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📛 Threat Title

Unknown: msedge.exe

Category: Unknown Published: Source updated: First seen: Last updated: Source: Abuse.ch

Description

File type: exe. Size: 1608704 bytes. Tags: exe, upx-dec. Reporter: abuse_ch. First seen: 2026-08-04 23:22:34.

Indicators of Compromise (4)

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hash_sha256 757060d1a348f54c2fceeb3337e0e8b8a984d3f3001ffc27771dd49f559254e7

IOC database

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hash_sha256
Value
757060d1a348f54c2fceeb3337e0e8b8a984d3f3001ffc27771dd49f559254e7
First seen
Last seen
Attached to this threat
Appears in
1 threat
Description
Unknown

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Threat Hunt — feed corroboration

Not present in any configured threat-intel feed.

Details From VirusTotal

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hash_sha1 001b194569773929260830ccdd0ecf4177709e1a

IOC database

Type
hash_sha1
Value
001b194569773929260830ccdd0ecf4177709e1a
First seen
Last seen
Attached to this threat
Appears in
1 threat

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Threat Hunt — feed corroboration

Not present in any configured threat-intel feed.

Details From VirusTotal

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hash_md5 aa361a2c34222dd96b9cb8a6ac38d7de

IOC database

Type
hash_md5
Value
aa361a2c34222dd96b9cb8a6ac38d7de
First seen
Last seen
Attached to this threat
Appears in
1 threat

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Threat Hunt — feed corroboration

Not present in any configured threat-intel feed.

Details From VirusTotal

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hash_imphash f2da2e4c1b5a39d16c40d60cec2608d7

IOC database

Type
hash_imphash
Value
f2da2e4c1b5a39d16c40d60cec2608d7
First seen
Last seen
Attached to this threat
Appears in
1 threat

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Threat Hunt — feed corroboration

Not present in any configured threat-intel feed.

Details From VirusTotal

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References (1)

  • MalwareBazaar sample page Abuse.ch

    File type: exe. Size: 1608704 bytes. Tags: exe, upx-dec. Reporter: abuse_ch. First seen: 2026-08-04 23:22:34.

Remediations (10)

  • web:cybersecuritynews.com

    A sophisticated backdoor campaign in which attackers cleverly disguised remote access malware as a legitimate Microsoft Edge service. The malicious Mesh agent, masquerading under the path C:\Program Files\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\msedge.exe, was found running on multiple computers and servers across the affected network.

  • web:learn.microsoft.com

    While running my laptop this tab pop up "What to do if it's shows msedge.exe - Application error The exception unknown software exception (0ex0000008) occurred in the application at location 0x00007FFF6F8D4D8C" after blacking out the screen for few seconds.

  • web:learn.microsoft.com

    Look for entries related to msedge.exe or any other system errors around the time of the crash. Reinstall Microsoft Edge: If none of the above steps work, consider uninstalling and then reinstalling Microsoft Edge. This can help resolve any corrupted files associated with the browser.

  • web:malwaretips.com

    Learn what msedge.exe is, its purpose, and whether you should remove it from your system. Get all the essential information in this guide.

  • web:sslinsights.com

    Msedge.exe errors crashing Microsoft Edge? Learn what causes them and how to fix them fast with proven Windows 10 and 11 troubleshooting steps.

  • web:undercodetesting.com

    In a recent incident response case, a cleverly hidden backdoor was discovered masquerading as a Microsoft Edge service. The malicious agent was running under the path:

  • web:windowsforum.com

    Records which Edge build (s) include the upstream patch, giving administrators a clear remediation target for inventory and compliance. Avoids the common misconception that a Chrome update automatically protects Edge; Edge requires Microsoft to integrate and ship the Chromium fix on Microsoft's own schedule after testing and validation.

  • web:www.reddit.com

    There are several files in the folder: 103..1264.71, SetupMetrics, delegatedWebFeatures.sccd, msedge (this is the one I'm suspicious of, it has the edge logo, no .exe extension, and is labeled as an application), msedge.VisualElementsManifest, msedge_proxy, and pwahelper. Reply reply More repliesMore replies drainedgamer19 •

  • web:www.sentinelone.com

    CVE-2026-57986 is a use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Edge Chromium. Learn about its impact, affected versions, and mitigation methods.

  • web:www.tomsguide.com

    Hackers are using malicious browser extensions to infect both Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge with dangerous malware that can steal your personal data and leave your computer at risk of further ...

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