Trojan.LameUpdater.A
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 7,624 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 3,725 |
| First Seen: | May 21, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | June 29, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.LameUpdater.A on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. Trojan-type threats are known for their ability to disguise themselves as legitimate software, making them difficult to detect without proper security tools. In this report, we will guide you through understanding what Trojan.LameUpdater.A is, how it operates, the symptoms of infection, and most importantly, how to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.LameUpdater.A?
Trojan.LameUpdater.A is identified as a Trojan-type threat, which means it is designed to allow unauthorized access to a computer system. Trojans can lead to a variety of malicious activities, including data theft, spyware installation, and the exploitation of system vulnerabilities. Unlike viruses and worms, Trojans do not replicate themselves but can still cause significant harm by creating backdoors for other malware or hackers.
How Trojan.LameUpdater.A Operates
Trojan.LameUpdater.A, like other Trojans, operates by deceiving users into installing it on their systems. This can happen through various means, such as downloading software from untrusted sources, opening malicious email attachments, or clicking on links from suspicious websites. Once installed, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions, which might include stealing sensitive information, downloading additional malware, or using the infected computer for malicious activities like DDoS attacks.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan infection can vary widely depending on the specific goals of the malware. Common signs include unexpected changes to system settings, unusual network activity, slow system performance, and the appearance of unwanted programs or toolbars in your web browser. In some cases, the infection might not display any noticeable symptoms, making regular system scans with anti-malware software crucial for detection.
How to Remove Trojan.LameUpdater.A
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking. This will limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process and allow you to download necessary tools.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter. Ensure your tool is updated to the latest version to increase the chances of detecting and removing Trojan.LameUpdater.A.
- Uninstall suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time you suspect the infection occurred. Use the "Programs and Features" or "Apps & features" section in your operating system to do this.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This can help remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the Trojan.
- After completing the above steps, reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all components of the Trojan have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.LameUpdater.A requires careful and systematic steps to ensure that all malicious components are eliminated from your system. It's also crucial to adopt preventive measures to avoid future infections, such as being cautious with email attachments and downloads, keeping your operating system and software up to date, and regularly scanning your system with reputable security tools. By following the guidance provided and maintaining good cybersecurity practices, you can protect your system from Trojan-type threats and other forms of malware.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.LameUpdater.A |
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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:
0937ac989f6e043f80ce960c3d30bb73
SHA1:
29ee14799da12c432e1519f5a1a6db8dd01cd180
SHA256:
91879DF7689E0AA5C3821360FC84A4AE3DE3391EA01ECA6A0B0A69316BD53712
File Size:
2.14 MB, 2143744 bytes
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MD5:
61e2d9831342737ae2ff73506c6c3e49
SHA1:
dbda5ef7e0c51ffaea9c032998980ddc0b987f55
SHA256:
B7B97DC38B93A22992C8B9C59A6723B9E8FDBB13ADA962167A632A8572D7BA94
File Size:
821.76 KB, 821760 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 TLS information
- 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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- 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)
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.
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- No Version Info
- 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: | 3,044 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 2,747 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 295 |
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.- Banker.G
- Graftor.BO
- Kraddare.H
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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| Other Suspicious |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| User Data Access |
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