Trojan.Porndialer
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 10,345 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 238 |
| First Seen: | July 23, 2012 |
| Last Seen: | October 1, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Porndialer on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to compromise your computer's security and potentially steal sensitive information or disrupt your online activities. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take prompt action to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Porndialer?
Trojan.Porndialer is a type of Trojan horse malware that can infect your computer through various means, such as downloading malicious software or visiting compromised websites. Once installed, it can hide in the background and perform malicious activities without your knowledge or consent. The name "Trojan.Porndialer" suggests that it may be related to dialer malware, which can dial premium-rate phone numbers or connect to expensive services without your permission.
How Trojan.Porndialer Operates
Trojan.Porndialer can operate in various ways, depending on its design and purpose. It may connect to remote servers to receive instructions or download additional malware, allowing it to evolve and adapt to different environments. This type of malware can also exploit vulnerabilities in your system or applications to gain elevated privileges and access sensitive areas. Furthermore, it may use social engineering tactics to trick you into revealing personal information or installing additional malware.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with Trojan.Porndialer, you may notice various symptoms, such as slow system performance, unexpected pop-ups or advertisements, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You may also experience unusual network activity, such as unexpected connections to unknown servers or unusual data transfers. In some cases, you may not notice any symptoms at all, as the malware can operate stealthily in the background.
How to Remove Trojan.Porndialer
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow you to download and install removal tools.
- Download and install a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, and perform a full scan of your system to detect and remove the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed without your consent.
- Reset your web browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Porndialer from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware's behavior. By following the steps outlined above, you can help ensure that your system is clean and secure. However, it is essential to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to prevent future infections, such as keeping your operating system and applications up to date, using strong antivirus software, and avoiding suspicious downloads or websites. Remember that malware threats are constantly evolving, and staying informed is key to protecting your digital security.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Porndialer |
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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:
a7b31604df6547c8ca36122b6e3adac6
SHA1:
608ad2d605fbf9efc425cf6482c7471676e3a0d8
SHA256:
64CAE24E5721C76E2CF023C5F628C99CE87B49672AD8C8CEA800F1C83E87FF9E
File Size:
3.00 MB, 2995415 bytes
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MD5:
bb4e76daf745dd6f2a50107034edb86a
SHA1:
ae51baf6318febcc41b5ea30e666a1dc8bcf1be6
SHA256:
42F65AC173276533834AF92EFEF7EA01D6AA1FD954B30A3EEE5DB406646BCF92
File Size:
123.52 KB, 123515 bytes
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MD5:
32c6893a912e5e4a7b01462d0f345531
SHA1:
f2846261d12c018791dd8c10989f9cf70d4a51e7
SHA256:
5413EBC81BF744DE5D1684CF937FAA545766696F6AB7ADBD24FF9FAB270959CF
File Size:
331.31 KB, 331315 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 doesn't have security information
- File has been packed
- 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)
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- 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 |
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| Legal Copyright |
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| Private Build | yes |
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File Traits
- vb6
- 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: | 801 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 1 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 703 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 97 |
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.- Emotet.Z
- Watcher.A
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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| \device\namedpipe\gmdasllogger | 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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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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