Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | February 20, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | February 28, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF indicates that your system has been compromised by a potentially malicious threat. This type of threat is generally categorized as a Trojan, which is a broad term for malware that disguises itself as legitimate software. Trojans can have various functions, including downloading additional malware, stealing sensitive information, or providing unauthorized access to the infected system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF?
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF is a generic detection name that suggests the malware is a type of Trojan downloader. This means it is designed to download and install additional malware or other malicious components from the internet. The exact capabilities and intentions of Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF can vary, but its primary function is to act as a gateway for other malicious software to infect the system.
How Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF Operates
Trojan downloaders like Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in the system or by tricking users into installing them. Once installed, they can communicate with their command and control servers to receive instructions and download additional malware. This can lead to a range of malicious activities, including data theft, ransomware attacks, or the installation of other types of malware such as spyware, adware, or keyloggers.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF may exhibit a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, frequent crashes, or unusual network activity. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or icons on their desktop, changes to their browser settings, or unexpected pop-ups and advertisements. However, some infections may not display any noticeable symptoms, making them difficult to detect without the use of antivirus software.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or browser configurations
- Appearance of unknown or suspicious programs
- Increased network activity without apparent cause
- System crashes or instability
- Pop-ups, ads, or other unwanted content
How to Remove Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF
- Boot your system into Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access for downloading removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full system scan to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time of the infection. Be cautious and only remove programs that you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all malware has been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF requires careful and systematic steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from the system. It's crucial to use reputable anti-malware tools and to follow best practices for system security to prevent future infections. Keeping your operating system, software, and security tools up to date, along with being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading software from the internet, can significantly reduce the risk of malware infections.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Downloader.Gen.NF |
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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:
530501c3906da30a7072c9e25bc76234
SHA1:
62862c5ae00e859ce13a98f6e21c3a00eafdf7b7
SHA256:
7E3F2D1E8C115B4BB9500CC5C33A6C5489912994517CA77F1A1A89D107AADB14
File Size:
145.26 KB, 145256 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)
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 | Digital Wave Ltd |
| File Description | tier0 |
| File Version | 1,2,47,1017 |
| Internal Name | tier0.dll |
| Legal Copyright | © 2010-2022 Digital Wave Ltd |
| Original Filename | tier0.dll |
| Product Name | Free Studio |
| Product Version | 1,2,47,1017 |
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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| Digital Wave Ltd | DigiCert Trusted G4 Code Signing RSA4096 SHA384 2021 CA1 | 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: | 397 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 9 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 388 |
| 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.- Rugmi.GI
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\62862c5ae00e859ce13a98f6e21c3a00eafdf7b7_0000145256.,LiQMAxHB
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