Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Cinmus.O

Trojan.Cinmus.O

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 2
First Seen: December 7, 2010
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Trojan.Cinmus.O indicates that your system has been compromised by a potentially malicious program. This type of threat is generally categorized as a Trojan, which is a broad term for malware that disguises itself as legitimate software. Trojans can cause significant harm to your system, including data theft, system crashes, and unauthorized access to your computer.

What Is Trojan.Cinmus.O?

Trojan.Cinmus.O is a type of malware that can infect your computer without your knowledge or consent. It may be disguised as a legitimate program or embedded in a malicious email attachment, infected software download, or compromised website. Once installed, it can perform a variety of malicious activities, including data theft, keystroke logging, and unauthorized access to your system.

How Trojan.Cinmus.O Operates

Trojan.Cinmus.O, like other Trojans, operates by exploiting vulnerabilities in your system or deceiving you into installing it. It may use social engineering tactics, such as fake alerts or misleading messages, to trick you into downloading or installing the malware. Once installed, it can communicate with its creators, allowing them to control your system remotely, steal sensitive information, or use your computer as a botnet to spread further malware.

Symptoms of Infection

Identifying a Trojan.Cinmus.O infection can be challenging, as it may not display obvious symptoms. However, you may notice unusual system behavior, such as slow performance, frequent crashes, or unfamiliar programs running in the background. You may also receive unexpected pop-ups, alerts, or messages, or notice that your browser settings have been altered without your consent. Additionally, you may observe unusual network activity, such as unfamiliar connections or data transfers.

  • Unexplained changes to your system or browser settings
  • Unfamiliar programs or processes running in the background
  • Frequent system crashes or slow performance
  • Unexpected pop-ups, alerts, or messages
  • Unusual network activity or data transfers

How to Remove Trojan.Cinmus.O

  1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for internet access to download removal tools.
  2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the Trojan.Cinmus.O malware.
  3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the malware infection.
  4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
  5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.Cinmus.O from your system requires careful attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the malware removal process. By following the steps outlined above and using reputable anti-malware tools, you can effectively remove the malware and prevent future infections. It is essential to remain vigilant and proactive in protecting your system from malware threats, including Trojans like Trojan.Cinmus.O, to ensure the security and integrity of your data and computer system.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
TrendMicro Mal_Palevo5
Sunbelt Trojan.Win32.Generic!BT
Panda W32/P2PWorm.HO
NOD32 a variant of Win32/Kryptik.FRV
McAfee Artemis!116C0F42CA4B
Authentium W32/Rimecud.I.gen!Eldorado
AhnLab-V3 Win32/Palevo.worm.149504.BM
TrendMicro TROJ_CINMUS.SME
Symantec Trojan.Cinmeng
Sunbelt AdWare.Win32.Cinmus.gen
Sophos Troj/BHO-KH
Panda Generic Trojan
NOD32 probably a variant of Win32/Adware.Cinmus
Microsoft Trojan:Win32/Cinmus.O
McAfee-GW-Edition Heuristic.BehavesLike.Win32.Suspicious.H

File System Details

Trojan.Cinmus.O may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. game.dll 45e2703c4ad24e7355ed45a308fda7ef 1
2. qmkin.exe 116c0f42ca4bb8b9e9bea876762de8b8 1