PUP.PCSpeedCat

The detection of PUP.PCSpeedCat 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 immediate action to remove it to prevent further damage.

What Is PUP.PCSpeedCat?

PUP.PCSpeedCat is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that it is not necessarily a virus or a trojan, but it can still cause problems with your system. PUPs are often installed unintentionally by users, usually through bundled software downloads or misleading advertisements. They can be used to display unwanted ads, collect user data, or even install additional malware.

How PUP.PCSpeedCat Operates

PUP.PCSpeedCat operates by installing itself on your system and then executing its payload. This can happen through various means, such as exploiting vulnerabilities in software or using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing it. Once installed, the PUP can start displaying unwanted ads, collecting user data, or installing additional malware. It may also attempt to connect to remote servers to download updates or receive instructions from its creators.

It is worth noting that PUPs like PUP.PCSpeedCat can be particularly problematic because they often use legitimate-looking interfaces and may even claim to offer useful features or functionality. However, their primary purpose is usually to generate revenue for their creators, rather than providing any genuine benefits to users.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.PCSpeedCat, you may notice a range of symptoms. These can include unwanted ads or pop-ups, slow system performance, and unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop. You may also notice that your browser settings have been changed, or that you are being redirected to unfamiliar websites. In some cases, you may even experience crashes or freezes, particularly if the PUP is interfering with system files or other software.

• Unwanted ads or pop-ups
• Slow system performance
• Unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop
• Changed browser settings
• Redirects to unfamiliar websites
• Crashes or freezes

How to Remove PUP.PCSpeedCat

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to give you a clean environment to work in.
2. Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malware or PUPs that may be present.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the PUP was detected.
4. Reset your browser settings to their default values, particularly for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to remove any changes made by the PUP.
5. Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP has been fully removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.PCSpeedCat from your system is essential to prevent further damage and protect your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is clean and secure. It is also important to be vigilant when downloading software and to always read the terms and conditions carefully to avoid installing unwanted programs in the future. Remember to keep your operating system and software up to date, and to use reputable anti-malware tools to protect your system from threats like PUP.PCSpeedCat.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.PCSpeedCat
Signature status:	Modified signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: 6c1b1d55549484d45f37794966f0da41 SHA1: aa53ad76ef508e4965a858ee760c911696e3c27e SHA256: 64600DFEA62D1C744B8E91AAD9B32469B1F2442E5A660AD6A309EC6D553D3644 File Size: 2.73 MB, 2734712 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 has TLS 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.

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
Comments	This installation was built with Inno Setup.
File Description	IT Stub Installer -SETUPIT-V2
File Version	11.2.1
Product Name	IT-Setup
Product Version	11.2.1

File Traits

• 2+ executable sections
• Inno
• InnoSetup Installer
• Installer Manifest
• Installer Version
• x86

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\temp\is-es3og.tmp\aa53ad76ef508e4965a858ee760c911696e3c27e_0002734712.tmp	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\_isetup\_setup64.tmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\_isetup\_shfoldr.dll	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\idp.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\itspllite.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\parscon.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\parsdwn.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\parsfrms.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\parsin.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\is-h3em4.tmp\presplashni.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes

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
Process Manipulation Evasion	NtUnmapViewOfSection
Process Shell Execute	CreateProcess
User Data Access	GetUserObjectInformation

Shell Command Execution

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Shell Command Execution

This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.

"C:\Users\Ekuqnmha\AppData\Local\Temp\is-ES3OG.tmp\aa53ad76ef508e4965a858ee760c911696e3c27e_0002734712.tmp" /SL5="$30334,2147093,214528,c:\users\user\downloads\aa53ad76ef508e4965a858ee760c911696e3c27e_0002734712"