Trojan.Agent.CDC
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| Popularity Rank: | 11,645 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 37 |
| First Seen: | November 12, 2024 |
| Last Seen: | June 29, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Agent.CDC on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to compromise the integrity of your computer, allowing unauthorized access and potentially leading to further malicious activities. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Agent.CDC?
Trojan.Agent.CDC is a type of Trojan horse malware, which is a broad category of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate or harmless. The name "Trojan.Agent.CDC" suggests that it is a variant of Trojan horse malware, but without more specific information, it is difficult to determine its exact characteristics or behaviors. Generally, Trojans are designed to bypass security mechanisms and gain unauthorized access to a system, often for the purpose of stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or providing a backdoor for remote control by an attacker.
How Trojan.Agent.CDC Operates
Like other Trojans, Trojan.Agent.CDC likely operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing it. Once installed, it may attempt to communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions or transmit stolen data. The exact mechanisms and goals of Trojan.Agent.CDC are not specified, but it is clear that its presence on a system poses a significant security risk. Trojans can be particularly dangerous because they can open doors for other types of malware, leading to a cascade of security issues.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying a Trojan infection can be challenging because these malware types often do not exhibit obvious symptoms. However, some possible indicators of infection include unusual system behavior, such as slow performance, frequent crashes, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. Additionally, you might notice changes in your browser settings, unexpected pop-ups, or suspicious network activity. Since Trojans can be stealthy, relying on antivirus software and regular system scans is crucial for detecting and removing threats like Trojan.Agent.CDC.
How to Remove Trojan.Agent.CDC
- Boot your computer into Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access for updates and downloads.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove all instances of Trojan.Agent.CDC and any other malware that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the malware was detected.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the Trojan.
- Reboot your computer and run another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all threats have been removed and that your system is clean.
Conclusion
The removal of Trojan.Agent.CDC requires careful and immediate action to protect your system and data. By understanding the general behaviors of Trojan horse malware and following the steps outlined for removal, you can help ensure the security and integrity of your computer. Remember, prevention is key; keeping your operating system, software, and security tools up to date, along with practicing safe computing habits, can significantly reduce the risk of future infections. Always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links, and consider investing in comprehensive security solutions to safeguard against evolving threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Agent.CDC |
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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:
489abe032e8d6a9ecd84d4e78efb1191
SHA1:
5aa001a008dacf4825583801f9eee44c914996d9
SHA256:
06AD698CB32A5E2267DDF9846295475F4926ABBBD75362D58C16EE57CC49FECD
File Size:
220.16 KB, 220160 bytes
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MD5:
4b9073e976a1ce83492ee3bd11ae1ae2
SHA1:
cd7fdb5f255fb131c62b00815c40944eea7547ee
SHA256:
B384A1C79DB49F8758E1D1E18ED9CBA2B8CF2E39DCB6E0317548537E68B73E30
File Size:
220.16 KB, 220160 bytes
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MD5:
3628097816ec8ec71200d986a6e67874
SHA1:
d3e0932472b723df60f096ac3ae6d28838b06a07
SHA256:
5319730C81AF68266136288E9AE1360DFF32635230A79999ADEC562339F70183
File Size:
235.52 KB, 235520 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 relocations information
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- 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)
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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 |
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| Company Name |
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| File Description | Witchspire |
| File Version |
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| Internal Name | Hercules |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright Envar Games AB. All Rights Reserved. |
| Original Filename | Hercules-Win64-Shipping.exe |
| Product Name | Witchspire |
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File Traits
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 582 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 580 |
| 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.- Agent.CDC
- Agent.RQA
- CobaltStrike.CY
- MSIL.Downloader.J
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:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\03i8ybl4.bat | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\0dtxmptl.bat | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\0u818j3n.bat | 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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| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 墓又ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | ᄠ墛又ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\control\windows::errormode | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\control\windows::errormode | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | l +�#@�#��$kF%f�)�1HO @V� @��A��g��n�Ay�^�P� ������ ������ [�m� Ù� ƟF�gi�$�[� AB�� ��� �zH | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 츶堅ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | 츺堅ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | 䢎聃ﳅǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | 漎聊ﳅǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\local settings\muicache\1b\52c64b7e::@c:\windows\system32\ndfapi.dll,-40001 | Windows Network Diagnostics | 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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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Process Terminate |
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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.
cmd.exe /c ""C:\Users\Newlryte\AppData\Local\Temp\03I8YBL4.bat" "c:\users\user\downloads\5aa001a008dacf4825583801f9eee44c914996d9_0000220160""
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\reg.exe Reg Add "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Windows" /v "ErrorMode" /t REG_DWORD /d "0x00000002" /f
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WriteConsole: The operation co
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C:\WINDOWS\system32\reg.exe Reg Add "HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Windows" /v "ErrorMode" /t REG_DWORD /d "0x00000000" /f
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WriteConsole: The operation co
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WriteConsole: The system canno
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cmd.exe /c ""C:\Users\Afwvfhdh\AppData\Local\Temp\0DTXMPTL.bat" "c:\users\user\downloads\cd7fdb5f255fb131c62b00815c40944eea7547ee_0000220160""
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cmd.exe /c ""C:\Users\Finxzrjf\AppData\Local\Temp\0U818J3N.bat" "c:\users\user\downloads\d3e0932472b723df60f096ac3ae6d28838b06a07_0000235520""
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WriteConsole:
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WriteConsole: c:\users\user\do
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WriteConsole: CD
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WriteConsole: .\Hercules\Bina
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WriteConsole: start
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WriteConsole: Hercules-Win64-
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