Trojan.Penguish.R
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| Popularity Rank: | 14,995 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 13 |
| First Seen: | March 3, 2025 |
| Last Seen: | June 16, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Penguish.R on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This Trojan-type threat can compromise the integrity of your computer, leading to unauthorized access, data theft, and other malicious activities. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Penguish.R?
Trojan.Penguish.R is a type of malware that can infiltrate your system without your knowledge or consent. The name "Trojan" refers to the method of infection, where the malware disguises itself as a legitimate program or file, allowing it to bypass security measures. The ".Penguish.R" part of the name is a unique identifier assigned by the detection system, which helps to distinguish it from other malware threats.
How Trojan.Penguish.R Operates
Trojan.Penguish.R, like other Trojans, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or tricking you into installing it. Once inside, it can create a backdoor for remote access, allowing attackers to control your computer, steal sensitive information, or use your system for malicious activities such as spreading spam or malware. The exact mechanisms of Trojan.Penguish.R's operation are not specified, but it is known to be a potentially damaging threat that requires removal.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying a Trojan.Penguish.R infection can be challenging, as it may not exhibit obvious symptoms. However, you may notice unusual system behavior, such as slow performance, frequent crashes, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You might also experience unexpected changes to your system settings, suspicious network activity, or pop-ups and ads that you cannot explain. If you suspect that your system is infected, it is crucial to take immediate action to remove the threat.
How to Remove Trojan.Penguish.R
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for a more straightforward removal process.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. This will help identify and remove all components of the Trojan.Penguish.R infection.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time of the suspected infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that the Trojan may have altered.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the infection has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Penguish.R from your system is crucial to preventing further damage and protecting your personal data. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious when downloading files or clicking on links, you can significantly reduce the risk of future infections. Remember, vigilance and prompt action are key to safeguarding your digital security.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Penguish.R |
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| Signature status: | Hash Mismatch |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
dcfd4707b430660a7100c27c38167b9f
SHA1:
2ff29e0cb1c7abe5ca3d6ae6c74ca54bee5381af
SHA256:
FB7CB14E4066C2B1C3BEFBB67AFFB9D2A0E36DCFAD883B989DBA47600AD36A44
File Size:
8.81 MB, 8809194 bytes
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MD5:
105d7c2b477db05a7ac0780a25e261a5
SHA1:
6861279fb6f246b6b5c7ef3b925061e39408671f
SHA256:
22DC96406554953E57D48047E9AF2655BE244A99AC336397E7250E816EE08AA5
File Size:
9.76 MB, 9756948 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File has exports table
- 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)
- 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.
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 |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Adobe Systems, Inc. |
| Debugger | 0 |
| File Description | Adobe Flash Player 11.3 r300 |
| File Version | 11,3,300,273 |
| Internal Name | Adobe Flash Player 11.3 |
| Legal Copyright | Adobe® Flash® Player. Copyright © 1996 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Adobe and Flash are either trademarks or registered trademarks in the United States and/or other countries. |
| Legal Trademarks | Adobe Flash Player |
| Original Filename | SAFlashPlayer.exe |
| Product Name | Shockwave Flash |
| Product Version | 11,3,300,273 |
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 |
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| Adobe Systems Incorporated | VeriSign Class 3 Code Signing 2010 CA | Hash Mismatch |
File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- big overlay
- HighEntropy
- 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: | 22,997 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 2,810 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 20,187 |
| 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.- Patched.F
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\roaming\macromedia\flash player\macromedia.com\support\flashplayer\sys\settings.sol | Synchronize,Write Data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\macromedia\flash player\macromedia.com\support\flashplayer\sys\settings.sxx | 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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| Encryption Used |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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