Trojan.Emotet.GS
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 24 |
| First Seen: | July 8, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | November 26, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Emotet.GS indicates that a potentially malicious program has been identified on your system. This type of threat is often associated with Trojan-type malware, which can have a range of negative effects on your computer and personal data. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Emotet.GS?
Trojan.Emotet.GS is a type of malware that can infect your computer without your knowledge or consent. The term "Trojan" refers to a type of malware that disguises itself as a legitimate program, but actually contains malicious code. The ".Emotet.GS" part of the name may indicate a specific variant or subset of this malware, but without further information, it is difficult to determine its exact characteristics.
How Trojan.Emotet.GS Operates
Trojan-type malware, including Trojan.Emotet.GS, typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or tricking you into installing it. Once installed, it can perform a range of malicious activities, such as stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or providing unauthorized access to your computer. This type of malware can be particularly dangerous because it can be difficult to detect and remove, and it can cause significant damage to your system and data.
Symptoms of Infection
If your computer is infected with Trojan.Emotet.GS, you may notice a range of symptoms, including slow system performance, unexpected crashes or freezes, and unusual network activity. You may also notice that your browser is being redirected to unwanted websites, or that you are receiving unexpected pop-ups or ads. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, which is why it is essential to run regular virus scans and maintain up-to-date antivirus software.
- Slow system performance
- Unexpected crashes or freezes
- Unusual network activity
- Browser redirects
- Unexpected pop-ups or ads
How to Remove Trojan.Emotet.GS
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- 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 to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your computer and run another scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Emotet.GS from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the removal process. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining up-to-date antivirus software, you can help protect your computer and personal data from this and other types of malware. Remember to always be cautious when downloading and installing software, and never click on links or open attachments from unknown sources. By taking these precautions, you can help keep your system safe and secure.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Emotet.GS |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
9aaeb6ca28fb2c5c785ba849e211af1b
SHA1:
51682dc28f91a0f4e6ad5609df8ef15c3e06dd3a
SHA256:
28DCE4CB7E285FA0D24969DB47BC04F2E975A7A75332D2EDCAF28168994C4682
File Size:
314.88 KB, 314880 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 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
- 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)
File Traits
- dll
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 370 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 60 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 266 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 44 |
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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