Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF
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| Popularity Rank: | 26,848 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | March 10, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | June 9, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to download and install additional malicious software on your computer, which can lead to a range of problems, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to your personal information.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF?
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF is a type of Trojan horse malware that is designed to download and install other malicious software on your computer. The "Gen" in the name suggests that it is a generic detection, meaning that it is a broad category of malware rather than a specific variant. Trojan horses are a type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software, but actually allows unauthorized access to your computer. They can be used to steal sensitive information, install additional malware, or disrupt system operations.
How Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF Operates
Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or tricking you into installing it. Once installed, it can download and install additional malware, including viruses, spyware, and adware. This can lead to a range of problems, including slow system performance, pop-up ads, and data theft. The malware may also attempt to connect to a command and control server to receive instructions or upload stolen data.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF infection can vary, but may include slow system performance, pop-up ads, and unexpected changes to your system settings. You may also notice that your browser is being redirected to unfamiliar websites or that your antivirus software is disabled. In some cases, the malware may not exhibit any obvious symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the use of antivirus software.
- Slow system performance
- Pop-up ads
- Unexpected changes to system settings
- Browser redirection
- Disabled antivirus software
How to Remove Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading.
- Use a reputable antivirus tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and remove any detected malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that may be related to the malware.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings.
- Reboot your computer and perform another scan to ensure that the malware has been fully removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF from your system requires careful attention to detail and the use of reputable antivirus software. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that your system is free from malware and that your personal information is protected. It's also important to take steps to prevent future infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong passwords, and avoiding suspicious downloads and email attachments.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Downloader.Gen.PF |
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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:
d7b71a0d0f8bad718eed03bea8c7f209
SHA1:
19dd1b143cca751967c705e755e1ef0cc8558a37
SHA256:
7F47949D916D6F4450C0546F045AC9E3FE193D10F15B6FBD7B01D7B62F162F9B
File Size:
186.37 KB, 186368 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 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)
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- 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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| Comments | Author: XZH |
| Company Name | Copyright (c) 2012 Wondershare Software All Rights Reserved |
| File Description | WSUtilities |
| File Version | 1, 0, 1, 4 |
| Internal Name | WSUtilities |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright (c) 2012 Wondershare Software All Rights Reserved |
| Original Filename | WSUtilities.dll |
| Product Name | Dynamic Link Library |
| Product Version | 1, 0, 1, 4 |
File Traits
- dll
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 717 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 118 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 599 |
| 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\19dd1b143cca751967c705e755e1ef0cc8558a37_0000186368.,LiQMAxHB
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