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File verdict·Evidence-based file assessment

Our call: Is cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe safe?Malicious

Do not install this file
18Safety ratingHigh risk
OfferCoreSignature valid · SOFTONIC INTERNATIONAL SA
Evidence snapshot
  • 12 of 75 antivirus engines flagged the file, including AhnLab-V3 and CrowdStrike.Observed · Antivirus analysis
  • The file has a valid code signature from SOFTONIC INTERNATIONAL SA.Observed · Code-signing metadata
  • The hash has been submitted 1 time from 1 source.Derived · Saved report facts
cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe
2.0 MB
77be81cb3805c7f4f7…7e753880e4
Antivirus
12 of 75 flagged
Sandbox
Partial runtime
Code signing
Signed by SOFTONIC INTERNATIONAL SA
First seen
First-seen today

Recommended next actions

01

Before installing

Do not install it. Delete this file from the device, then empty the Recycle Bin or Trash.

02

If you already installed it

Disconnect from the internet, start a full or offline antivirus scan, then secure important accounts from a clean device.

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

    12 of 75 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 02

Intelligence

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

No saved analyst narrative

This report keeps the verified scan facts available below without inventing an analysis that was not saved with the scan.

Chapter 03

Behavior

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

Threat context

How bundlers & adware work

This is a bundler — a real-looking installer that hides extra software inside. When you run it, it quietly installs things you never asked for: ad injectors, browser toolbars, fake 'PC cleaner' apps, or even more bundlers. The people behind it get paid for every unwanted app they sneak on.

Bottom line:It's not usually built to destroy files, but it slows your PC, floods it with ads, and can be a real pain to fully remove.

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

This file is dangerous. Treat it as harmful and remove it.

  1. Don't install this file. Delete this file from the device, then empty the Recycle Bin or Trash.

  2. If you already installed it, disconnect from the internet and start with a full antivirus scan or Microsoft Defender Offline scan. If compromise is suspected or the problem persists, use a reputable second-opinion scanner and follow incident-recovery or clean-reinstall guidance.

  3. If you typed any passwords while it was open, change them from a device you trust.

  4. Download a fresh installer from the developer's official site or an official app store.

Frequently asked

Safety FAQ

Is cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe a virus?
Yes — cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe is malicious. Do not install it. Delete this file from the device, then empty the Recycle Bin or Trash. 12 of 75 antivirus engines flag it (family: OfferCore). It behaves as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUA) — not always destructive, but it bundles ads, trackers, or unwanted changes you didn't ask for. If you've already installed it, see the removal and recovery steps below.
What is cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe?
cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe is a software installer (application/x-msdownload), about 2 MB. Our analysis identifies it as malicious (family: OfferCore) — adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUA) — not always destructive, but it bundles ads, trackers, or unwanted changes you didn't ask for. Because a file's name and icon can be faked, the safest way to identify it is by its cryptographic hash (below), not its filename.
How many antivirus engines detected cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe?
12 of 75 antivirus engines flagged cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe, 12 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. The malicious verdict comes from the complete saved evidence, not from this antivirus count by itself.
What should I do if I already installed cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe?
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 cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe?
To remove cubase-14.0.40-installer.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 cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe?
cubase-14.0.40-installer.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 OfferCore 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.
Is cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe digitally signed?
Yes — cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe carries a valid digital signature from SOFTONIC INTERNATIONAL SA, which confirms the file hasn't been tampered with since that publisher signed it. A valid signature is a positive signal, but note that malware is occasionally signed with stolen or abused certificates, so it isn't proof of safety on its own.
What is the SHA-256 hash of cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe?
The SHA-256 hash of cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe is 77be81cb3805c7f4f777b030160f40c7dda226f7728ed2c0ab3ec97e753880e4, and its MD5 is 21ec8bcceda551a87bb21e1055ebc651. 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 cubase-14.0.40-installer.exe?
This report reflects the scan run on June 15, 2026. Because a file's hash never changes, the identity of cubase-14.0.40-installer.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.
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