Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | November 21, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | January 10, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV indicates that a potentially malicious program has been identified on your system. This type of threat is generally categorized as a Trojan, which is a broad term for malware that disguises itself as legitimate software. The presence of such a threat can compromise the security and integrity of your computer, making it essential to understand the nature of the threat and take appropriate steps to remove it.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV?
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV is a detection name that suggests the malware is a generic variant of Trojan downloaders. Trojan downloaders are designed to download and install additional malware onto an infected computer. They can be particularly dangerous because they can lead to a wide range of malicious activities, from stealing personal data to using the infected computer as part of a botnet for distributing spam or conducting denial-of-service attacks.
How Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV Operates
Malware like Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing it, often through deceptive downloads or infected email attachments. Once installed, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions, which may include downloading additional malware. This communication can happen without the user's knowledge, making the malware difficult to detect without proper security software.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of an infection can vary widely, depending on the specific goals of the malware and the additional payloads it downloads. Common signs include slowed computer performance, unexpected pop-ups, changed browser settings, or the presence of unfamiliar programs. In some cases, the infection might not exhibit noticeable symptoms immediately, which is why regular scans with anti-malware tools are crucial for early detection.
- Unexplained changes in browser settings or the appearance of unfamiliar toolbars.
- Pop-ups or advertisements that appear even when you're not browsing the internet.
- Slow computer performance or frequent crashes.
- Appearance of programs you don't remember installing.
How to Remove Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV
- Boot your computer into 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 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 (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious changes made by the malware.
- Reboot your computer and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all threats have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV requires careful and thorough steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from your system. It's also important to take preventive measures to avoid future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, being cautious with email attachments and downloads, and regularly scanning your computer with reputable security software. By understanding the nature of the threat and taking proactive steps, you can protect your computer and personal data from malicious activities.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Downloader.Gen.AV |
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| Signature status: | Hash Mismatch |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
fae9c3bdf112e63c19061fe4dede9d92
SHA1:
e829337e3a92c22da9ad86b77d8c3cbfe884e153
SHA256:
344AE11A4A3B089D07134A3DA439EA3A4101D73E25B37252581692E283C35184
File Size:
959.62 KB, 959624 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File has exports table
- 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)
- 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)
Digital Signatures
Digital Signatures
This section lists digital signatures that are attached to samples within this family. When analyzing and verifying digital signatures, it is important to confirm that the signature’s root authority is a well-known and trustworthy entity and that the status of the signature is good. Malware is often signed with non-trustworthy “Self Signed” digital signatures (which can be easily created by a malware author with no verification). Malware may also be signed by legitimate signatures that have an invalid status, and by signatures from questionable root authorities with fake or misleading “Signer” names.| Signer | Root | Status |
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| Ventis Media, Inc. | Sectigo Public Code Signing Root R46 | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- dll
- 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: | 3,270 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 4 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 3,266 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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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| Process Manipulation Evasion |
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| Process Shell Execute |
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| Anti Debug |
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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\SysWOW64\rundll32.exe C:\WINDOWS\system32\rundll32.exe c:\users\user\downloads\e829337e3a92c22da9ad86b77d8c3cbfe884e153_0000959624.,LiQMAxHB
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