Threat Database Trojans Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL

Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL

By CagedTech in Trojans

Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 30
First Seen: December 29, 2021
Last Seen: July 20, 2026
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This detection name suggests a type of Trojan horse malware, which is known for its ability to disguise itself as legitimate software while performing malicious activities in the background. Understanding what this threat is, how it operates, and the symptoms it may cause is crucial in taking the appropriate steps to remove it and secure your system.

What Is Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL?

Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL is identified as a Trojan-type threat, which typically means it is designed to allow unauthorized access to a computer system or to disrupt its operation. Trojans are often distributed through email attachments, infected software downloads, or exploited vulnerabilities in software. They can perform a wide range of malicious activities, including data theft, espionage, and the installation of additional malware. The ".MSIL" part of the name suggests that this Trojan is written in Microsoft Intermediate Language, which is used by the .NET Framework, indicating it is designed to run on Windows systems.

How Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL Operates

Once installed on a system, Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL can operate in various ways, depending on its specific design and the intentions of its creators. It may connect to a command and control server to receive instructions, download additional malware, or exfiltrate sensitive information from the infected computer. Trojans like this one can also create backdoors, allowing remote access to the system, modify system settings, or disable security software to avoid detection. Their ability to blend in with normal system operations makes them particularly dangerous, as they can remain undetected for extended periods.

Symptoms of Infection

Symptoms of a Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL infection can vary widely, depending on the specific goals of the malware and how it is configured to operate. Common indicators of a Trojan infection include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected crashes, slow performance, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You might also notice increased network activity, unauthorized changes to system settings, or the appearance of unwanted pop-ups and advertisements. In some cases, the infection may not exhibit obvious symptoms, making regular system scans with anti-virus software crucial for detection.

How to Remove Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL

  1. Restart your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process.
  2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all components of the Trojan.
  3. Uninstall suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the infection was detected.
  4. 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.
  5. After completing the above steps, reboot your computer and perform another full system scan to ensure that the Trojan and all associated malware have been successfully removed.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL requires careful and thorough action to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from your system. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as regularly updating your operating system and security software, being cautious with email attachments and downloads, and using strong, unique passwords, you can help protect your system against future infections. Remember, vigilance and proactive security measures are key to safeguarding your digital environment.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name: Trojan.MSIL.Agent.AL
Signature status: No Signature

Known Samples

MD5: 6ef27bb17948bf2cd5f17d32506ab25f
SHA1: 1cace02f54cb1696be68e2ee291e26c051293a51
SHA256: 4A412162A0B00623211B7303BC18B00B76D196EA8343A2C35ABC262E9E97C9B2
File Size: 1.34 MB, 1337856 bytes

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 is .NET application
  • File is 64-bit executable
  • File is either console or GUI application
  • File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
  • File is not packed
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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

Windows PE Version Information

Name Value
Assembly Version 0.0.0.0
File Description Arab Open University
File Version 1.0.0.0
Internal Name AOU.exe
Legal Copyright Copyright © 2019
Original Filename AOU.exe
Product Name Arab Open University
Product Version 1.0.0.0

File Traits

  • .NET
  • x64

Block Information

Total Blocks: 6
Potentially Malicious Blocks: 3
Whitelisted Blocks: 1
Unknown Blocks: 2

Visual Map

? ? 0 x x x
0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

  • MSIL.Agent.AL
  • MSIL.Downloader.Agent.PF
  • MSIL.Krypt.YAE
  • MSIL.Krypt.YAF
  • MSIL.Krypt.YEBB
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  • MSIL.Krypt.YEBF

Files Modified

File Attributes
c:\users\user\downloads\fend.exe Generic Write,Read Attributes

Windows API Usage

Category API
Syscall Use
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlertThreadByThreadId
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcConnectPort
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcConnectPortEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcQueryInformation
  • ntdll.dll!NtAlpcSendWaitReceivePort
  • ntdll.dll!NtApphelpCacheControl
  • ntdll.dll!NtAssociateWaitCompletionPacket
  • ntdll.dll!NtCancelTimer2
  • ntdll.dll!NtCancelWaitCompletionPacket
  • ntdll.dll!NtClearEvent
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  • ntdll.dll!NtClose
  • ntdll.dll!NtCompareSigningLevels
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateIoCompletion
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateMutant
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreatePrivateNamespace
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateSemaphore
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateThreadEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateTimer2
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateWaitCompletionPacket
  • ntdll.dll!NtCreateWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtDeviceIoControlFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateValueKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtFlushProcessWriteBuffers
  • ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtGetCachedSigningLevel
  • ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtNotifyChangeKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenDirectoryObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenKeyEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenSymbolicLinkObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtProtectVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryAttributesFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryDefaultLocale
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryDirectoryFileEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryFullAttributesFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationJobObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationThread
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryInformationToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryLicenseValue
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryPerformanceCounter
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityAttributesToken
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySecurityObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySymbolicLinkObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformation
  • ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformationEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryValueKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryVolumeInformationFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryWnfStateData
  • ntdll.dll!NtQueryWnfStateNameInformation
  • ntdll.dll!NtReadFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtReadRequestData
  • ntdll.dll!NtReleaseMutant
  • ntdll.dll!NtReleaseWorkerFactoryWorker
  • ntdll.dll!NtResumeThread
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationKey
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationProcess
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationThread
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationVirtualMemory
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetSystemInformation
  • ntdll.dll!NtSetTimer2
  • ntdll.dll!NtSubscribeWnfStateChange
  • ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert
  • ntdll.dll!NtTraceControl
  • ntdll.dll!NtTraceEvent
  • ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSection
  • ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSectionEx
  • ntdll.dll!NtUnsubscribeWnfStateChange
  • ntdll.dll!NtUpdateWnfStateData
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForMultipleObjects
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForSingleObject
  • ntdll.dll!NtWaitForWorkViaWorkerFactory
  • ntdll.dll!NtWorkerFactoryWorkerReady
  • ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile
  • ntdll.dll!NtYieldExecution
  • UNKNOWN
User Data Access
  • GetComputerName
  • GetComputerNameEx
  • GetUserDefaultLocaleName
  • GetUserObjectInformation
Anti Debug
  • IsDebuggerPresent
Process Manipulation Evasion
  • ReadProcessMemory

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