Trojan.Coinminer.RG
Threat Scorecard
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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 963 |
| First Seen: | November 2, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | November 7, 2025 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Coinminer.RG on your system indicates a potential threat to your computer's security and performance. This type of malware is designed to secretly use your computer's resources for malicious purposes, including cryptocurrency mining. 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.Coinminer.RG?
Trojan.Coinminer.RG is a type of Trojan horse malware that is designed to remain hidden on your system while using your computer's resources to mine cryptocurrency. This type of malware can be particularly damaging, as it can cause your computer to slow down, overheat, and experience other performance issues. Additionally, the malware can also be used to steal sensitive information, such as login credentials and personal data.
How Trojan.Coinminer.RG Operates
Trojan.Coinminer.RG operates by secretly installing itself on your system, often through exploited vulnerabilities or social engineering tactics. Once installed, the malware can begin to use your computer's resources, such as CPU and GPU power, to mine cryptocurrency. The malware can also communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates and transmit stolen data. It is crucial to note that this type of malware can be challenging to detect, as it is designed to remain hidden and avoid detection by traditional antivirus software.
Symptoms of Infection
There are several symptoms that may indicate that your system is infected with Trojan.Coinminer.RG. These can include slowed system performance, increased CPU and GPU usage, overheating, and unexpected crashes. You may also notice that your system is using more power than usual, or that your internet connection is slower than normal. Additionally, you may receive warnings from your antivirus software or other security tools indicating that a malicious program is present on your system.
- Unexplained increases in CPU and GPU usage
- Slowed system performance
- Overheating
- Unexpected crashes
- Increased power consumption
- Slower internet connection
How to Remove Trojan.Coinminer.RG
- Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for easier removal.
- Use a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to perform a full scan of your system and detect any malicious files or programs.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the malware.
- Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the malware has been completely removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Coinminer.RG from your system requires immediate attention and careful action. By following the steps outlined above, you can help to ensure that the malware is completely removed and that your system is protected from future infections. It is essential to remain vigilant and to regularly scan your system for malware to prevent similar threats in the future. Additionally, keeping your operating system, software, and security tools up to date can help to prevent exploitation of vulnerabilities and reduce the risk of infection.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Coinminer.RG |
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| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
6d45a841299deafdc3eaafc72ebdb5b4
SHA1:
58e9756108a1613808fca23dfef9d66f7da5fd30
SHA256:
0C6A60280E2A37CE207E766B9C26037A59032BFFEB658887AA364813A14354D2
File Size:
841.73 KB, 841728 bytes
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MD5:
5cfcec0c1e3f3112f4efd5e251909e58
SHA1:
8ed44c80df98653568edbf984497ff177743feda
SHA256:
8B244C1F581492DE521B27EB301515385E1063C75994DD887F804CCA56465D94
File Size:
2.47 MB, 2472235 bytes
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MD5:
bb5d3a860d9a73f714a710c295be5864
SHA1:
877b2d8911016f9f2a737da5d36dddc50b4833a1
SHA256:
D8DD8E0D0054355B1476365C1AF1E7B7333CA4DE64FD6F52DDD5AEA52C80C5CE
File Size:
2.39 MB, 2393981 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 resources
- File doesn't have security information
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
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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 Traits
- big overlay
- No Version Info
- WriteProcessMemory
- x64
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: | 8,561 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 0 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 8,556 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 5 |
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.- ClipBanker.HA
- Coinminer.RG
- Downloader.Agent.EN
- Filecoder.CDAB
- Injector.XA
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- Meterpreter.J
- ShellcodeRunner.BA
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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| Syscall Use |
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