PUP.SecurityXploded.A

The detection of PUP.SecurityXploded.A on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be compromising your computer's security and performance. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is PUP.SecurityXploded.A?

PUP.SecurityXploded.A is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as malicious as other types of malware, such as viruses or Trojans, it can still cause problems for your computer and compromise your personal data. PUPs are often installed on a system without the user's knowledge or consent, and they can be difficult to remove.

How PUP.SecurityXploded.A Operates

PUP.SecurityXploded.A, like other PUPs, can operate in various ways. It may be designed to display unwanted advertisements, collect user data, or install additional malware on the system. In some cases, PUPs can also hijack browser settings, slowing down the system and causing other performance issues. The exact behavior of PUP.SecurityXploded.A will depend on its specific design and purpose, but it is likely to cause problems for your computer and compromise your security.

Symptoms of Infection

If your system is infected with PUP.SecurityXploded.A, you may notice a range of symptoms. These can include slow system performance, unwanted advertisements or pop-ups, and changes to your browser settings. You may also notice that your system is running slowly or that certain programs are not functioning correctly. In some cases, you may receive warnings or alerts from your antivirus software, indicating that a potentially unwanted program has been detected.

• Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
• Changes to browser settings or homepage
• Slow system performance
• Warnings or alerts from antivirus software
• Unexplained changes to system settings or configuration

How to Remove PUP.SecurityXploded.A

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the PUP from loading and to allow for a clean removal process.
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 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 run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the PUP has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing PUP.SecurityXploded.A from your system is essential to prevent further problems and protect your personal data. By following the steps outlined above, you can safely and effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. It is also important to be cautious when installing software and to always read the terms and conditions carefully to avoid unintentionally installing PUPs. By taking these precautions, you can help to keep your system secure and protect your personal data from potential threats.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	PUP.SecurityXploded.A
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: 83a4f5c6c67188588241d1f774ce568d SHA1: 5afdb1672dbfcc7cb94b54b34e4b7d7795e1a1be SHA256: 1F4FA7374CFC4AD4A02ADC78953D03AF1DD3C69CB15358D55DF23B80DA2DE7B1 File Size: 2.69 MB, 2694144 bytes

MD5: 929a7e7c5123203504790f50016faddc SHA1: 5e3b8ab389af44f98b51cf3a1fdfe08c76fce940 SHA256: A32917F3F9AD7CC816884B5B0693BF1D73BF711B790A0BA00E47902EF9D23AAB File Size: 2.41 MB, 2407936 bytes

MD5: d9362aef737dc6a5d75b7942da390616 SHA1: 7ef73932ba75d2c18e2400763ccebca2b96b03d1 SHA256: 4DCF9207ABBF1A917C7BE82115B57D63AF8B0D646DFF5939C82DC97D7893632D File Size: 2.81 MB, 2805760 bytes

MD5: 631ae4c850e16cd82efeb7f5b46a1fb6 SHA1: 6b537253ddcc54e8b159486137835f672c640658 SHA256: 960E8390BF4BCEC21E36E5062CA8E3CA4C5330979B8BB665F5BF3211049B30CD File Size: 2.49 MB, 2493975 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 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)

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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.

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
Company Name	SecurityXploded
File Description	Free Firefox Autocomplete Data Viewer Software Process Network Port Monitoring Software Simple Website Blocker Thunderbird Password Recovery Software
File Version	5.0.0.0 4.1 1.0.0.0
Internal Name	FirefoxAutocompleteSpy.exe SimpleWebsiteBlocker.exe ThunderBirdPassDecryptor.exe
Legal Copyright	Copyright (c) 2007-2015 SecurityXploded. All rights reserved. Copyright (c) 2007-2015, All rights reserved. Copyright (c) 2007-2018 SecurityXploded, All rights reserved. Copyright © 2007-2013 SecurityXploded, All rights reserved
Original Filename	FirefoxAutocompleteSpy.exe SimpleWebsiteBlocker.exe ThunderBirdPassDecryptor.exe
Product Name	FirefoxAutocompleteSpy ProcNetMonitor SimpleWebsiteBlocker ThunderBirdPassDecryptor
Product Version	5.0.0.0 4.1 1.0.0.0

File Traits

• imgui
• 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.

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.

• 1stBrowser.A
• ConvertAd.D
• Downloader.Agent.EG
• Downloader.Agent.EL
• Downloader.Agent.LU

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• Farfli.TB
• Farfli.TBA
• OpenSUpdater.L
• OpenSUpdater.MC
• SecurityXploded.A
• Ursnif.C
• Ursnif.XG
• Yunsip.B

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
c:\users\user\appdata\local\microsoft\windows\usrclass.dat{dba6b5ef-640a-11ed-9bcb-f677369d361c}.txr.0.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.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
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\btmimg.bmp	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\confirm.ini	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\finish.ini	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\header.bmp	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\installoptions.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\iswelcome.ini	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data

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c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\iswelcome.ini	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nso66e0.tmp\leftimg.bmp	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
Anti Debug	IsDebuggerPresent
User Data Access	GetUserObjectInformation
Other Suspicious	SetWindowsHookEx
Keyboard Access	GetKeyState
Network Winhttp	WinHttpConnect WinHttpOpen WinHttpOpenRequest WinHttpReceiveResponse WinHttpSendRequest
Process Manipulation Evasion	ReadProcessMemory