Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL
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| Popularity Rank: | 20,764 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 2 |
| First Seen: | May 31, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | July 7, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to compromise the security and integrity of your computer, and it's essential to understand its nature and how to remove it effectively.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL?
Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL is a type of Trojan horse malware, which is a broad category of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate or harmless. The ".Gen" part of the name suggests that it's a generic detection, indicating that the malware may not be a specific, known variant but rather a newly discovered or evolving threat. The "CTL" could imply a level of control or a specific mechanism used by the malware, but without more context, it's difficult to determine its exact significance.
How Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL Operates
Trojan horses, including Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL, typically operate by deceiving users into installing them on their systems. They might be disguised as useful software, games, or even updates for existing applications. Once installed, the malware can perform a variety of malicious actions, such as stealing personal data, downloading additional malware, or providing unauthorized access to the infected computer. The exact operations of Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL can vary, but its primary goal is to compromise the security of the infected system for the benefit of the attackers.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying a Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL infection can be challenging because Trojan horses are designed to be stealthy. However, some common symptoms of a malware infection include unusual computer behavior, such as slow performance, frequent crashes, or the appearance of unwanted programs or toolbars. Additionally, you might notice that your browser settings have been changed without your consent, or you're being redirected to unwanted websites. These symptoms don't necessarily confirm the presence of Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL, but they do indicate a potential malware problem that needs to be addressed.
How to Remove Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to give you internet access for downloading 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 the Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you don't recognize or that were installed around the time the malware was detected.
- Reset your web browsers (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge) 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 traces of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL requires a combination of safe computing practices, the use of reputable anti-malware tools, and careful attention to the details of your system's configuration and behavior. By following these steps and staying vigilant, you can protect your computer and personal data from the threats posed by this and other types of malware. 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.Gen.CTL |
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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:
28117a170707a0c5bc3d4f26269cf35f
SHA1:
c298fec84a820b029191c809308e5a3e91ba6c72
SHA256:
EA0A02B64C217F0C71B94123BCB832746C34CB415A54C4A595417C6409DE29B8
File Size:
462.63 KB, 462627 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 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)
- 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)
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 | Logitech International S.A. |
| File Description | Device Management Sync Service |
| File Version | 7.42.545.288 |
| Internal Name | gen1 |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (C) Logitech. All rights reserved. |
| Original Filename | gen1.exe |
| Product Name | AMD Software Platform |
| Product Version | 7.42.545.288 |
File Traits
- big overlay
- CryptUnprotectData
- fptable
- 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: | 1,150 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 75 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,075 |
| 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.MOY
- Gotiness.B
- PSW.Agent.FWA
- Trojan.Agent.Gen.CTL
- Trojan.Agent.Gen.CUR
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:\programdata\microsoft\devicesync\devicesynchost.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\programdata\microsoft\devicesync\devicesynchost.exe | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\google\crashreports\googleupdatecore.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\google\crashreports\googleupdatecore.exe | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\microsoft\devicesync\config.bin | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\microsoft\edge\user data\chrome_update_manifest.html | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\svc_task_7126187.xml | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\svc_task_7126203.xml | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\svc_task_7126531.xml | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\svc_task_7126546.xml | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\~ssclean_7126218.bat | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\microsoft\protect\securityhealthsystray.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\microsoft\protect\securityhealthsystray.exe | Synchronize,Write 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 | 踧异ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | ᘨ弌ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\edge\elfbeacon::version | 147.0.3912.72 | 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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| Network Wininet |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Encryption Used |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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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.
schtasks /Query /TN "Microsoft\Windows\AppID\PolicyConverter"
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schtasks /Create /TN "Microsoft\Windows\AppID\PolicyConverter" /XML "C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Local\Temp\svc_task_7126187.xml" /F
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schtasks /Query /TN "Google\Update\CrashReportTask"
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schtasks /Create /TN "Google\Update\CrashReportTask" /XML "C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Local\Temp\svc_task_7126187.xml" /F
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schtasks /Query /TN "Microsoft\Windows\DeviceSync\Routine"
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schtasks /Create /TN "Microsoft\Windows\DeviceSync\Routine" /XML "C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Local\Temp\svc_task_7126203.xml" /F
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C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Protect\SecurityHealthSystray.exe (NULL)
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cmd.exe /C "C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Local\Temp\\~ssclean_7126218.bat"
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schtasks /Query /TN "Microsoft\Windows\AppID\PolicyConverter"
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schtasks /Create /TN "Microsoft\Windows\AppID\PolicyConverter" /XML "C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Local\Temp\svc_task_7126531.xml" /F
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schtasks /Query /TN "Google\Update\CrashReportTask"
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schtasks /Create /TN "Google\Update\CrashReportTask" /XML "C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Local\Temp\svc_task_7126531.xml" /F
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schtasks /Query /TN "Microsoft\Windows\DeviceSync\Routine"
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schtasks /Create /TN "Microsoft\Windows\DeviceSync\Routine" /XML "C:\Users\Jqkiildn\AppData\Local\Temp\svc_task_7126546.xml" /F
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio --edge-skip-compat-layer-relaunch
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio --edge-skip-compat-layer-relaunch
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"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe" --app="file:///C:/Users/Jqkiildn/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Edge/User Data/chrome_update_manifest.html" --disable-infobars --hide-crash-restore-bubble --disable-backgrounding-occluded-windows --disable-renderer-backgrounding --disable-occlusion-tracking --mute-audio
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