Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D
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| Popularity Rank: | 8,781 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 49 |
| First Seen: | May 5, 2017 |
| Last Seen: | August 29, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D indicates that your system has been compromised by a type of malicious software. This threat is categorized as a Trojan, which is a broad term for malware that disguises itself as legitimate software. The presence of Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D on your system can lead to various issues, including unauthorized use of system resources, potential data breaches, and overall system instability. It is essential to understand the nature of this threat and take immediate action to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D?
Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D is a type of malware that, as its name suggests, is associated with Bitcoin mining activities. However, the specifics of its operation and the exact nature of its payload can vary. Generally, Trojans like Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D are designed to infiltrate a system without being detected and can be used for a variety of malicious purposes, including but not limited to, cryptocurrency mining, data theft, and spreading other malware. The fact that it's labeled as a Bitcoin miner indicates it might be using your computer's resources to mine cryptocurrency without your knowledge or consent.
How Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D Operates
The operation of Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D typically involves exploiting system vulnerabilities or tricking users into installing it, often by masquerading as a legitimate program or attachment. Once installed, it can operate in the background, consuming system resources such as CPU and RAM to perform its intended malicious functions. This can lead to noticeable performance degradation, increased power consumption, and higher bills if the malware is using your system for resource-intensive activities like cryptocurrency mining. The malware may also communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates or transmit stolen data.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D infection can include but are not limited to, significant slowdowns in system performance, increased fan activity due to high CPU usage, unexpected crashes, and pop-ups or other unwanted software installations. In some cases, the malware might also attempt to disable security software or block access to certain websites, particularly those related to security or antivirus solutions. Recognizing these symptoms early can help in taking prompt action against the malware.
How to Remove Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process.
- Use a reputable antivirus tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system. Ensure the antivirus software is updated with the latest definitions to effectively detect and remove Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time you noticed the infection symptoms.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that the malware might have altered.
- After completing the above steps, reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your antivirus software to ensure that all remnants of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D from your system requires careful and immediate action. By following the steps outlined above and maintaining good security practices, such as regularly updating your operating system and software, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious with email attachments and downloads, you can protect your system from future infections. Remember, prevention and vigilance are key in the fight against malware. Always prioritize system security and take any detected threats seriously to safeguard your personal data and system integrity.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Bitcoinminer.D |
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| Packers: | UPX! |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
ba5785ebe0330377d79af7fa3b046c70
SHA1:
6b1adbcaf8c8023e9cbc9cf8e948b4cab3c030dd
SHA256:
327E382B2FC50BBF694823871274EE0689D825E2F9BCC05F4382A93F88BB918F
File Size:
1.20 MB, 1200128 bytes
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MD5:
08aee972e8fb60adeeb9d3a21b742d67
SHA1:
9de4b2c12b2ae9e2d6d5382dfdbf4538ecb10d82
SHA256:
56D3D0D5AEA2A746EC0E8ED983F60C92840B8F620536ECBE0BA551ED9D01486C
File Size:
4.05 MB, 4046848 bytes
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MD5:
c553140bae87cccaa5b2340a09654c35
SHA1:
8fa15e0354798c09984f228549c5ec624261c16b
SHA256:
508748F22E3D789428D08A76B76B85F6DA9BE25C6AEB64BC7DC599DEBB3C147E
File Size:
755.20 KB, 755200 bytes
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MD5:
201651c778134dea80f69077afc61b44
SHA1:
4920c82731c0d5b12578c10165d36dacdc81f770
SHA256:
F6ECD38C030FEAE05A7F093039E36171BDC15AA2D38FE548E24B54D63533CAD9
File Size:
1.41 MB, 1409024 bytes
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MD5:
f1fbf42bb2c3cee5cbde704c29ac0bef
SHA1:
67bc1712012681d459d5726ad58c201a102edd2b
SHA256:
39664115A20CAB5E4DE0C3A6D2325D7D112477D203B56BB80D3B0DBF17A252FB
File Size:
3.35 MB, 3350528 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have debug information
- File doesn't have exports table
- File doesn't have relocations information
- File doesn't have security information
- File has been packed
- File has exports table
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
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- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Icons
File Icons
This section displays icon resources found within family samples. Malware often replicates icons commonly associated with legitimate software to mislead users into believing the malware is safe.
Windows PE Version Information
Windows PE Version Information
This section displays values and attributes that have been set in the Windows file version information data structure for samples within this family. To mislead users, malware actors often add fake version information mimicking legitimate software.| Name | Value |
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File Traits
- 2+ executable sections
- imgui
- No Version Info
- packed
- x86
Block Information
Block Information
During analysis, EnigmaSoft breaks file samples into logical blocks for classification and comparison with other samples. Blocks can be used to generate malware detection rules and to group file samples into families based on shared source code, functionality and other distinguishing attributes and characteristics. This section lists a summary of this block data, as well as its classification by EnigmaSoft. A visual representation of the block data is also displayed, where available.| Total Blocks: | 16,855 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 526 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 11,585 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 4,744 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Similar Families
Similar Families
This section lists other families that share similarities with this family, based on EnigmaSoft’s analysis. Many malware families are created from the same malware toolkits and use the same packing and encryption techniques but uniquely extend functionality. Similar families may also share source code, attributes, icons, subcomponents, compromised and/or invalid digital signatures, and network characteristics. Researchers leverage these similarities to rapidly and effectively triage file samples and extend malware detection rules.- Bitcoinminer.FD
Windows API Usage
Windows API Usage
This section lists Windows API calls that are used by the samples in this family. Windows API usage analysis is a valuable tool that can help identify malicious activity, such as keylogging, security privilege escalation, data encryption, data exfiltration, interference with antivirus software, and network request manipulation.| Category | API |
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| Anti Debug |
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| User Data Access |
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| Network Winsock2 |
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