Trojan.Kryptik.VPG
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| Popularity Rank: | 11,451 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 668 |
| First Seen: | September 11, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | June 19, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Kryptik.VPG on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This detection name suggests a type of malicious software designed to infiltrate and compromise the security of your computer. Understanding the nature of this threat and taking prompt action to remove it is crucial to protect your personal data and prevent further damage to your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Kryptik.VPG?
Trojan.Kryptik.VPG is identified as a Trojan-type threat, which is a broad category of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software to gain unauthorized access to a computer system. Trojans can be used for a variety of malicious purposes, including stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or providing a backdoor for remote access by attackers. The specific capabilities and intentions of Trojan.Kryptik.VPG can vary, but its primary goal is to compromise the security and integrity of the infected system.
How Trojan.Kryptik.VPG Operates
Trojan.Kryptik.VPG, like other Trojans, operates by deceiving users into installing it on their systems. This can happen through various means, such as downloading and executing malicious files from the internet, opening infected email attachments, or visiting compromised websites. Once installed, the Trojan can initiate its malicious activities, which might include monitoring and transmitting user data, downloading additional malware, or altering system settings to evade detection and removal.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Trojan.Kryptik.VPG infection can be subtle and may not always be immediately noticeable. However, common indicators of a Trojan infection include unexpected changes in system behavior, such as unusual pop-ups, slow system performance, and unfamiliar programs or icons on the desktop. Additionally, users might notice that their personal files are being altered or deleted, or that their internet browser is being redirected to unwanted websites. It's essential to be vigilant and monitor your system for any suspicious activity that could indicate the presence of malware.
How to Remove Trojan.Kryptik.VPG
- Enter Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to gain better control over your system during the removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all traces of the Trojan and any associated malware.
- Uninstall suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the infection was detected.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the Trojan.
- After completing the above steps, reboot your system and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all malware has been successfully removed.
Conclusion
The removal of Trojan.Kryptik.VPG requires careful and immediate action to prevent further damage to your system and to protect your personal data. By understanding how Trojans operate and following the steps outlined for removal, you can effectively eliminate this threat and secure your computer. It's also crucial to adopt preventive measures, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when downloading files or clicking on links from unknown sources, to minimize the risk of future infections.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Kryptik.VPG |
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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:
f143fdec3907f142cb9c61ce5115aee1
SHA1:
6740717b72f1b49a161261982828bb8ba070bab7
SHA256:
4A61F213D1225EAD8B2D38366F9B1A59D2445757A342FF093B8BB100935D6616
File Size:
4.11 MB, 4114488 bytes
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MD5:
888000de19089bee2a1a2358b8ef2d3f
SHA1:
6e540d71437be95924206d4fef2f6f5a14a5fe31
SHA256:
766DEA6C1829BBDD385C4F6699C7DC029BFB86B7B0AD6F0C8E14DA5E6FDBD632
File Size:
4.49 MB, 4492160 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- 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)
- 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 |
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| Company Short Name | Microsoft |
| File Description |
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| Internal Name |
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| Last Change | 50ab4bd76cf1b5ff9d6705778b6ee170df56f154 |
| Legal Copyright |
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| Official Build | 1 |
| Original Filename |
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| Product Name |
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| Product Short Name | Microsoft Edge |
| Product Version |
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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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| Python Software Foundation | DigiCert Trusted G4 Code Signing RSA4096 SHA384 2021 CA1 | Hash Mismatch |
| Microsoft Corporation | Microsoft Code Signing PCA 2011 | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- dll
- HighEntropy
- ntdll
- WriteProcessMemory
- 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: | 33,640 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 33,632 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 6 |
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.- DLLHijack.H
- Lumma.GFA
- Rugmi.GB
Registry Modifications
Registry Modifications
This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.| Key::Value | Data | API Name |
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| HKCU\software\microsoft\edge\blbeacon::failed_count | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\edge\blbeacon::state | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\edge\thirdparty::statuscodes | (NULL) | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\microsoft\edge\thirdparty::statuscodes | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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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