PUP.UACMe.C
The detection of PUP.UACMe.C 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 immediate action to remove it and prevent further damage.
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What Is PUP.UACMe.C?
PUP.UACMe.C 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 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.UACMe.C Operates
PUP.UACMe.C, like other PUPs, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in a system or by using social engineering tactics to trick users into installing it. Once installed, it can collect personal data, display unwanted advertisements, and slow down system performance. It may also install additional malware or create backdoors for other malicious programs to enter the system. PUPs can be particularly problematic because they can be hidden in legitimate software or disguised as useful tools, making them difficult to detect.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.UACMe.C, you may experience a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unwanted pop-ups and advertisements, and changes to your browser settings. You may also notice that your system is crashing or freezing frequently, or that your personal data is being collected and transmitted to unknown parties. In some cases, PUPs can also install additional malware or create backdoors for other malicious programs to enter the system.
- Unwanted changes to browser settings or homepage
- Slow system performance or frequent crashes
- Unwanted pop-ups or advertisements
- Collection and transmission of personal data
- Installation of additional malware or creation of backdoors
How to Remove PUP.UACMe.C
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a clean removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious files or programs.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the PUP.UACMe.C infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted changes or malware.
- Reboot your system and perform a follow-up scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.UACMe.C 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 anti-malware tools, you can effectively remove the malware and prevent further damage to your system. It's essential to stay vigilant and take proactive measures to protect your system from future malware infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and avoiding suspicious downloads or links.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.UACMe.C |
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| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
d7078f1821be0bf8e5d9245a32825743
SHA1:
dee52105a37f3112710ce63602d0213091cb2f65
SHA256:
1649AA15FF4ADF65FAFCAAB19122796B23A21F506E6F3FE74D029483A8D166E9
File Size:
3.04 MB, 3044352 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-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)
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- 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 | MKSTools Corpration. |
| File Description | Setup |
| File Version | 10.5.107.13 |
| Internal Name | Setup |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) 2025 |
| Original Filename | Setup |
| Product Name | Setup |
| Product Version | 10.5.107.13 |
File Traits
- dll
- fptable
- ntdll
- x64
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: | 2,595 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 341 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 2,084 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 170 |
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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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| c:\programdata\golden\config.ini | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\programdata\golden\wechatappex.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\programdata\golden\wechatappex_1.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\programdata\golden\xweb_elf.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| HKCU\clsid\{39b05c29-adcf-4d56-aa37-77d24470fb8b}\shell\manage\command:: | "C:\ProgramData\Golden\\WeChatAppEx.exe" -2i | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\explorer.exe | ש虹퉔ǜ | 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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| Syscall Use |
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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.
explorer.exe shell:::{39B05C29-ADCF-4D56-AA37-77D24470FB8B}
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