Win32/DelShad.B

Seeing the Win32/DelShad.B detection name means that your PC is in big danger. This virus can correctly be named as ransomware – virus which encrypts your files and forces you to pay for their decryption. Stopping it requires some unusual steps that must be done as soon as possible.

Win32/DelShad.B detection is a malware detection you can spectate in your computer. It generally appears after the provoking procedures on your PC – opening the untrustworthy e-mail messages, clicking the advertisement in the Internet or mounting the program from untrustworthy resources. From the instance it shows up, you have a short time to act until it starts its harmful activity. And be sure – it is much better not to await these harmful things.

What is Win32/DelShad.B virus?

Win32/DelShad.B is ransomware-type malware. It searches for the documents on your disk drive, encrypts it, and after that asks you to pay the ransom for getting the decryption key. Besides making your documents inaccessible, this virus also does a ton of harm to your system. It alters the networking setups in order to prevent you from looking for the removal tutorials or downloading the anti-malware program. In some cases, Win32/DelShad.B can even stop the launching of anti-malware programs.

Win32/DelShad.B Summary

Summarizingly, Win32/DelShad.B ransomware actions in the infected computer are next:

  • Executed a command line with /C or /R argument to terminate command shell on completion which can be used to hide execution;
  • Sample contains Overlay data;
  • Reads data out of its own binary image;
  • Unconventionial language used in binary resources: Russian;
  • Authenticode signature is invalid;
  • A ping command was executed with the -n argument possibly to delay analysis;
  • Uses Windows utilities for basic functionality;
  • Uses Windows utilities to create a scheduled task;
  • Attempts to interact with an Alternate Data Stream (ADS);
  • Modifies Image File Execution Options, indicative of process injection or persistence;
  • Creates known PcClient mutex and/or file changes.;
  • Anomalous binary characteristics;
  • Uses suspicious command line tools or Windows utilities;
  • Encrypting the files kept on the victim’s disk — so the victim cannot open these documents;
  • Blocking the launching of .exe files of security tools
  • Blocking the launching of installation files of anti-virus apps

Ransomware has actually been a headache for the last 4 years. It is challenging to realize a more damaging malware for both individual users and companies. The algorithms utilized in Win32/DelShad.B (usually, RHA-1028 or AES-256) are not hackable – with minor exclusions. To hack it with a brute force, you need a lot more time than our galaxy already exists, and possibly will exist. But that malware does not do all these bad things instantly – it can require up to a few hours to cipher all of your documents. Thus, seeing the Win32/DelShad.B detection is a clear signal that you need to begin the clearing procedure.

Where did I get the Win32/DelShad.B?

Typical ways of Win32/DelShad.B spreading are basic for all other ransomware examples. Those are one-day landing web pages where users are offered to download and install the free software, so-called bait emails and hacktools. Bait emails are a relatively new method in malware distribution – you get the e-mail that simulates some regular notifications about shipments or bank service conditions changes. Inside of the email, there is a malicious MS Office file, or a web link which opens the exploit landing page.

Malicious email spam

Malicious email message. This one tricks you to open the phishing website.

Avoiding it looks quite uncomplicated, however, still requires tons of recognition. Malware can hide in various spots, and it is much better to prevent it even before it invades your computer than to trust in an anti-malware program. Common cybersecurity awareness is just an essential thing in the modern world, even if your relationship with a PC remains on YouTube videos. That can save you a lot of money and time which you would certainly spend while seeking a fixing guide.

Win32/DelShad.B malware technical details

File Info:

name: A24635BF5F786591B541.mlwpath: /opt/CAPEv2/storage/binaries/870d99f50bd6cb6f5f02bbde1545196b699230e7093a4efcd9020f477a1c6dcdcrc32: 9F8FDF35md5: a24635bf5f786591b5410e7250117d2esha1: e398c44110bdf3ec5ff2af1de30b2ca2224140b4sha256: 870d99f50bd6cb6f5f02bbde1545196b699230e7093a4efcd9020f477a1c6dcdsha512: 8e7d2b5578bffef81dd4e1cbd2bd9bbead223dd7f1bb468313d21659e2d28ee7f4bff837aec80a9d99c4c56564cfa62ea651684d09fdc172e534e02036abe761ssdeep: 49152:Al4IZR+LVdC4Pt3yBM6ly01WcJMoSwfnurCRFOVcovutSYMk5bMyA:hIZRkVdj6n+IGrCRFO7vutSYZuyAtype: PE32+ executable (GUI) x86-64, for MS Windowstlsh: T187E5233EB66C48B4CA2AC079CF95AA4AD7B2F504439083DB5154CBB34E27FA4AC2D355sha3_384: 78abf42ab866f81e3e3bb466da712dbcd2abf8b6834c1af9e891d0ac2b81c0352fe3050f50eb3e46e2b895f6a1e8ee42ep_bytes: 4883ec28e8f30100004883c428e9eafctimestamp: 2012-12-31 00:39:34

Version Info:

CompanyName: Oleg N. ScherbakovFileDescription: 7z Setup SFX (x64)FileVersion: 1.6.0.2712InternalName: 7ZSfxModLegalCopyright: Copyright © 2005-2012 Oleg N. ScherbakovOriginalFilename: 7ZSfxMod_x64.exePrivateBuild: December 30, 2012ProductName: 7-Zip SFXProductVersion: 1.6.0.2712Translation: 0x0000 0x04b0

Win32/DelShad.B also known as:

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Sangfor Ransom.Win32.DelShad.mt
Alibaba Trojan:Win32/DelShad.0cc3c8fc
Symantec ML.Attribute.HighConfidence
ESET-NOD32 Win32/DelShad.B
Kaspersky Trojan.Win32.DelShad.gdn
BitDefender Trojan.GenericKD.46108406
Avast Win64:Trojan-gen
Emsisoft Trojan.GenericKD.46108406 (B)
McAfee-GW-Edition BehavesLike.Win64.Generic.wc
Sophos Mal/Generic-S
GData Trojan.GenericKD.46108406
Jiangmin RiskTool.Agent.aze
MAX malware (ai score=80)
Xcitium Malware@#20no0ivxp1nuj
Arcabit Trojan.Generic.D2BF8EF6
ZoneAlarm Trojan.Win32.DelShad.gdn
Microsoft Ransom:Win32/DelShad
Google Detected
McAfee Artemis!A24635BF5F78
VBA32 Trojan.DelShad
Cylance unsafe
Tencent Win32.Trojan.Delshad.Lajl
Yandex Trojan.DelShad!ETvC3U6Ffic
Ikarus Trojan.Win32.Delshad
MaxSecure Trojan.Malware.74134469.susgen
Fortinet BAT/DelShad.B!tr.ransom
DeepInstinct MALICIOUS
CrowdStrike win/malicious_confidence_60% (D)

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About the author

Robert Bailey

Security engineer focused on malware behavior, removal workflows, and Windows hardening. Robert reviews threat articles for practical accuracy, checking detection names, symptoms, and cleanup steps before publication.

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