PUP.SpyAgent
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 211 |
| First Seen: | November 20, 2019 |
| Last Seen: | September 2, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.SpyAgent on your system indicates the presence of a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that may be compromising your privacy and security. This type of software is designed to gather sensitive information without your consent, and its removal is crucial to protect your personal data and maintain the integrity of your system.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.SpyAgent?
PUP.SpyAgent is a type of malware that falls under the category of potentially unwanted programs. These programs are often installed on a system without the user's knowledge or consent, usually through bundled software downloads or deceptive installation practices. PUPs can range from annoying adware to more sinister spyware, and PUP.SpyAgent is suspected to have spyware-like capabilities, hence its detection name.
How PUP.SpyAgent Operates
PUP.SpyAgent, like other PUPs, operates by infiltrating a system and then proceeding to collect various types of data. This can include browsing history, search queries, login credentials, and other sensitive information. The collected data can be used for targeted advertising, sold to third parties, or used for more malicious purposes such as identity theft or fraud. PUPs often hide in plain sight, disguising themselves as legitimate programs or attaching themselves to legitimate software, making them difficult to detect without proper security tools.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a PUP.SpyAgent infection can be subtle but may include an increase in unwanted advertisements, unexpected changes in browser settings, slow system performance, and suspicious programs listed in the system's installed applications. Users may also notice that their search results are being redirected to unwanted websites or that their personal data is being used in targeted advertising. However, some PUPs can operate without noticeable symptoms, making regular system scans crucial for detection.
How to Remove PUP.SpyAgent
- Enter Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.SpyAgent from interfering with the removal process. This mode allows you to use the internet to download removal tools while limiting the functionality of malicious programs.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool such as SpyHunter. These tools are designed to detect and remove PUPs and other types of malware.
- Uninstall suspicious programs from your system. Go through the list of installed applications and remove any programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time you suspect the PUP.SpyAgent infection occurred.
- Reset your browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This can help remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by PUP.SpyAgent.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that all components of PUP.SpyAgent have been removed. This step is crucial as some malware can survive a single scan and removal attempt.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.SpyAgent from your system is essential to protect your privacy and security. By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively remove this potentially unwanted program and prevent future infections. It's also important to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious downloads, using strong antivirus software, and keeping your operating system and other software up to date. Regular system scans and a vigilant approach to online activities can significantly reduce the risk of PUP infections and other cyber threats.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove PUP.SpyAgent
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 11.10.19_Setup (password=spytech).exe | 2efbf079c79dfde89a46ca9cf5b8b81d | 20 |
| 2. | ae71663bfcb374cd5d97a9512eb41005d127646a9e0e74840becf8653356349d.exe | 061f1f9326fdb3ea53813f3bbed895e4 | 2 |
| 3. | 1dc5614fdfb5fd21be9a2cacdaef1224_Setup (password=spytech).exe | 1dc5614fdfb5fd21be9a2cacdaef1224 | 2 |
| 4. | sysdiag.exe | ca42986b8f1a4dd38fed0ab0281b26fc | 1 |
| 5. | Setup (password=spytech).exe | 5217ea0a5e5f6826f55b6e11addf098f | 0 |
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.SpyAgent |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | Root Not Trusted |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
395f7905883e5ced49319e1f3e4262cb
SHA1:
849926f99c32495edac6442dd77f81020190a28b
SHA256:
DC69B662E9D5ABB5627088B2408EC4685A7F0163D8C12BC37C30325CD704A728
File Size:
32.68 KB, 32680 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- 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)
Digital Signatures
Digital Signatures
This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.| Signer | Root | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Spytech Software and Design, Inc. | Sectigo Public Code Signing Root R46 | Root Not Trusted |
Block Information
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: | 65 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 60 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 4 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Windows API Usage
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 |
|---|---|
| Syscall Use |
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