Trojan.Agent.AIDA
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 18,850 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 14 |
| First Seen: | April 13, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | May 13, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Agent.AIDA on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report provides an overview of the threat, its operational characteristics, symptoms of infection, and step-by-step guidance on how to remove it from your computer.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Agent.AIDA?
Trojan.Agent.AIDA is a type of malware that falls under the category of Trojans. Trojans are malicious programs that disguise themselves as legitimate software, allowing them to bypass security measures and gain unauthorized access to a computer system. The name "Trojan.Agent.AIDA" suggests that it is a Trojan-type threat, but without more specific information, it's difficult to determine its exact nature or the family it belongs to.
How Trojan.Agent.AIDA Operates
Generally, Trojans like Trojan.Agent.AIDA operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing them. Once installed, they can perform a variety of malicious actions, including data theft, installation of additional malware, or allowing remote access to the infected computer. They often hide in plain sight, masquerading as legitimate programs or files, making them difficult to detect without proper security software.
Trojans can spread through various means, such as downloading infected software, opening malicious email attachments, or visiting compromised websites. They can also be distributed through infected USB drives or other external devices. Understanding how Trojans operate is crucial in preventing their spread and mitigating their impact.
Symptoms of Infection
Computers infected with Trojan.Agent.AIDA or similar malware may exhibit a range of symptoms. These can include, but are not limited to, slow system performance, frequent crashes, unusual pop-ups, or changes to browser settings. In some cases, there may be no noticeable symptoms at all, making regular scans with security software essential for detection.
- Unexplained changes in system settings or browser configurations
- Appearance of unknown programs or icons
- Increased CPU usage without a clear cause
- Difficulty in accessing certain system functions or files
How to Remove Trojan.Agent.AIDA
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking. This will limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process while still allowing you to download and install necessary tools.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool such as SpyHunter. Ensure the tool is updated to the latest version to increase the chances of detecting and removing the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the malware was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This can help remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure all components of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Agent.AIDA from your computer requires careful and systematic steps to ensure all components of the malware are eliminated. It's also crucial to adopt preventive measures, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when downloading files or clicking on links from unknown sources. By understanding the nature of Trojan-type threats and taking proactive steps, you can significantly reduce the risk of infection and protect your digital assets.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Agent.AIDA |
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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:
fe35fba21a1da6d56d9332acc531819b
SHA1:
f3f903afcb287f2a61948ae363ec66bed3ada78c
SHA256:
ADCCB177CE6DA85F6F421A9BF01BB9B4A400FD70E3F8E19355C70AF200902245
File Size:
2.40 MB, 2397184 bytes
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MD5:
3e832eb117189dfd3784bdd160631bab
SHA1:
94022d8ff5b1c3e4ce890c06122e70c061117dd1
SHA256:
2E315225606A9938A4C548111A36A8385B5D24643E579EB14340DDA164A5DEB3
File Size:
2.40 MB, 2396672 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 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)
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- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- dll
- 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: | 8,160 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 819 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 7,219 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 122 |
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 |
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| Network Info Queried |
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| Network Winsock |
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