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Is SPUC.pdf safe?

Verdict
Suspicious

Three high-trust detections identify phishing traits in this newly observed PDF, but absent runtime evidence and weak family consensus prevent a definitive malware attribution.

Five of 74 engines flagged the PDF, with three independent high-trust detections and repeated phishing-oriented labels. Because the file is newly observed and lacks runtime results, host-reputation coverage, or strong family consensus, it should not be opened or trusted without source verification.

Do not open it until verified

Quarantine the PDF and verify its origin through a separate trusted channel before opening it. Keep security protections enabled and avoid entering credentials into forms presented by the document.

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Saved file evidenceAntivirus consensus
5of 74 flagged
Flagged 5No detection 69
Digital specimenSPUC.pdf1881e1be19fc60a710…5a0ebca82b6419
Size32.0 KB
Code signingNot applicable
SandboxPartial coverage
First seenToday
Evidence2 priority signals
5 of 74 antivirus engines flagged the file, including Avast and AVG.

Recommended next actions

01

Before opening

Do not open it until the source can be verified independently.

02

If you already opened it

Stop using it, scan the device, and watch for unexpected behavior or security alerts. Get a fresh copy from the original trusted source and verify its exact hash when possible.

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.

76%Confidence
High
Analyst conclusion

Five of 74 engines flagged the PDF, with three independent high-trust detections and repeated phishing-oriented labels. Because the file is newly observed and lacks runtime results, host-reputation coverage, or strong family consensus, it should not be opened or trusted without source verification.

Where this verdict could be wrong3 caveats
  • 13 tier-1 engines reported no detection, including BitDefender, ESET-NOD32, Kaspersky, Microsoft, and Fortinet.
  • externalIntel.yaraify.ruleCount=0, externalIntel.circl.hit=false, and externalIntel.malwareBazaar.hit=false provide no independent malicious corroboration.
  • engines.tier1FamilyConsensus.strong=false, so no malware family has strong independent tier-1 agreement.

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

Quarantine the PDF and verify its origin through a separate trusted channel before opening it. Keep security protections enabled and avoid entering credentials into forms presented by the document.

Scan transparency

Coverage & freshness

3 of 5 complete

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

  • Antivirus

    Complete

    5 of 74 engines flagged the file.

  • Sandbox

    Partial

    Runtime data is present, but no completed sandbox environment is recorded.

  • Network

    Not run

    No contacted-host reputation check is recorded.

    No timestamp recorded

  • YARA

    Complete

    Rule evaluation completed with no recorded matches.

  • External intel

    Complete

    3 of 3 independent reference sources completed.

Chapter 03

Behavior

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

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 open 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. Get a fresh copy from the original trusted source and verify its exact hash when possible.

  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.

7 evidence-based answers
Is SPUC.pdf safe, or is it malware?
Evidence-based answer
SPUC.pdf is suspicious — treat it as unsafe until you're sure. 5 of 74 antivirus engines flag it; that detection signal contributes to the cautious verdict. Don't open it unless you fully trust where it came from. Get a fresh copy from the original trusted source and verify its exact hash when possible.
What is SPUC.pdf?
Evidence-based answer
SPUC.pdf is a document file (application/pdf), about 32 KB. 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 SPUC.pdf?
Evidence-based answer
5 of 74 antivirus engines flagged SPUC.pdf, 5 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 opened SPUC.pdf — 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 SPUC.pdf?
Evidence-based answer
To remove SPUC.pdf: 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 is the SHA-256 hash of SPUC.pdf?
Evidence-based answer
The SHA-256 hash of SPUC.pdf is 1881e1be19fc60a710e3b00abae105a45ad68bb4e048e38c345a0ebca82b6419, and its MD5 is 16cce0ba92a8df05cfb8336531ca1345. 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 SPUC.pdf?
Evidence-based answer
This report reflects the scan run on September 16, 2026. Because a file's hash never changes, the identity of SPUC.pdf 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.
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