Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 20,548 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 9 |
| First Seen: | February 8, 2026 |
| Last Seen: | July 14, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA indicates that a potentially malicious program has been identified on your system. This name suggests a type of Trojan horse malware, which is designed to deceive users about its true intentions. Trojans can be used for a variety of malicious purposes, including stealing sensitive information, installing additional malware, or providing unauthorized access to the infected system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA?
Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA is a type of malware that falls under the broader category of Trojan horses. The ".MSIL" part of the name may indicate that it is written in Microsoft Intermediate Language, which is a platform-agnostic, object-oriented programming language used by the .NET Framework. The term "Stealer" in the name suggests that this malware may be designed to steal sensitive information from the infected system. However, without more specific information, it's difficult to determine the exact nature and capabilities of this particular threat.
How Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA Operates
Malware like Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA typically operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing it. Once installed, it can run in the background, hidden from the user, and perform its intended malicious functions. This could include monitoring and logging keystrokes, stealing login credentials, or capturing sensitive data such as credit card numbers or personal identifiable information. The malware may also communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates or send stolen data back to the attackers.
Symptoms of Infection
Systems infected with Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA may exhibit a range of symptoms, although some malware is designed to operate stealthily and may not display obvious signs of infection. Common symptoms can include slow system performance, frequent crashes, or unusual network activity. Users may also notice unfamiliar programs or toolbars in their browsers, changes to their homepage or search engine, or an increase in pop-up advertisements. In some cases, the malware may cause no noticeable symptoms at all, making it difficult for users to detect without the aid of security software.
- Unexplained changes to system settings or browser configurations
- Appearance of unfamiliar or suspicious programs
- Increased network activity or data usage
- System crashes or instability
How to Remove Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA
- Boot your system into Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access for updates and scans.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This can help identify and remove the malware as well as any other threats that may be present.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time of the infection. Be cautious and only remove programs that you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or changes made by the malware.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all threats have been removed.
Conclusion
The removal of Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA requires careful attention to detail and the use of reputable security tools. It's essential to take proactive steps to protect your system from future infections, including keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong, unique passwords, and being cautious when opening email attachments or downloading software from the internet. By understanding the nature of Trojan horses and taking the necessary precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of your system becoming infected with malware like Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.MSIL.Stealer.LKA |
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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:
7a0eb2cba3ece62f75dee1d7ac0b82ce
SHA1:
ccd049bb27fd8daa54d58adfadcb57ccaa9d3c4d
SHA256:
0C80E1D6DD4CD1A8DED503A94132DAD5904ECC554204340993BC4A7C0C56F191
File Size:
547.84 KB, 547840 bytes
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MD5:
d7fd31d9a0003dc332da66dcf498a939
SHA1:
e701305b51e52dd5d567a27e9da91bfdbda3668c
SHA256:
6D35AE99D035E1A5E5049ABD76BFA346149FEC471C6119D2B3CF699729A0A371
File Size:
551.94 KB, 551936 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 | 1.0.0.0 |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
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| Product Version | 1.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- .NET
- GenKrypt
- HighEntropy
- Reactor
- RijndaelManaged
- 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: | 534 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 90 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 169 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 275 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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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| Encryption Used |
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| Other Suspicious |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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| Network Winsock |
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