Trojan.Coinminer.GHA
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1,625 |
| First Seen: | December 31, 2012 |
| Last Seen: | February 11, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Coinminer.GHA indicates that your system has been compromised by a malicious threat. This type of malware is designed to operate covertly, making it challenging to detect without the aid of security software. Understanding the nature and behavior of Trojan.Coinminer.GHA is crucial in taking the necessary steps to remove it and prevent future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Coinminer.GHA?
Trojan.Coinminer.GHA is a type of Trojan horse malware that is primarily designed to hijack system resources for cryptocurrency mining. Trojans are malicious programs that disguise themselves as legitimate software, allowing them to bypass security measures and infiltrate systems. The "Coinminer" aspect of this threat suggests its primary purpose is to utilize the infected system's processing power to mine for cryptocurrencies, potentially leading to significant performance degradation and increased electricity consumption.
How Trojan.Coinminer.GHA Operates
Upon infection, Trojan.Coinminer.GHA likely establishes a connection with its command and control server to receive updates and instructions. It then proceeds to utilize the system's resources to mine for cryptocurrencies. This operation can lead to overheating of the system, reduced performance, and in some cases, data corruption. The malware may also communicate with other infected systems or download additional malicious components to further compromise the security of the infected machine.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Trojan.Coinminer.GHA infection can include but are not limited to, significant slowdowns in system performance, unexpected increases in electricity bills due to high CPU usage, and overheating of the computer. In some cases, the malware may also cause the system to crash or freeze frequently. It's also possible for the malware to remain dormant for periods, making it harder to detect based on symptoms alone.
- Increased CPU and GPU usage without a corresponding increase in system load.
- Unexplained increases in electricity consumption.
- Frequent system crashes or freezes.
- Overheating of the system.
How to Remove Trojan.Coinminer.GHA
- Boot your system into Safe Mode with Networking. This will limit the malware's ability to operate and provide a safer environment for removal.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool such as SpyHunter. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions to increase the chances of detecting and removing the malware.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time the malware was detected. Be cautious and only remove programs you are certain are malicious or unnecessary.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings. This can help remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
- Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure the malware has been completely removed. It's also a good idea to monitor system performance and behavior after removal to catch any potential remnants or reinfections early.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Coinminer.GHA requires careful and systematic steps to ensure complete eradication. It's essential to stay vigilant and keep your security software up to date to protect against future threats. Regular system backups and being cautious with email attachments and downloads can also significantly reduce the risk of malware infections. If you're unsure about any part of the removal process, consider seeking help from a professional to avoid causing further damage to your system.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Coinminer.GHA |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
9cc4e9a95c81a1fb8a365f0ee313a5c4
SHA1:
79f8444f99d3c29c7d5d97161a594eb04c431916
SHA256:
54A3F36973158A4ADFEB699FC2A3D23E871E97492B8FE9A3A6259A6BD7E24594
File Size:
341.91 KB, 341908 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 is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
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- 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 |
|---|---|
| File Version | 1.00 |
| Internal Name | TJprojMain |
| Original Filename | TJprojMain.exe |
| Product Name | Project1 |
| Product Version | 1.00 |
File Traits
- ntdll
- WriteProcessMemory
- x64
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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| Other Suspicious |
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