Threat Database Adware Snetchball.Adsearch

Snetchball.Adsearch

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Threat Scorecard

Popularity Rank: 12,458
Threat Level: 20 % (Normal)
Infected Computers: 1,031
First Seen: January 15, 2023
Last Seen: October 3, 2026
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Snetchball.Adsearch on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This Trojan-type threat can compromise your computer's integrity and put your personal data at risk. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is Snetchball.Adsearch?

Snetchball.Adsearch is a type of malware that can infect your computer and cause various problems. The name itself does not provide specific information about its origin or purpose, but its classification as a Trojan-type threat suggests that it can disguise itself as legitimate software or attach itself to other programs to gain access to your system. Trojan-type threats like Snetchball.Adsearch can be used for a variety of malicious activities, including data theft, unauthorized access, and the distribution of additional malware.

How Snetchball.Adsearch Operates

Trojan-type threats like Snetchball.Adsearch typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or human behavior. They can be spread through various means, such as email attachments, infected downloads, or compromised websites. Once inside your system, Snetchball.Adsearch can execute its payload, which may include installing additional malware, stealing sensitive information, or providing unauthorized access to your computer. The exact operational methods of Snetchball.Adsearch are not specified, but its presence on your system poses a significant risk to your security and privacy.

Symptoms of Infection

The symptoms of a Snetchball.Adsearch infection can vary, but common indicators include slow system performance, unexpected pop-ups or advertisements, and unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop. You may also experience issues with your internet connection, such as redirects to suspicious websites or difficulties accessing certain online services. In some cases, the infection may not exhibit any noticeable symptoms, making it essential to rely on antivirus software and regular system scans to detect and remove threats like Snetchball.Adsearch.

How to Remove Snetchball.Adsearch

  1. Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access. This will make it easier to download and install removal tools.
  2. Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full system scan to detect and remove Snetchball.Adsearch and any associated malware.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the infection. Be cautious when removing programs, as some may be legitimate or required by your system.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that may have been installed by the malware.
  5. Reboot your computer and perform another full system scan to ensure that Snetchball.Adsearch and any associated malware have been completely removed.

Conclusion

The removal of Snetchball.Adsearch requires careful attention to detail and a systematic approach to ensure that all associated malware is eliminated. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when downloading or installing new programs, you can help protect your computer from future infections and keep your personal data safe. Remember, the detection of Snetchball.Adsearch is a serious issue that demands prompt action to prevent further damage and potential security breaches.

Directories

Snetchball.Adsearch may create the following directory or directories:

%APPDATA%\Snetchball

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: Snetchball.Adsearch
Signature status: No Signature

Known Samples

MD5: 4d186b2d18c29fd4188b969ecc15c6d5
SHA1: 7c20368a0422aca34b9a9cf8806bfd4009b0a528
SHA256: C46BA2BAC0FBBE7F07FBB9D90B063E6BE021F43405653F0B27704520C95FE939
File Size: 349.18 KB, 349184 bytes

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 security information
  • File is .NET application
  • File is 32-bit executable
  • File is either console or GUI application
  • File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
  • 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

Windows PE Version Information

Name Value
Assembly Version 1.0.0.1
File Description Snetchball
File Version 1.0.0.1
Internal Name Snetchball.exe
Legal Copyright Copyright © 2019
Original Filename Snetchball.exe
Product Name Snetchball
Product Version 1.0.0.1

File Traits

  • .NET
  • RijndaelManaged
  • x86

Block Information

Total Blocks: 180
Potentially Malicious Blocks: 121
Whitelisted Blocks: 57
Unknown Blocks: 2

Visual Map

x x x x x x 0 0 0 0 x x x 0 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 x 0 x x x 0 0 0 0 0 x x x 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 x x x x 0 0 x x x 0 x 0 0 x x x x x x x x 0 0 x x 0 x 0 0 0 x x 0 x x x x x x x x 0 x 0 0 x x x x x x x x x x x 0 x x x 0 0 x x x x x x x x x x x x x 0 x x x 0 ? x x x x x 0 x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x ? x x x x 0 0 x 0 0 x 0 0 0 0 0 x x x x x x x x x x x x 0 0 0 0 x x x
0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

  • MSIL.Agent.DFBL

Windows API Usage

Category API
User Data Access
  • GetComputerNameEx
  • GetUserDefaultLocaleName
  • GetUserObjectInformation