowed browser or system performance, and changes to your browser's homepage or search engine without your consent. If you notice any of these symptoms, it is advisable to investigate further to determine the cause.

• Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
• New, unfamiliar programs or toolbars
• Slowed system or browser performance
• Unexplained changes to browser settings

How to Remove PUP.Patcher.H

1. Boot your computer into Safe Mode with Networking to limit the program's ability to interfere with the 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 PUP.Patcher.H.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed without your knowledge, as these could be related to the PUP.
4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any unwanted changes made by the PUP.
5. Reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all traces of PUP.Patcher.H have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Patcher.H from your system is crucial to maintaining your computer's security and performance. By following the steps outlined above and remaining vigilant about the software you install and the websites you visit, you can help protect your system from potentially unwanted programs and other malware threats. Regularly updating your operating system, browser, and security software, as well as being cautious with email attachments and downloads, are also key practices in preventing future infections.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.Patcher.H
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: c1191dd5f05e642f4e6e92e1b0062056 SHA1: c18358d3b0f0a1b6a8e80f2ef6038b2949221914 SHA256: E46E57B2E1AE666918518531357587DBB5D5AB087D2FD437A82C505857C9C56D File Size: 1.05 MB, 1047552 bytes

MD5: 6c1232beda8bd1ba4f45b3e6b9c3704b SHA1: 99146d3fce5a62dad35a5579bc8246e058c43c68 SHA256: D1D8A560D40016A533E457A0B1DB2659F8580D211D1A75131245098CC9790BD9 File Size: 31.23 KB, 31232 bytes

MD5: a34120de844123fa44a8ecb4a56d4462 SHA1: 30ccbdcdbc0f3dcbec558b07d36a0a3b516cc113 SHA256: 9D90F600A9850AEFA5A4AB011B524B69D137780BF4B179806F5310F789AB80BB File Size: 31.23 KB, 31232 bytes

MD5: 96bd25e7eecf1b6c68888bbe35acb750 SHA1: 21e3632061004d65ccead2790b3b4260e0b24185 SHA256: E28614F1DC176D2538C04E156AB7CDC4E17F186835473F28EDF381926463251C File Size: 31.23 KB, 31232 bytes

MD5: 2430afef6c9514445f9efec760d5c6df SHA1: 2c5615c8ca12e984b8da88bc5308fe8b3b418c31 SHA256: 3365E8B9AF6652E81BD6C69D5EEB02D6279886355734C1C307C1E33AFFAD9573 File Size: 588.77 KB, 588774 bytes

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MD5: 5aade525ba247619236f489e41652673 SHA1: 2d62bf1b22a9d1ca16bd97c7ed20397dd9684519 SHA256: 3ED2B1BF1DB7EDF8745B749A363A97ACEE884E1F1C0A9535ED071055ED6F4F36 File Size: 31.23 KB, 31232 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 has exports table
• 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)

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• 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.

File Traits

• 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:	15
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	7
Whitelisted Blocks:	3
Unknown Blocks:	5

Visual Map

? 0 x 0 0 x ? x x x 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.

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Files Modified

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Files Modified

This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.

File	Attributes
\device\namedpipe\gmdasllogger	Generic Write,Read Attributes