Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X
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| Popularity Rank: | 26,360 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 11 |
| First Seen: | August 5, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | October 12, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X is a Windows-based Trojan classified as a high-risk threat due to its ability to quietly infiltrate a system and give attackers broad control over infected machines. Despite the name suggesting a legitimate software utility, it is actually designed to deceive users while performing malicious actions behind the scenes.
Table of Contents
What Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X Does
Once active, Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X runs silently in the background, often disguising itself as a harmless tool or installer component. Like most Trojans in this category, it can perform a range of damaging functions, including deleting files, installing additional malicious components, and monitoring user activity. In many cases, it may also allow remote attackers to gain complete control over the compromised system, effectively turning the computer into a tool for further malicious operations without the owner's knowledge.
During installation, this threat has been observed dropping temporary files into system folders, such as installer-related resources and supporting library files, which it uses to complete its silent setup process. These files are typically hidden within temporary directories to avoid drawing attention.
How It Usually Gets Onto Computers
Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X typically spreads through deceptive downloads from malicious or compromised websites, and through email attachments sent from untrusted or spoofed senders. These attachments may appear as common file types, including executables, image files, or video files, which are actually disguised malicious payloads. In some cases, the Trojan may also take advantage of unpatched system vulnerabilities and security flaws to install itself without any direct action from the user. Because the file in this family has been observed using a self-signed digital signature rather than a signature from a verified, trusted authority, it can sometimes bypass basic security checks that users rely on to judge a file's legitimacy.
Risks for the User
The presence of Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X on a system poses serious risks. Because it can operate with a high level of control, it may be used to steal sensitive information, modify system settings, disable protective features, or install other forms of malware. Users may experience data loss, privacy breaches, financial harm, or long-term system instability if the Trojan remains active for an extended period. Given its high danger rating, prompt removal is strongly advised once it is detected.
Signs of Infection
Trojans like this one are built to avoid detection, so visible symptoms may be minimal. However, users should watch for warning signs such as:
- Unexpected system slowdowns or high resource usage without a clear cause
- Unfamiliar files appearing in temporary or application data folders
- Unexpected changes to system settings or security configurations
- Unusual network activity or programs communicating with unknown servers
- New or unrecognized processes running in the background
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the risk of infection, users should avoid downloading software from unverified or suspicious websites and refrain from opening email attachments from unknown or unexpected senders. Keeping the Windows operating system and installed applications fully updated helps close security gaps that threats like this one often exploit. Regularly scanning the system with reputable security software, exercising caution with unsolicited downloads, and maintaining backups of important data are all effective ways to minimize exposure to Trojans such as Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.MSIL.FakeTool.X |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | Self Signed |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
034357954037a6ab9b2cd6c2409e9323
SHA1:
b28fc5dba8f156ab3fd49648fdc8010d994d9a88
SHA256:
CB1333E5C05A16DEF0D57B7B27121319F8348AFF5C52CCDCA7FE89012800B353
File Size:
5.56 MB, 5557128 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 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
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
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- 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue-Point Media Sp. z o.o. | SwissSign Personal Gold CA 2008 - G2 | Self Signed |
File Traits
- .NET
- HighEntropy
- ntdll
- x86
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\nsm2e3c.tmp\modern-wizard.bmp | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsm2e3c.tmp\modern-wizard.bmp | Synchronize,Write Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsm2e3c.tmp\nsdialogs.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\nsm2e3c.tmp\system.dll | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
