PUP.Patcher.XA

The detection of PUP.Patcher.XA 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 any potential harm.

What Is PUP.Patcher.XA?

PUP.Patcher.XA is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that it may not be as harmful as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, but it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your privacy. PUPs are often installed unintentionally by users, usually through bundled software downloads or deceptive advertising.

How PUP.Patcher.XA Operates

PUP.Patcher.XA, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system without your explicit consent. It may do this by exploiting vulnerabilities in your operating system or by piggybacking on other software installations. Once installed, it can start to collect data about your browsing habits, search history, and other personal information. This data can be used for targeted advertising, which can lead to annoying pop-ups, redirects, and other issues. In some cases, PUPs can also install additional malware or unwanted software, further compromising your system's security.

Symptoms of Infection

The symptoms of a PUP.Patcher.XA infection can vary, but common signs include slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and changes to your browser settings. You may also notice that your search results are being redirected to unfamiliar websites or that your homepage has been changed without your permission. In some cases, you may experience system crashes, freezes, or error messages, which can indicate a more severe infection.

• Unwanted pop-ups and advertisements
• Changes to browser settings, such as homepage or search engine
• Slow system performance
• Redirected search results
• System crashes, freezes, or error messages

How to Remove PUP.Patcher.XA

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malware or unwanted software.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that you do not recognize or need.
4. Reset your browser settings to their default values, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any changes made by the malware.
5. Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.Patcher.XA from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware's behavior. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove the malware and restore your system to its normal state. It's essential to remain vigilant and take proactive steps to prevent future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using reputable anti-malware tools, and being cautious when downloading software or clicking on links from unknown sources.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.Patcher.XA
Packers:	UPX
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: 894cf0742999153e9b851497b0843733 SHA1: 787eea17866629805cff7ffb09900a9041b7d24d SHA256: 88E0E0D27A7241EC229F594BD059B1304FABFBC2885576888C8EF5B577FBB4A6 File Size: 10.24 KB, 10240 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 been packed
• 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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• 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
• packed
• 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:	5
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	4
Whitelisted Blocks:	1
Unknown Blocks:	0

Visual Map

x x x x 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.

• Patcher.XA

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
c:\users\user\appdata\local\microsoft\windows\usrclass.dat{dba6b5ef-640a-11ed-9bcb-f677369d361c}.txr.1.regtrans-ms	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\microsoft\windows\usrclass.dat{dba6b5ef-640a-11ed-9bcb-f677369d361c}.txr.2.regtrans-ms	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data

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
Anti Debug	IsDebuggerPresent
User Data Access	GetUserObjectInformation