Trojan.Agent.ECC
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 4 |
| First Seen: | April 1, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | February 6, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Agent.ECC indicates that your system has been compromised by a potentially malicious program. This type of threat is known for its ability to infiltrate and damage computer systems, often without the user's knowledge or consent. In this report, we will provide an overview of Trojan.Agent.ECC, its operational methods, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove the threat from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Agent.ECC?
Trojan.Agent.ECC is a type of Trojan horse malware, which is a broad category of threats that disguise themselves as legitimate programs. The name Trojan.Agent.ECC suggests that it is a specific variant of malware, but its exact nature and purpose can vary. Generally, Trojan horses are designed to allow unauthorized access to a computer system, often for the purpose of stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or disrupting system operation.
How Trojan.Agent.ECC Operates
Malware like Trojan.Agent.ECC typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing it. Once installed, it can communicate with its creators or other malicious programs to receive instructions or transmit stolen data. The exact operational methods of Trojan.Agent.ECC are not specified, but it is likely designed to evade detection by traditional security software, making it a significant threat to computer security.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan.Agent.ECC infection can vary, but common signs include slower system performance, unexpected changes to system settings, appearance of unwanted programs or toolbars, and increased pop-up advertisements. In some cases, the infection may not exhibit noticeable symptoms, making it difficult for users to detect without the aid of security software.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or files
- Appearance of unfamiliar programs or icons
- Increased number of pop-up ads or unexpected website redirects
- System crashes or freezes
How to Remove Trojan.Agent.ECC
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access to download removal tools.
- 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.ECC and any related malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the infection was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs that you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to 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 that all remnants of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Agent.ECC from your system requires careful and thorough action to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining vigilant system security practices, you can protect your computer from future infections and keep your personal data safe. Remember, prevention is key, so always be cautious when downloading software, opening email attachments, or clicking on links from unknown sources.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Agent.ECC |
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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:
f509371b609c5658009386d6a3ae98c5
SHA1:
b1ee2d8d7282338a4307198bf142eacd4cddcd25
SHA256:
49F534D75BE1165D6C011F94A3235DEE133D1227616999103C32D70C3742DA07
File Size:
2.45 MB, 2450944 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 resources
- 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 Traits
- No Version Info
- ntdll
- 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: | 8,756 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 3,145 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 5,610 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1 |
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.ECC
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 Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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