Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | June 21, 2024 |
| Last Seen: | February 18, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to download and install additional malicious software on your computer, which can lead to a range of problems, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to your personal information.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF?
Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF is a type of Trojan horse malware that uses deceptive tactics to infiltrate your system. The name suggests that it is written in MSIL (Microsoft Intermediate Language), which is a platform-agnostic bytecode that can be executed by the .NET Common Language Runtime (CLR). This allows the malware to run on any system that supports .NET, making it a versatile and potentially widespread threat.
How Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF Operates
Once installed, Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF can download and install additional malware, including viruses, spyware, and adware, without your knowledge or consent. This can happen through various means, such as exploited vulnerabilities, drive-by downloads, or social engineering tactics. The malware may also communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates, transmit stolen data, or receive instructions from its creators.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF infection can vary, but common signs include slow system performance, unexpected pop-ups and advertisements, and suspicious network activity. You may also notice that your browser homepage or search engine has been changed, or that new, unfamiliar programs have been installed on your system. In some cases, the malware may not exhibit any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the aid of security software.
How to Remove Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF
- Restart your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from interfering with the removal process.
- Run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
- 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 add-ons.
- Reboot your system and run another full scan to ensure that all remnants of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF from your system requires a combination of technical expertise and caution. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable security software, you can help protect your system and personal data from the threats posed by this malware. It is essential to remain vigilant and proactive in maintaining your system's security, as new threats emerge daily. Regularly updating your operating system, browser, and security software can help prevent similar infections in the future.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.MSIL.Downloader.WAF |
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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:
e60cb410dbe1904fcd57ffb29cf2aaab
SHA1:
e88325a91ef3ea6777bfff132422394d56f49eb0
SHA256:
3836CE3C80998826F62FC0ECD4D6F93E3B03FBD8A426E2EF73805858CFE622E0
File Size:
14.34 KB, 14336 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File is .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Assembly Version | 4144.8870.99.99 |
| Comments | ok |
| Company Name | ok |
| File Description | ok |
| File Version | 099.9990.99.88 |
| Internal Name | ok.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright © 2021 |
| Legal Trademarks | ok |
| Original Filename | ok.exe |
| Product Name | ok |
| Product Version | 099.9990.99.88 |
File Traits
- .NET
- NewLateBinding
- 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: | 39 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 7 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 32 |
| 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.- MSIL.BadJoke.XH
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Files Modified
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 |
|---|---|
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\server.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasapi32::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enablefiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableautofiletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::enableconsoletracing | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filetracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::consoletracingmask | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::maxfilesize | RegNtPreCreateKey | |
| HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\tracing\rasmancs::filedirectory | %windir%\tracing | 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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| User Data Access |
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| Anti Debug |
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| Encryption Used |
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| Other Suspicious |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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| Network Winhttp |
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| Network Info Queried |
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