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Is FreeRIP_setup.exe safe?

Verdict
Suspicious

Unsigned NSIS installer flagged by three tier-1 engines as PUA with LSASS access observed in sandbox.

Three tier-1 engines label the file as YTDDownloader PUA or Siggen32; sandbox shows LSASS access and direct-IP traffic. No malicious children or known-bad hosts detected, yet the file remains unsigned with offensive MITRE techniques.

Do not install it until verified

Treat as unwanted software; avoid installation and remove if present.

Read the full analysis
Saved file evidenceAntivirus consensus
6of 75 flagged
Flagged 6No detection 69
Digital specimenFreeRIP_setup.exe01198a647bdda0bc61…4e71264a7e985b
Size1.9 MB
Code signingUnsigned
SandboxRuntime complete
First seen7y ago
Evidence2 priority signals
6 of 75 antivirus engines flagged the file, including DeepInstinct and DrWeb.

Recommended next actions

01

Before installing

Do not install it until the source and publisher can be verified independently.

02

If you already installed it

Stop using it, scan the device, and watch for unexpected behavior or security alerts. Download a fresh installer from the developer's official site or an official app store.

Chapter 02

Intelligence

The saved assessment, checked against the scan evidence and recorded coverage.

MT AI Engine · Verdict analysis

The reasoning behind this verdict

This section explains the evidence supporting the verdict and keeps conflicting or missing signals visible.

65%Confidence
High
Analyst conclusion

Three tier-1 engines label the file as YTDDownloader PUA or Siggen32; sandbox shows LSASS access and direct-IP traffic. No malicious children or known-bad hosts detected, yet the file remains unsigned with offensive MITRE techniques.

Where this verdict could be wrong2 caveats
  • contactedHosts.inspected=4 covers only 4 of 15 distinct IPs; no complete host-reputation result available for remaining IPs
  • similarHashes matchKind=imphash(signerCoMatch=false) is framework collision, not strong similarity

These are the assessment's weak points. If you believe one applies to your file, report the verdict and we'll re-review it.

Recommended action

Treat as unwanted software; avoid installation and remove if present.

Scan transparency

Coverage & freshness

4 of 5 complete

Complete means the check returned a usable result. It does not mean the file is safe.

  • Antivirus

    Complete

    6 of 75 engines flagged the file.

  • Sandbox

    Complete

    1 isolated runtime environment contributed observations.

  • Network

    Partial

    4 of 23 contacted hosts were cross-checked; coverage is incomplete.

  • YARA

    Complete

    2 signature or behavior rules matched.

  • External intel

    Complete

    3 of 3 independent reference sources completed.

Chapter 03

Behavior

Plain-English impact first, then the observed runtime evidence.

Runtime flight recorder

Capture complete
  • 1isolated sandbox run
  • 29MITRE ATT&CK techniques
  • 15spawned processes
  • 36network contacts
  • 40filesystem & mutex artifacts

What this file does

Observed actions and their security significance

  • High concern: Used an input-capture technique that can record credentials or keystrokes.

  • High concern: Changed an auto-start location that can make code run after sign-in or restart.

  • High concern: Attempted to impair or bypass security controls.

  • Moderate concern: Contained obfuscated or packed code that makes inspection harder.

  • Moderate concern: Runs hidden system commands (script or shell).

  • Moderate concern: Removed execution artefacts or logs, which can conceal activity.

  • Moderate concern: Communicated over a common application protocol; malware can use this for command-and-control.

These are observed capabilities from an isolated analysis. A technique does not prove malicious intent on its own, and the file never ran on your device.

Recorded behavior

Attack story

Runtime observations grouped by analysis stage. Arrows organize the stages; they do not claim chronology or causality.

ObservedDerived

7 recorded facts from one runtime window. Every fact remains independently traceable in Analyst mode.

Chapter 04

Detection & Forensics

Consensus, attribution, signatures, code structure, prevalence, and identity.

Chapter 05

Safety & FAQ

Complete recovery guidance and answers for the next decision.

What to do now

We couldn't fully clear this file. Treat it with caution.

  1. Recovery step 01

    Don't install it unless you're certain it came from a source you trust.

  2. Recovery step 02

    Check where you got it — an unexpected attachment or a random download link is a red flag.

  3. Recovery step 03

    If its origin cannot be confirmed, delete this file and use a fresh copy from a trusted source. Download a fresh installer from the developer's official site or an official app store.

  4. Recovery step 04

    If you're still unsure, scan it again in a day or two — detections often catch up on newer files.

Safety FAQ

Direct answers grounded in the saved verdict and evidence in this report.

8 evidence-based answers
Is FreeRIP_setup.exe safe, or is it malware?
Evidence-based answer
FreeRIP_setup.exe is suspicious — treat it as unsafe until you're sure. 6 of 75 antivirus engines flag it (family: ytddownloader); that detection signal contributes to the cautious verdict. Don't install it unless you fully trust where it came from. Download a fresh installer from the developer's official site or an official app store.
What is FreeRIP_setup.exe?
Evidence-based answer
FreeRIP_setup.exe is a software installer, about 1.9 MB. We identify a file by its cryptographic hash rather than its name, because the same filename can be reused by completely different files — the hash below is the reliable fingerprint.
How many antivirus engines detected FreeRIP_setup.exe?
Evidence-based answer
6 of 75 antivirus engines flagged FreeRIP_setup.exe, 6 of them as outright malicious. The raw count alone does not establish safety or danger; we also weigh which engines flagged it and corroborating behavior, identity, reputation, and rule evidence.
I already downloaded and installed FreeRIP_setup.exe — what should I do?
Evidence-based answer
Act quickly. 1) Disconnect the device from the internet to stop the malware communicating or spreading. 2) Run a full scan with reputable anti-malware software (such as Malwarebytes) and quarantine everything it finds. 3) Change your important passwords from a DIFFERENT, clean device — many threats log keystrokes or steal saved credentials. 4) If you bank or shop on this device, watch closely for fraud and alert your bank. 5) For a confirmed infection, the most reliable fix is to back up your personal files and reinstall the operating system for a clean start.
How do I remove FreeRIP_setup.exe?
Evidence-based answer
To remove FreeRIP_setup.exe: 1) restart into Safe Mode (Safe Mode with Networking if you need to download a tool) so the malware doesn't auto-start. 2) Run a full scan with reputable anti-malware software and let it quarantine or delete the detections. 3) Delete this file from the device, then empty the Recycle Bin or Trash. 4) Check your browser extensions, startup items, and scheduled tasks for anything unfamiliar. 5) Reboot and scan again to confirm it's gone. If detections keep coming back, a clean operating-system reinstall is the most dependable cure.
What kind of malware is FreeRIP_setup.exe?
Evidence-based answer
FreeRIP_setup.exe is classified as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUA) — not always destructive, but it bundles ads, trackers, or unwanted changes you didn't ask for. Engines attribute it to the ytddownloader family. Knowing the family matters because it tells you the likely impact — data theft, remote control, file encryption, or unwanted ads — and guides the cleanup.
What is the SHA-256 hash of FreeRIP_setup.exe?
Evidence-based answer
The SHA-256 hash of FreeRIP_setup.exe is 01198a647bdda0bc613091ebbfe7a86370c14eee3840d0bf9a4e71264a7e985b, and its MD5 is 88e11c9a6f1fbc11887e6bdd2146cddf. This hash is the file's unique fingerprint — two files with the same SHA-256 are identical. Use it to confirm you're looking at exactly this file (not just one with the same name) when comparing against antivirus databases or a download's published checksum.
How up to date is this analysis of FreeRIP_setup.exe?
Evidence-based answer
This report reflects the scan run on August 27, 2026. Because a file's hash never changes, the identity of FreeRIP_setup.exe is fixed — but antivirus coverage improves over time, so a file that looks clean today can pick up detections later (and vice-versa). If you need the latest picture, MalwareTips staff can re-run the analysis from scratch.
Chapter 06

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