Threat Database Trojans Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA

Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA

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Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 58
First Seen: March 21, 2013
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The detection of Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This malware is designed to compromise your personal and financial information, making it essential to understand its nature and take prompt action to remove it.

What Is Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA?

Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA is a type of spyware that is designed to gather sensitive information from infected systems. The name itself suggests that it is a Trojan horse, disguising itself as legitimate software, and has spyware capabilities, particularly targeting banking and financial data. Understanding that this is a form of malware is crucial, as it can lead to significant financial loss and identity theft if not addressed properly.

How Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA Operates

Malware like Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA typically operates by infiltrating a system through various means, such as exploited vulnerabilities, phishing attacks, or by being bundled with other software. Once inside, it can install additional malicious components, modify system settings, and start monitoring user activity, especially focusing on banking and financial transactions. It may also communicate with its command and control servers to transmit stolen data or receive further instructions.

Symptoms of Infection

Identifying an infection can be challenging, as spyware is designed to operate stealthily. However, some common symptoms may include unusual system behavior, such as slow performance, frequent crashes, or unexpected pop-ups. Users might also notice unauthorized transactions or changes in their financial accounts. In some cases, the malware might trigger security alerts from antivirus software, though it's designed to evade detection.

  • Unexplained changes in system settings or files.
  • Appearance of unwanted programs or toolbars.
  • Redirects to suspicious websites or unwanted ads.
  • Difficulty in installing or updating security software.

How to Remove Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA

  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 all traces of the malware.
  3. Uninstall any recently installed suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or need.
  4. Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings changes made by the malware.
  5. Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all malware components have been removed.

Conclusion

Removing Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA requires a combination of technical knowledge and the right tools. It's crucial to act quickly to minimize the potential damage. After removal, it's also important to take preventive measures, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus protection, and being cautious with emails and downloads from unknown sources. By understanding the nature of this threat and how to remove it, you can protect your system and your personal information from further compromise.

Aliases

15 security vendors flagged this file as malicious.

Antivirus Vendor Detection
AVG Generic4_c.CBUP
Fortinet W32/Malware_fam.NB
Ikarus Trojan-Spy.Win32.Banker
AhnLab-V3 Trojan/Win32.Banker
AntiVir TR/Spy.Banker.RA.3
Comodo Heur.Suspicious
BitDefender DeepScan:Generic.Banker.OT.5B1B287C
Kaspersky Trojan.Win32.Scar.ewaf
ClamAV PUA.Packed.Themida-2
Avast Win32:Malware-gen
Symantec Infostealer.Bancos
F-Prot W32/Themida_Packed!Eldorado
NOD32 a variant of Win32/Packed.Themida
McAfee Artemis!6DC2BF968EB3
CAT-QuickHeal TrojanSpy.Banker.ra

SpyHunter Detects & Remove Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA

File System Details

Trojan.Spy.Banker.RA may create the following file(s):
# File Name MD5 Detections
1. Systec.exe 0b9b0f11227a788b3aabff449cc6760b 51
2. keeps32.exe 7eabc228923c92534270e60ccd1d1253 5
3. temps.exe 6dc2bf968eb3b3784eb4d3e0b6596bd0 2