Trojan.Aotera.D
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 15,358 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 5 |
| First Seen: | February 4, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | July 3, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Aotera.D on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report provides an overview of the threat, its operating mechanisms, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Aotera.D?
Trojan.Aotera.D is a type of malware that can compromise the security and integrity of your computer system. The term "Trojan" refers to a broad category of malicious software that disguises itself as legitimate software, allowing it to bypass security defenses and gain unauthorized access to a system. Once inside, it can perform a variety of harmful actions, depending on its design and the intentions of its creators.
How Trojan.Aotera.D Operates
Like other Trojans, Trojan.Aotera.D is designed to infiltrate a system without being detected by traditional security measures. It may exploit vulnerabilities in software, deceive users into installing it by masquerading as useful or enticing software, or be introduced through other forms of social engineering. Once installed, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions, which might include stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or using the compromised system for malicious activities such as spamming or participating in distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Trojan.Aotera.D infection can vary widely, depending on its specific payload and the goals of its creators. Common indicators of a Trojan infection include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected crashes, slow performance, or unfamiliar programs and icons appearing on the desktop. Users may also notice that their personal files are being accessed or modified without their consent, or that their internet connection is being used for unknown activities. In some cases, the infection may not produce noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the use of security software.
How to Remove Trojan.Aotera.D
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This can help identify and remove all components of the Trojan.Aotera.D 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 that the Trojan may have installed.
- 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.Aotera.D from your system requires careful and thorough action to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated. It's also crucial to take preventive measures to avoid future infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong, unique passwords, and being cautious when downloading and installing software from the internet. By understanding how Trojans operate and taking proactive steps to secure your system, you can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to these and other types of malware threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Aotera.D |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
cfc3df09eebc26083dad72ba25c7d4c8
SHA1:
d720ebba39bbc1d24e98928fe79a0ae218f2935c
SHA256:
2BDEF01FCBA1E8F591203FAB7B44D89BE2C63A13A45C1DF4430A625B6EE055BF
File Size:
4.27 MB, 4273664 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 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)
- File is not packed
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- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- HighEntropy
- VirtualAllocExNuma
- 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: | 7,779 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 91 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 7,358 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 330 |
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.- Aotera.D
- Kryptik.YKAB
- Kryptik.YKAC
- Kryptik.YKAF
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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