Trojan.Zegost.GD

The detection of Trojan.Zegost.GD on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. Trojan-type threats are known for their ability to disguise themselves as legitimate programs, making them difficult to detect. In this report, we will provide an overview of the threat, its operating methods, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.

What Is Trojan.Zegost.GD?

Trojan.Zegost.GD is a type of malware that can compromise the security of your system. The term "Trojan" refers to a broad category of malware that can sneak onto your system by disguising itself as a legitimate program or file. Once inside, it can cause a range of problems, from stealing sensitive information to disrupting system performance. It's essential to understand that the name Trojan.Zegost.GD itself does not necessarily indicate a specific malware family, but rather it is a detection name given by security software to identify the threat.

How Trojan.Zegost.GD Operates

Trojan-type threats like Trojan.Zegost.GD typically operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in system security or by tricking users into installing them. They can spread through various means, including infected downloads, suspicious email attachments, or compromised websites. Once installed, the malware can communicate with its command and control servers to receive instructions, which might include stealing data, installing additional malware, or using the infected system for malicious activities.

Symptoms of Infection

Identifying a Trojan.Zegost.GD infection can be challenging due to its stealthy nature. However, there are several symptoms that might indicate your system is infected. These include unexpected system crashes, slow performance, unfamiliar programs or icons, suspicious network activity, or pop-ups and ads that appear without being prompted. If you notice any of these symptoms, it's crucial to take immediate action to protect your system and data.

• Unexplained changes in system settings or performance.
• Appearance of unfamiliar or suspicious programs.
• Increased network activity without a clear cause.
• Frequent pop-ups or unexpected advertisements.

How to Remove Trojan.Zegost.GD

Removing Trojan.Zegost.GD requires a systematic approach to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access for updates and downloads.
2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all instances of the malware.
3. 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.
4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that the malware might have altered.
5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that all malware components have been removed and that your system is clean.

Conclusion

The removal of Trojan.Zegost.GD from your system is crucial to prevent further damage and protect your sensitive information. By following the steps outlined in this report and maintaining good security practices, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious with downloads and email attachments, you can significantly reduce the risk of future infections. Remember, vigilance and proactive security measures are key to safeguarding your digital environment.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	Trojan.Zegost.GD
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: 801f0e398bfdd06e4a56bc04ae546077 SHA1: 5b61ca70bfa65d1e55d1a014d975fe779fedc4f0 SHA256: C420CEF890FE2B2AE44B3C4D8FB7C1AB6BC01ED3B254B5D24D777754DAEEEE96 File Size: 1.73 MB, 1734305 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• 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 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

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• IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
• IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Icons

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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

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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
Comments	This setup code is the property of Indigo Rose Corporation
Company Name	Indigo Rose Corporation http://www.indigorose.com
File Description	Setup Factory 6.0 Setup Launcher
File Version	6.0.1.2
Internal Name	setup
Legal Copyright	Copyright © 2001 - 2002 Indigo Rose Corporation
Legal Trademarks	Setup Factory is a trademark of Indigo Rose Corporation.
Original Filename	setup.exe
Product Name	setup
Product Version	6.0.1.2

File Traits

• big overlay
• No Version Info
• packed
• x86

Block Information

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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:	86
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	0
Whitelisted Blocks:	86
Unknown Blocks:	0

Visual Map

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Files Modified

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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
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\irimg1.bmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\irimg2.bmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\irimg3.bmp	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\irsetup.dat	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\irsetup.exe	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\irsetup.ini	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\suf6lng.9	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data

Registry Modifications

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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
HKLM\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\notifications\data::418a073aa3bc1c75	dh 4 +� xy�5Bx#�� %:�%f�1HO6�^ 9�@V�K�iN�lR rnJu�~x�y�y�9y�^���P��ރ��� ��|��7 �b: �������6��T��T��a �T�����m�Ù��a� ��p�'��IV�gi �t����$ �>�[����`��> ��o��� G�A 5O � ��	RegNtPreCreateKey

Windows API Usage

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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
Anti Debug	IsDebuggerPresent
User Data Access	GetComputerName GetUserName GetUserObjectInformation
Process Manipulation Evasion	NtUnmapViewOfSection
Process Shell Execute	CreateProcess
Other Suspicious	SetWindowsHookEx
Network Winsock2	WSAStartup
Network Winsock	gethostbyname gethostname

Shell Command Execution

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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.

C:\Users\Ynjzjoxq\AppData\Local\Temp\irsetup.exe