Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A
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| Popularity Rank: | 15,775 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 324 |
| First Seen: | May 3, 2017 |
| Last Seen: | August 7, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. Trojan-type threats are known for their ability to disguise themselves as legitimate programs, making them difficult to detect without proper security software. In this report, we will provide an overview of Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A, its operating methods, symptoms of infection, and most importantly, steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A?
Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A is identified as a Trojan-type threat, which typically means it is designed to allow unauthorized access to a computer system. Trojans can be used to spy on users, steal sensitive information, or disrupt system operation. The name Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A itself does not directly indicate a specific malware family, but it suggests characteristics of remote access Trojans (RATs), which are notorious for their ability to give attackers control over infected systems.
How Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A Operates
Trojan-type threats like Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A often operate by disguising themselves as useful or harmless programs. Once installed on a system, they can create backdoors that allow hackers to remotely access and control the infected computer. This can lead to a variety of malicious activities, including data theft, installation of additional malware, or using the infected system as part of a botnet for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks or spamming.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A infection can vary widely, depending on the specific goals of the malware and the actions taken by the attackers. Common signs include unexpected changes to system settings, unusual network activity, appearance of unwanted programs or toolbars, and general system instability. In some cases, the infection may not exhibit obvious symptoms, making regular system monitoring and security scans crucial for early detection.
How to Remove Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A
Removing Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A requires careful steps to ensure the malware is completely eradicated from your system. Follow these steps:
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking. This will limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions to improve detection capabilities.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time of the suspected infection. Be cautious and only remove programs you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This can help 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 no remnants of the malware remain.
Conclusion
The detection and removal of Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A are critical steps in protecting your system and personal data from potential harm. By understanding how Trojan-type threats operate and following the outlined removal steps, you can significantly reduce the risk of infection and mitigate damage if your system is already compromised. Regularly updating your security software, being cautious with email attachments and downloads, and maintaining good computing practices are essential in preventing future infections.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.DarktrackRAT.A |
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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:
2055e29b56e4573a5d3c04c60d97bcf9
SHA1:
e0e4345f261fcaa459541f5f2845a0cf01ddeac3
SHA256:
938421D2AF3E057BCA1C90649F9F5CD69E64ED1B601CD5EAD0747A225FB1C06A
File Size:
762.37 KB, 762368 bytes
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MD5:
7f70f0c66becb05ef5f0c10e1aac16e3
SHA1:
4cc98f1f12ef40d80ecdb014347452f47b6c5f19
SHA256:
17B95C52E99714F415A271668F29513716F829C6DD94FB19C8A61924178FA335
File Size:
914.43 KB, 914432 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 relocations information
- 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 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.
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- CryptUnprotectData
- No CryptProtectData
- No Version Info
- ntdll
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 3,340 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1,071 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 2,269 |
| 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.- Banker.GF
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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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| \device\namedpipe\gmdasllogger | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\microsoft\windows\usrclass.dat{dba6b5ef-640a-11ed-9bcb-f677369d361c}.txr.1.regtrans-ms | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\microsoft\windows\usrclass.dat{dba6b5ef-640a-11ed-9bcb-f677369d361c}.txr.2.regtrans-ms | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\windows\spynet\server.exe | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144 |
| c:\windows\spynet\server.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\software\wow6432node\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run::server | C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run::server | C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\active setup\installed components\{2j58xp0k-erqo-j3f4-1e5x-jb44dfp82s24}::stubpath | C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe restart | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\windows\currentversion\runonce::server | C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\winlogon::shell | explorer.exe "C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe" | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\winlogon::shell | explorer.exe "C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe" | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\policies\explorer\run::server | C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\policies\explorer\run::server | C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::proxybypass | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::intranetname | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::uncasintranet | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\internet settings\zonemap::autodetect | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n 3 �v������Bx #�(�+�[1`1�1HO 1�D9ߔ@V� A��H[uR20_�z`�2b"he�vk`k�qo �w�n{b�{�=�Jq�P� �jI������ ������Ǐ�T�� ��T���*�Dt�T��m� Ù� ����=��$�8წ����&M �=�S �Y.SLB1_ T�Vw | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n 5 �v������Bx #�%�(�+�[1`1�1HO 1�D9ߔ@V� A��H[uR20_�z`�2a$b"he�vk`k�qo �w�n{b�{�=�Jq�P� �jI������ ������Ǐ�T�� ��T���*�Dt�T��m� Ù� ����=��$�8წ����&M �=�S �Y.SLB1 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc3475 | 鴶 ȁ 獖} | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n 8 �v������Bx #�%�(�+�[,=� 1`1�1HO 1�D9ߔ@V� A��H[uN� R20_�z`�2a$b"he�vk`k�qo �w�ny�9 {b�{�=�Jq�P� �jI������ ������Ǐ�T�� ��T���*�Dt�T��m� Ù� ����=��$�8წ����&M �=� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n = �v������Bx #�%�(�+�[,=� 1`1�1HO 1�D9ߔ@V� A��H[uN� R20_�z`�2a$b"he�vk`k�qo �w�ny�9 {b�{�=�Jq�P� �jI�����7� M��� ������Ǐ�T�� ��T���*�Dt�T��m� Ù� �IV ����=��$�8წ����&M | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n > �v �� ������Bx #�%�(�+�[,=� 1`1�1HO 1�D9ߔ@V� A��H[uN� R20_�z`�2a$b"he�vk`k�qo �w�ny�9 {b�{�=�Jq�P� �jI�����7� M��� ������Ǐ�T�� ��T���*�Dt�T��m� Ù� �IV ����=��$�8წ��� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75 | �n ? �v �� ������Bx #�%�(�+�[,=� 1`1�1HO 1�D9ߔ@V� A��H[uN� R20_�z`�2a$b"he�vk`k�ql(�o �w�ny�9 {b�{�=�Jq�P� �jI�����7� M��� ������Ǐ�T�� ��T���*�Dt�T��m� Ù� �IV ����=��$�8წ�� | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\--((spynet))--::installedserver | C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe | 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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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Anti Debug |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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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.
C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe "C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe"
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open C:\WINDOWS\SpyNet\Server.exe
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svchost.exe
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