Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS
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| Popularity Rank: | 25,861 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 7 |
| First Seen: | November 3, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | July 4, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This report aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the threat, its characteristics, and the steps you can take to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS?
Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS is a type of malware that falls under the category of Trojans. Trojans are malicious programs that disguise themselves as legitimate software, allowing them to bypass security measures and gain unauthorized access to a system. The name "Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS" suggests that it is a Trojan-type threat, but without more specific information, it's difficult to determine its exact nature or the family it belongs to.
How Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS Operates
Once a Trojan like Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS infects a system, it can operate in various ways, depending on its design and purpose. Typically, Trojans create a backdoor on the infected system, allowing remote access to the malware's creators or distributors. This access can be used to steal sensitive information, install additional malware, or use the system for malicious activities such as spamming or launching attacks on other systems. Trojans can also modify system settings, disable security software, or interfere with the system's operation to maintain their presence and achieve their objectives.
Symptoms of Infection
The symptoms of a Trojan infection can vary widely. Some common indicators include unusual system behavior, such as unexpected crashes, slow performance, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You might also notice changes in your system settings, new icons or programs you didn't install, or increased network activity without a clear cause. In some cases, the infection might not display any noticeable symptoms, making it difficult to detect without the use of security software.
How to Remove Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS
- Boot your system into Safe Mode with Networking. This will limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process while still allowing you to download and install necessary tools.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool such as SpyHunter. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions to improve the chances of detecting and removing the Trojan.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the infection was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
- 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.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that the Trojan and any associated malware have been successfully removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS requires careful and systematic steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated from your system. It's also crucial to take preventive measures to avoid future infections, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading files from the internet. By understanding the nature of Trojan threats and taking proactive steps, you can significantly reduce the risk of infection and protect your system and personal data from malicious activities.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.MSIL.Heracles.PS |
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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:
d06a5a81deb42487ccc45409728ecdae
SHA1:
eb48248508e93dfc18c473f8fca3f2860a3a81aa
SHA256:
6DE6CB8836089DAA7B39683DBB13633BF5D067194E05A6E8F12B0FACC0FFCF90
File Size:
2.71 MB, 2712576 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 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)
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- 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 |
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| Assembly Version | 0.0.0.0 |
| File Version | 0.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | tmp535F.tmp |
| Original Filename | tmp535F.tmp |
| Product Version | 0.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- .NET
- 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: | 1 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 0 |
| 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.Krypt.FAAJ
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 |
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| c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\tmpa870.tmp.exe | Generic Write,Read Attributes |
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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| Syscall Use |
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| User Data Access |
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| Anti Debug |
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