Trojan.FakeFolder.G
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 11 |
| First Seen: | September 13, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | December 11, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.FakeFolder.G on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This Trojan-type threat can compromise your computer's integrity and put your personal data at risk. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.FakeFolder.G?
Trojan.FakeFolder.G is a type of malware that disguises itself as a legitimate program or folder, making it challenging to detect. Its primary goal is to gain unauthorized access to your system, allowing hackers to steal sensitive information, install additional malware, or disrupt your computer's functionality. The name "Trojan.FakeFolder.G" suggests that it may be masquerading as a folder or directory, which can make it difficult to identify and remove.
How Trojan.FakeFolder.G Operates
Trojan.FakeFolder.G, like other Trojans, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or deceiving users into installing it. Once inside, it can create backdoors, allowing hackers to remotely access your computer. It may also install additional malware, such as spyware or ransomware, to further compromise your system. The malware can communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates, steal data, or execute malicious commands.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying a Trojan.FakeFolder.G infection can be challenging, as it may not exhibit obvious symptoms. However, you may notice unusual behavior, such as slow system performance, unexpected pop-ups, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. Your computer may also become unstable, crashing or freezing frequently. Additionally, you may notice that your browser settings have changed, or you are being redirected to suspicious websites.
- Unexplained changes to your system or browser settings
- Slow system performance or frequent crashes
- Unfamiliar programs or processes running in the background
- Unexpected pop-ups or suspicious advertisements
How to Remove Trojan.FakeFolder.G
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a more effective removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malware, including Trojan.FakeFolder.G.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed without your consent.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings.
- Reboot your computer and perform another scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.FakeFolder.G requires a thorough and careful approach to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated. By following the steps outlined above, you can help protect your system and personal data from this and other malware threats. It is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to prevent future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading files from the internet.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.FakeFolder.G |
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| Packers: | UPX |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
28068f5cd48e3cf0803d4db91c4829d0
SHA1:
aebccefd3f9e752ea7386bb3efa0fc31ea00806e
SHA256:
F1A4D710EEDA171B9E7B271B5DCE15710E258DBB1A969763A0BBC2FEAD7CD38B
File Size:
529.90 KB, 529899 bytes
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MD5:
88c7cdb3ceb000c66c621be896632cd9
SHA1:
40b1ba8cb8c8a94e1a666304a5f92be08f383471
SHA256:
D350325BDBFD954AAC7948D3C5E21BDA8DDDF3893CD0E43928504D3EB44D3DBD
File Size:
377.62 KB, 377625 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 been packed
- 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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- 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.
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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| Compiled Script | AutoIt v3 Script : 3, 2, 11, 1 |
| File Version | 3, 2, 11, 1 |
File Traits
- Autoit
- big overlay
- HighEntropy
- packed
- 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: | 1,544 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 95 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,449 |
| 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.- Autorun.A
- FakeFolder.G
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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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Keyboard Access |
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