Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj]

Seeing the Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] detection name usually means that your system is in big danger. This computer virus can correctly be named as ransomware – sort of malware which encrypts your files and asks you to pay for their decryption. Removing it requires some specific steps that must be done as soon as possible.

Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] detection is a malware detection you can spectate in your system. It frequently appears after the provoking activities on your computer – opening the suspicious e-mail messages, clicking the advertisement in the Web or mounting the program from dubious sources. From the instance it shows up, you have a short time to take action until it begins its malicious activity. And be sure – it is much better not to wait for these harmful effects.

What is Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] virus?

Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] is ransomware-type malware. It searches for the documents on your disks, encrypts it, and then asks you to pay the ransom for getting the decryption key. Besides making your files locked, this malware additionally does a ton of harm to your system. It changes the networking setups in order to avoid you from looking for the removal manuals or downloading the antivirus. In rare cases, Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] can additionally stop the launching of anti-malware programs.

Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] Summary

Summarizingly, Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] ransomware actions in the infected PC are next:

  • Behavioural detection: Executable code extraction – unpacking;
  • SetUnhandledExceptionFilter detected (possible anti-debug);
  • Creates RWX memory;
  • Guard pages use detected – possible anti-debugging.;
  • Dynamic (imported) function loading detected;
  • Authenticode signature is invalid;
  • Installs itself for autorun at Windows startup;
  • Stores JavaScript or a script command in the registry, likely for fileless persistence;
  • Operates on local firewall’s policies and settings;
  • Attempts to disable or modify Explorer Folder Options;
  • Anomalous binary characteristics;
  • Attempts to modify Explorer settings to prevent file extensions from being displayed;
  • Attempts to modify Explorer settings to prevent hidden files from being displayed;
  • Encrypting the files located on the target’s drive — so the victim cannot use these files;
  • Blocking the launching of .exe files of anti-virus apps
  • Blocking the launching of installation files of anti-virus apps

Ransomware has actually been a major problem for the last 4 years. It is hard to picture a more hazardous malware for both individuals and organizations. The algorithms used in Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] (usually, RHA-1028 or AES-256) are not hackable – with minor exclusions. To hack it with a brute force, you need to have a lot more time than our galaxy already exists, and possibly will exist. But that malware does not do all these bad things immediately – it may require up to a few hours to cipher all of your files. Hence, seeing the Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] detection is a clear signal that you must begin the elimination procedure.

Where did I get the Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj]?

Common tactics of Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] distribution are common for all other ransomware examples. Those are one-day landing web pages where victims are offered to download the free software, so-called bait emails and hacktools. Bait e-mails are a relatively modern strategy in malware spreading – you receive the e-mail that mimics some routine notifications about shippings or bank service conditions changes. Inside of the e-mail, there is an infected MS Office file, or a 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 fairly uncomplicated, however, still requires a lot of recognition. Malware can hide in different places, and it is much better to stop it even before it invades your system than to depend on an anti-malware program. Basic cybersecurity knowledge is just an essential thing in the modern-day world, even if your interaction with a PC remains on YouTube videos. That may keep you a lot of time and money which you would spend while seeking a fixing guide.

Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] malware technical details

File Info:

name: 3B7956FEAB9DE66963D7.mlwpath: /opt/CAPEv2/storage/binaries/f740b304ceb2790cbfaafa0bfbfe37805257d3f8bef2bfbf3631c303f22d5fb1crc32: CF124DF3md5: 3b7956feab9de66963d762a619e1537esha1: 4a09085be526dd7a4b5b147b5976be603b6f1e71sha256: f740b304ceb2790cbfaafa0bfbfe37805257d3f8bef2bfbf3631c303f22d5fb1sha512: 8196e59c706a904012cc60d29e13cb66e1ba132fd99954b30d7720c20d6793d1ce95c829ee21846d9f61cd092f293e567d0a4540d7a91222b1c97b786debf2a5ssdeep: 1536:59/X6C7kehYd7TRZym2aVmXdMNUWMkT9Sr/bV5C7:3yC7kR7T1hilJ5C7type: PE32 executable (GUI) Intel 80386, for MS Windowstlsh: T1F5B3F723F7956058F2638AB03D349199783ABD350950A84FB349BB5E2631AD7F4B132Fsha3_384: 9c9874cb3e74b99f718c5d768bb5b60099d1b0ebabe4704bfd0e00c549b612a52c7fcb17e18f7fa02bef6fd177da2221ep_bytes: 68b0624000e8f0ffffff000000000000timestamp: 2014-09-14 14:16:15

Version Info:

Translation: 0x0409 0x04b0CompanyName: 17.03 MBProductName: Micr0soft Cr4zy Sc1iptingFileVersion: 17.03.0004ProductVersion: 17.03.0004InternalName: aOriginalFilename: a.exe

Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj] also known as:

MicroWorld-eScan Gen:Variant.Johnnie.127900
ALYac Gen:Variant.Johnnie.127900
Cylance Unsafe
Sangfor [MICROSOFT VISUAL BASIC V6.0]
K7AntiVirus Riskware ( 00584baa1 )
K7GW Riskware ( 00584baa1 )
Cybereason malicious.eab9de
Arcabit Trojan.Johnnie.D1F39C
Elastic malicious (high confidence)
APEX Malicious
Kaspersky Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Blocker.frsf
BitDefender Gen:Variant.Johnnie.127900
NANO-Antivirus Trojan.Win32.TCNW6963.eckfsh
Avast Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj]
Ad-Aware Gen:Variant.Johnnie.127900
Emsisoft Gen:Variant.Johnnie.127900 (B)
F-Secure Trojan.TR/Spy.Gen
DrWeb BACKDOOR.Trojan
Trapmine malicious.moderate.ml.score
FireEye Generic.mg.3b7956feab9de669
SentinelOne Static AI – Suspicious PE
Jiangmin Trojan.Blocker.cgc
Avira TR/Spy.Gen
Microsoft Program:Win32/Wacapew.C!ml
ZoneAlarm Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Blocker.frsf
GData Gen:Variant.Johnnie.127900
MAX malware (ai score=83)
Rising Malware.FakeXLS/ICON!1.9C3D (CLASSIC)
Yandex TrojanSpy.Agent!lZVSl7Gu3Js
MaxSecure Trojan.Malware.300983.susgen
BitDefenderTheta Gen:NN.ZevbaF.34712.gm0@auQvNdbi
AVG Win32:GenMalicious-YG [Trj]
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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