PUP.XFPlay
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| Threat Level: | 10 % (Normal) |
| Infected Computers: | 566 |
| First Seen: | June 4, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | October 11, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of PUP.XFPlay 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 any potential harm.
Table of Contents
What Is PUP.XFPlay?
PUP.XFPlay 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 when they download and install free software or click on suspicious links. Once installed, PUP.XFPlay can collect user data, display unwanted ads, and slow down your system.
How PUP.XFPlay Operates
PUP.XFPlay operates by installing itself on your system and then connecting to a remote server to download additional components or receive instructions. It can also modify system settings, create new registry entries, and install additional software without your knowledge or consent. This can lead to a range of problems, including slowed system performance, unwanted pop-ups and ads, and even data theft.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with PUP.XFPlay, you may notice a range of symptoms. These can include slowed system performance, unwanted pop-ups and ads, new toolbars or browser extensions, and 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 hijacked. In some cases, you may even notice that your personal data is being collected and transmitted to third-party servers.
- Unwanted ads and pop-ups
- Slowed system performance
- New toolbars or browser extensions
- Changes to system settings
- Browser redirection
- Data collection and transmission
How to Remove PUP.XFPlay
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent PUP.XFPlay from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and run a full scan to detect and remove PUP.XFPlay and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that you did not intentionally install.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any unwanted extensions or settings.
- Reboot your system and run another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that PUP.XFPlay has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing PUP.XFPlay from your system is essential to prevent any potential harm and to restore your system to its normal functioning state. By following the steps outlined above, you can remove PUP.XFPlay and protect your system from future infections. It is also essential to practice safe computing habits, such as avoiding suspicious links and downloads, to prevent similar infections in the future. Remember to always keep your anti-malware tool up to date and to run regular scans to detect and remove any malware that may be present on your system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | PUP.XFPlay |
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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:
e630cbbbf8a2a420be18aacaf9cd369c
SHA1:
813968b1f42e65ccdaa40d01d81f3d354f251900
SHA256:
37A0D43A0227F631F57304651D1F499D429BF034C563AA7F994183CD117F4729
File Size:
1.22 MB, 1217011 bytes
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MD5:
202d40aaca6fcbc8ba533b5bd34e9ab9
SHA1:
39024354454b0014ad7047a8df23b984ec770702
SHA256:
DF4B0CB106A13B2FD2C9138B107E5304B00C8DEE4AB6C09120928C1B3BE0BCF3
File Size:
1.22 MB, 1216997 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- 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
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 |
|---|---|
| File Description | Setup/Uninstall |
| File Version | 51.1052.0.0 |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- Inno
- Installer Manifest
- Installer Version
- VirtualQueryEx
- 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: | 4,277 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 0 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 4,277 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Similar Families
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.- Dropper.Delf.CD
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| HKCU\software\microsoft\ctf\msutb::left | ঔ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\ctf\msutb::top | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
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| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n / �v �Z����Bx #��%�(�,=� 1`1�1HO @V� A��H[uH�pN$N� _�za$b"he�vk`k�ql(�y�9 {b��P� ��!���� � ��3�� ��� ������m� Ù� �gi�V ����$�8წ���l� �&M A�~ �=�SB1_ B�� T�Vw��i� ��%�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n 0 �v �Z �� ����Bx #��%�(�,=� 1`1�1HO @V� A��H[uH�pN$N� _�za$b"he�vk`k�ql(�y�9 {b��P� ��!���� � ��3�� ��� ������m� Ù� �gi�V ����$�8წ���l� �&M A�~ �=�SB1_ B�� T�Vw��i� �� | 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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| User Data Access |
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