Trojan.Aotera.E
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 15,370 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 14 |
| First Seen: | February 28, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | April 24, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Aotera.E on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of threat is designed to compromise the security and integrity of your computer, and it's essential to understand its nature and take steps to remove it.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Aotera.E?
Trojan.Aotera.E is a type of malware that can sneak into your system without your knowledge or consent. The name "Trojan" refers to the fact that this type of malware disguises itself as a legitimate program or file, allowing it to bypass security measures and gain access to your system. Once inside, it can cause a range of problems, from stealing sensitive information to disrupting system performance.
How Trojan.Aotera.E Operates
Trojan.Aotera.E, like other Trojans, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or tricking you into installing it. It may arrive as an email attachment, a download from a suspicious website, or a payload from another malware infection. Once installed, it can communicate with its creators, allowing them to control your system remotely, steal data, or install additional malware. This type of malware can be particularly dangerous because it can open backdoors, giving hackers access to your system and allowing them to carry out malicious activities.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying a Trojan.Aotera.E infection can be challenging, as it often does not display obvious symptoms. However, you might notice that your system is running slower than usual, or you may see unexpected pop-ups, suspicious network activity, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. In some cases, you might find that your antivirus software is disabled, or your browser settings have been altered without your consent. These signs indicate that your system's security has been compromised, and you should take immediate action to remove the threat.
How to Remove Trojan.Aotera.E
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This will help identify and remove all components of the Trojan.Aotera.E malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the malware was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs you are sure are not essential to your system's operation.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that the malware 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.E requires careful and thorough steps to ensure that your system is completely cleaned and protected. It's crucial to stay vigilant and take preventive measures to avoid future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources. By understanding the nature of this threat and taking the necessary removal steps, you can protect your system and your personal data from the harmful effects of Trojan.Aotera.E.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Aotera.E |
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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:
744744da66b0052074430b413bba01cd
SHA1:
7318ec4d3f5be713f816326313c1f7841cbc422b
SHA256:
22FB63FC8A6397CA7F537BBC1D9086E1A8C3CAE76A18FAEFDF4E9781AA20858D
File Size:
8.46 MB, 8456704 bytes
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MD5:
2530ef5ad9b52276f8a6ec671263ac24
SHA1:
130198c4e662b481d5f649577ddc2830fbfa3c14
SHA256:
F7E9D72B96E3053590987BE6D87B400684175C669AC36A2F165DD52F879AD496
File Size:
2.94 MB, 2944000 bytes
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MD5:
8b6ba9e274b151f631f5c931177d7fcb
SHA1:
19b603bb841b68e08e0d5b84237e5605f21c7bff
SHA256:
94901AADB0E32A6EB4F1C1CEA50D5E80982075CA2153ECAF8F418C73CFF6617C
File Size:
2.77 MB, 2771456 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)
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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File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- HighEntropy
- VirtualAllocExNuma
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 7,993 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 320 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 7,494 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 179 |
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.DFD
- Agent.DFE
- AgentTesla.PAA
- Aotera.E
- Aotera.K
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- Kryptik.YKBB
- Mikey.UB
- Mikey.UC
- SnakeLogger.C
- XLoader.A
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\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | >l �v���5#�(�1�1HO 1�D9ߔ@V� H[uR20`�2o �{�=�P� �/������� �X��T��T��T��m� �$�����( B1_ ��� �Q] �� @ K� | 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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