Virtualized CPU names (e.g., "VMware Virtual Platform") and specific I/O port behaviors are common targets.
Virtual machines are not perfect replicas of physical hardware. They leave "artifacts" or fingerprints that software can easily detect. Most detection methods look for specific identifiers in the hardware, software configuration, or execution timing. vm detection bypass
Change service names like VBoxService.exe or VGAuthService.exe . Virtualized CPU names (e