Trojan.ShadowBrokers
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| Popularity Rank: | 7,323 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 355,009 |
| First Seen: | May 1, 2017 |
| Last Seen: | October 18, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.ShadowBrokers on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. Trojans are a type of malware that can cause significant harm to your computer and compromise your personal data. In this report, we will provide you with information on what Trojan.ShadowBrokers is, how it operates, its symptoms, and most importantly, how to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.ShadowBrokers?
Trojan.ShadowBrokers is a type of Trojan malware that can infect your computer without your knowledge or consent. The name "Trojan" refers to the fact that this type of malware disguises itself as legitimate software, allowing it to bypass your system's security defenses. Once inside, it can cause a range of problems, from stealing your personal data to disrupting your system's operation.
How Trojan.ShadowBrokers Operates
Like other Trojans, Trojan.ShadowBrokers operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or deceiving you into installing it. It may arrive as an attachment in a spam email, a download from an untrusted website, or even through a infected software package. Once installed, it can connect to a remote server to receive instructions, download additional malware, or transmit your personal data back to its creators.
Symptoms of Infection
If your system is infected with Trojan.ShadowBrokers, you may notice a range of symptoms. These can include slow system performance, frequent crashes, and unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop. You may also notice that your web browser is being redirected to unwanted websites, or that your personal data is being stolen. In some cases, the infection may not produce any noticeable symptoms at all, making it difficult to detect without the use of specialized security software.
- Unexplained changes to your system settings or configuration
- Appearance of unfamiliar programs or icons on your desktop
- Frequent system crashes or errors
- Slow system performance or responsiveness
- Redirected web browser or unfamiliar search results
How to Remove Trojan.ShadowBrokers
- Restart 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 all instances of the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time of the infection.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all remnants of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.ShadowBrokers from your system requires a combination of technical expertise and the right tools. By following the steps outlined in this report, you should be able to remove the malware and restore your system to a safe and secure state. Remember to always be cautious when downloading software or clicking on links from unknown sources, and to keep your security software up to date to prevent future infections.
SpyHunter Detects & Remove Trojan.ShadowBrokers
File System Details
| # | File Name | MD5 |
Detections
Detections: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on
infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
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| 1. | Eternalblue-2.2.0.exe | 8c80dd97c37525927c1e549cb59bcbf3 | 50,026 |
| 2. | Doublepulsar-1.3.1.exe | c24315b0585b852110977dacafe6c8c1 | 21,479 |
| 3. | libxml2.dll | 9a5cec05e9c158cbc51cdc972693363d | 21,478 |
| 4. | posh-0.dll | 2f0a52ce4f445c6e656ecebbcaceade5 | 21,425 |
| 5. | exma-1.dll | ba629216db6cf7c0c720054b0c9a13f3 | 21,224 |
| 6. | ucl.dll | 6b7276e4aa7a1e50735d2f6923b40de4 | 21,152 |
| 7. | tibe-2.dll | f0881d5a7f75389deba3eff3f4df09ac | 21,073 |
| 8. | tucl-1.dll | 83076104ae977d850d1e015704e5730a | 21,058 |
| 9. | zlib1.dll | e4ad4df4e41240587b4fe8bbcb32db15 | 17,370 |
| 10. | libeay32.dll | f01f09fe90d0f810c44dce4e94785227 | 17,282 |
| 11. | ssleay32.dll | 5e8ecdc3e70e2ecb0893cbda2c18906f | 16,651 |
| 12. | cnli-1.dll | a539d27f33ef16e52430d3d2e92e9d5c | 16,631 |
| 13. | crli-0.dll | f82fa69bfe0522163eb0cf8365497da2 | 16,612 |
| 14. | dmgd-4.dll | a05c7011ab464e6c353a057973f5a06e | 15,910 |
| 15. | WINSec.exe | b60f2efacb26a2462b3d6e826f281ac4 | 27 |
| 16. | 1710vps.exe | 957b4fefdda7a1f41ad29413a67b76b1 | 0 |
Registry Details
Directories
Trojan.ShadowBrokers may create the following directory or directories:
| %HOMEDRIVE%\SMB445 |
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.ShadowBrokers |
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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:
50ed4bc5359b56245cda608506c455c1
SHA1:
8652992562152f5298993c856df7dcc77b7f512b
SHA256:
5644607EF306F313F7256BB325FFEE95DDA27E379F0895F69CE68F903F141ACD
File Size:
159.74 KB, 159744 bytes
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MD5:
88bb8e86877aae53547c229bf9ba6b93
SHA1:
74f256e1b0f5daf6a9cd06b64cb685cac6cfe8af
SHA256:
FA7774C0F5EBF0C63FB6B52256961039E24426888B18AA2FB2A2111547DBCBBF
File Size:
24.58 KB, 24576 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have security information
- File is .NET application
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI 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)
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 |
|---|---|
| Assembly Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| File Description | Eternalblue |
| File Version | 1.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | Eternalblue.exe |
| Legal Copyright | Copyright © 2021 |
| Original Filename | Eternalblue.exe |
| Product Name | Eternalblue |
| Product Version | 1.0.0.0 |
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: | 31 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 30 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1 |
| 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.DiscordRAT.AD
- MSIL.Metasploit.A
Registry Modifications
Registry Modifications
This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.| Key::Value | Data | API Name |
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| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\cmd.exe | ᕽ땷මǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\system32\conhost.exe | ᕽ땷මǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
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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| Process Terminate |
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Shell Command Execution
Shell Command Execution
This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.
"cmd.exe" /c ""c:\users\user\downloads\8652992562152f5298993c856df7dcc77b7f512b_0000159744" exploit all"
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WriteConsole: '"c:\users\user\
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WriteConsole: file.
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