PUP.Taobao.A
The detection of PUP.Taobao.A 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 and prevent future infections.
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What Is PUP.Taobao.A?
PUP.Taobao.A is a type of malware that is classified as a potentially unwanted program. This means that while it may not be as harmful as other types of malware, such as viruses or trojans, it can still cause problems with your system and compromise your personal data. PUPs are often installed unintentionally, bundled with other software or downloaded from untrusted sources.
How PUP.Taobao.A Operates
PUP.Taobao.A, like other PUPs, operates by installing itself on your system and then performing various unwanted actions. This can include displaying annoying advertisements, collecting your personal data, and modifying your system settings. PUPs can also install additional software or malware, which can further compromise your system's security. In some cases, PUPs can even hijack your browser, redirecting you to unwanted websites or displaying fake search results.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.Taobao.A, you may notice various symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted advertisements, and unexpected changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites or that your search results are being manipulated. Additionally, you may see suspicious programs or icons on your system that you don't recognize.
- Unwanted advertisements or pop-ups
- Slow system performance
- Unexpected changes to system settings
- Browser redirection or hijacking
- Suspicious programs or icons
How to Remove PUP.Taobao.A
To remove PUP.Taobao.A from your system, follow these steps:
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or software that may be related to the malware.
- Reset your browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.Taobao.A from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware's behavior. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable removal tools, you can effectively remove the malware and prevent future infections. It's essential to remain vigilant and to take proactive steps to protect your system and personal data from potential threats. Regularly updating your software, avoiding suspicious downloads, and using strong antivirus protection can help to prevent PUPs and other types of malware from infecting your system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.Taobao.A |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | Hash Mismatch |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
ef31b5cb5e05957c5c96fc584f7caf7d
SHA1:
cb3058009aadbb53604f900f14aa03f73f679289
SHA256:
CC3E2580C4470F3AA41BECDE80F50A134F194E5D234A27339A63F5DECB561CEA
File Size:
1.28 MB, 1282048 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File has exports table
- 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
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Icons
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
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 | UCWeb Inc. |
| Company Short Name | UCWeb Inc. |
| File Description | UCBrowser Online Installer |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | online_installer_exe |
| Last Change | 73f648de558045928473aa66cf189e43cd80aef8 |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright 2008-2014 UCWeb Inc. All rights reserved. |
| Official Build | 0 |
| Product Name | UC Browser |
| Product Short Name | UC Browser |
| Product Version | 1.0.0.0 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TAOBAO (CHINA) SOFTWARE CO.,LTD. | Symantec Class 3 SHA256 Code Signing CA | Hash Mismatch |
| TAOBAO (CHINA) SOFTWARE CO.,LTD. | VeriSign Class 3 Code Signing 2010 CA | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- HighEntropy
- Installer Version
- x86
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: | 5,223 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 337 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 4,509 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 377 |
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Files Modified
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 |
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| \device\harddisk0\dr0 | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\ucbrowser\online_downloader\download.log | Read Attributes,Synchronize,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\ucbrowser\online_downloader\dumps\browser_online-installer_6.1.2015.1007_900e4458777f3830e79cd0d4bc6e5ad2v0000002c5100899_a361fa3e53919a4aae1bab615d957620_0\process.dmp | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\ucbrowser\online_downloader\stats_uploader.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\downloads\debug.log | Read Attributes,Synchronize,Append data |
Registry Modifications
Registry Modifications
This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.| Key::Value | Data | API Name |
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| HKLM\software\wow6432node\ucbrowserpid::machineid | ��O�0-����6ֹ@�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\ucbrowserpid::machineid | ��O�0-����6ֹ@�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\ucbrowserpid::machineidex | 900e4458777f3830e79cd0d4bc6e5ad2v0000002c5100899 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\ucbrowserpid::machineidex | 900e4458777f3830e79cd0d4bc6e5ad2v0000002c5100899 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | 嘶낑ꪹǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | ꐺ낟ꪹǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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 |
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| Anti Debug |
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Shell Command Execution
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\Wrfscjtw\AppData\Local\UCBrowser\Online_Downloader\stats_uploader.exe" --normal-stats1=https://i18nmmstat.ucweb.com/lv=1.0&encrypt_data=bTkwAkGKlyq5g3OjXWLReWWH4QkZzytj/FzD6UXR6X51L1vfGqjOCY/nHCF/VFZEWqw/nnl11kOJKuc8JH0yehMzxVl2yfUnx4kM9zr5WjF5QB1EaZyTzaVWPKQzQSvEOYvmyTFh696+xMZimh1ivDYEWtKeMwTlSSsMJMbrh/7D5TlNy4hwpwL9paKe4KyK0HyaAswDU8lgMEWp0wiK1bPPAM/MIDCrf0Y/dO/ZoLjuWLnIrqBu6TGCwCHirkNLnMkQE7VMgx8eCm1aNg==
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"C:\Users\Wrfscjtw\AppData\Local\UCBrowser\Online_Downloader\stats_uploader.exe" --type=dump-process --version=6.1.2015.1007 --pid=7572 --tid=8912 --exptr=144167668 --process-type=online-installer --event=browser_crash_7572 --stats-url=https://i18nmmstat.ucweb.com/lv=1.0&encrypt_data=bTkwAhWKoznNg2ewcWLNSJ7FniChiktFeE31jIyInkG4K6JGE/JGEN7kRKN0UJlIAKF/I3kgF1kWKRVN13qcsKw9YNaCw0LvdobsMbatnL1SHYWna5US8YdWtRNJGp2hzt0AkcZkJqp8kFgm+hqsx69YdOGiZS7Fhi2VwAO9qtoC5flVAoEk0kq+kuU6sK2QqiAJNqYRe98kN2GMlx/yqQKAHhBDJD/jxRJ0qHTHveQyAe4wPPA6/3rN3geN9LW79Mn4i9dcb7eUKws57iz2+FtqfvRiDzLNsOosARfR85j+o8WM1L2fg3x6q3vv/C9qNg==
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