Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC

The detection of Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This malware is designed to compromise your computer's security and may lead to various issues, including unauthorized access to your personal data and disruption of your system's normal functioning. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.

What Is Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC?

Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC is a type of malicious software that falls under the category of Trojans. Trojans are programs that appear to be legitimate but actually contain malicious code designed to harm your computer or steal your data. The name "Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC" suggests that it may be related to clicker malware, which is designed to generate fake clicks or interactions on a system, often for financial gain. However, without specific details, it's crucial to approach this threat with a general understanding of malware removal and system security.

How Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC Operates

Malware like Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or application software to gain unauthorized access. Once inside, it can perform a variety of malicious activities, such as stealing personal data, installing additional malware, or using your computer for malicious purposes like clicking on advertisements to generate revenue for the malware authors. The exact operation can vary widely depending on the specific goals of the malware creators.

Symptoms of Infection

Symptoms of a Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC infection can be subtle and may not always be immediately apparent. Common signs include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected pop-ups, slow system performance, or unfamiliar programs installed on your computer. Your browser may also exhibit strange behavior, like frequent redirects to unwanted websites or an increase in unwanted advertisements. If you've noticed any of these symptoms, it's crucial to take action to secure your system.

How to Remove Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC

1. Enter Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from spreading or interfering 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 traces of the malware.
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the malware was detected.
4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that all malware components have been removed and your system is clean.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC from your system requires careful and immediate action to prevent further damage. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good computer hygiene, such as regularly updating your software, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when clicking on links or downloading attachments, you can help protect your system from future malware infections. Remember, vigilance and proactive measures are key to securing your digital environment and protecting your personal data.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	Trojan.MSIL.Clicker.HC
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: 2063247d4628ef307853891e27397a79 SHA1: d9a1d7e969f5a8e6303e84b91d4b606f19033fc9 SHA256: 5E616498B7331F29C72766A3BF8081295EECCE4C0D43B055E92F59F0975896D5 File Size: 377.00 KB, 377000 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• 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 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)
• 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

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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

• .NET
• x86

Files Modified

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Files Modified

This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.

File	Attributes
\device\namedpipe	Generic Read,Write Attributes
\device\namedpipe	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\despond.exe	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\despond.exe.config	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\microsoft.web.webview2.core.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\microsoft.web.webview2.winforms.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\microsoft.web.webview2.wpf.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\runtimes\win-arm64\native\webview2loader.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\runtimes\win-x64\native\webview2loader.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\coasting\runtimes\win-x86\native\webview2loader.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes

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c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsga40c.tmp	Synchronize,Write Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsga40c.tmp\nsexec.dll	Generic Write,Read Attributes
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsga40c.tmp\nsexec.dll	Synchronize,Write Attributes

Registry Modifications

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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
HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe	��3���� 	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\system\controlset001\control\session manager::pendingfilerenameoperations	*1\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\MicrosoftEdgeUpdate.exe.old122e4*1\??\C:\Windows\SystemTemp\CopilotUpdate.exe.old12352*1\??\C:\P	RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

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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
Anti Debug	IsDebuggerPresent
User Data Access	GetComputerNameEx GetUserObjectInformation
Process Manipulation Evasion	NtUnmapViewOfSection ZwMapViewOfSection
Process Shell Execute	CreateProcess
Syscall Use	ntdll.dll!NtAccessCheck ntdll.dll!NtAlertThreadByThreadId ntdll.dll!NtAlpcSendWaitReceivePort ntdll.dll!NtApphelpCacheControl ntdll.dll!NtClearEvent ntdll.dll!NtClose ntdll.dll!NtConnectPort ntdll.dll!NtCreateEvent ntdll.dll!NtCreateMutant ntdll.dll!NtCreatePrivateNamespace Show More ntdll.dll!NtCreateSection ntdll.dll!NtCreateSemaphore ntdll.dll!NtCreateThreadEx ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateObject ntdll.dll!NtDuplicateToken ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateKey ntdll.dll!NtEnumerateValueKey ntdll.dll!NtFreeVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtMapViewOfSection ntdll.dll!NtOpenDirectoryObject ntdll.dll!NtOpenEvent ntdll.dll!NtOpenFile ntdll.dll!NtOpenKey ntdll.dll!NtOpenKeyEx ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcess ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessToken ntdll.dll!NtOpenProcessTokenEx ntdll.dll!NtOpenSection ntdll.dll!NtOpenSemaphore ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadToken ntdll.dll!NtOpenThreadTokenEx 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!NtQuerySystemInformation ntdll.dll!NtQuerySystemInformationEx ntdll.dll!NtQueryValueKey ntdll.dll!NtQueryVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtQueryVolumeInformationFile ntdll.dll!NtQueryWnfStateData ntdll.dll!NtReadFile ntdll.dll!NtReadRequestData ntdll.dll!NtReleaseMutant ntdll.dll!NtReleaseSemaphore ntdll.dll!NtReleaseWorkerFactoryWorker ntdll.dll!NtRequestWaitReplyPort ntdll.dll!NtResumeThread ntdll.dll!NtSetEvent ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationKey ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationProcess ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationVirtualMemory ntdll.dll!NtSetInformationWorkerFactory ntdll.dll!NtSubscribeWnfStateChange ntdll.dll!NtTestAlert ntdll.dll!NtTraceControl ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSection ntdll.dll!NtUnmapViewOfSectionEx ntdll.dll!NtWaitForAlertByThreadId ntdll.dll!NtWaitForSingleObject ntdll.dll!NtWaitForWorkViaWorkerFactory ntdll.dll!NtWaitLowEventPair ntdll.dll!NtWorkerFactoryWorkerReady ntdll.dll!NtWriteFile UNKNOWN
Other Suspicious	AdjustTokenPrivileges
Process Terminate	TerminateProcess

Shell Command Execution

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Shell Command Execution

This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.

taskkill /f /im Despond.exe

C:\Users\Arpqlfok\AppData\Local\Temp\coasting\Despond.exe ""