Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA
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| Popularity Rank: | 16,119 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 26 |
| First Seen: | September 10, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | July 13, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA on your system indicates a potential security threat that requires immediate attention. This type of malware is designed to compromise your computer's resources for malicious purposes, and it's essential to understand its nature and take steps to remove it to prevent further damage.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA?
Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA is a type of Trojan horse malware that is primarily designed to harness your computer's processing power to mine for cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin. This malware can infiltrate your system through various means, including exploited vulnerabilities, phishing attacks, or by being bundled with other software. Once installed, it can operate stealthily, consuming system resources and potentially causing performance issues.
How Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA Operates
Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA, like other Trojan horses, operates by disguising itself as legitimate software or by exploiting system vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to your computer. Once inside, it can communicate with its command and control servers to receive updates or instructions, allowing it to evolve and adapt its mining activities. This malware can also interfere with system settings and other applications, potentially leading to instability and security risks.
Symptoms of Infection
Identifying a Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA infection can be challenging due to its stealthy nature. However, common symptoms may include significant slowdowns in system performance, increased CPU usage, elevated temperatures, and higher electricity bills due to the intense computational activity. You might also notice that your computer is running hotter than usual or that your internet connection seems slower. These signs do not necessarily confirm the presence of this specific malware but indicate that something is amiss with your system.
How to Remove Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA
- Boot your computer in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to gain better control over your system. This mode allows you to use the internet to download removal tools if necessary.
- Download and run a full scan with a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the malware. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions to increase the chances of detection and removal.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that you do not recognize or that were installed around the time the symptoms appeared. Be cautious and only remove programs you are sure are not essential to your system's operation.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that the malware might have altered. This step is crucial in preventing the malware from using your browsers for its activities.
- After completing the above steps, reboot your computer and perform another full scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that the malware has been completely removed. This final scan is a precautionary measure to verify the system's cleanliness.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA from your system requires careful steps to ensure that all components of the malware are eliminated. By following the removal guide and maintaining good cybersecurity practices, such as keeping your operating system and software up to date, using strong antivirus software, and being cautious with emails and downloads, you can protect your computer from similar threats in the future. Remember, prevention is key, and staying informed about the latest malware threats is crucial for safeguarding your digital security.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Bitcoinminer.CBA |
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| Packers: | UPX x64 |
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
e33a732707ead3f82d6b06f847617ec0
SHA1:
811ff01869e43043f09c59c650c46dd35fdff71b
SHA256:
2A39B2BF80426910698232CDA48D48048D555DB9189721D49FC775E9A47D7109
File Size:
3.18 MB, 3182080 bytes
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MD5:
87705ac3113aeb686358af7758bb2dde
SHA1:
dec5e6c08d7188e26b4e2b8893d11a1276445bfa
SHA256:
BE13DB9239EE4E6D2380BAF355F836E913DB79D4BAA6C9614B3B446C303C8FE6
File Size:
434.69 KB, 434688 bytes
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MD5:
dff198aec4d1c163fb423f9ed880b25f
SHA1:
9d8c859c17e725a7fd38b5c69fc9f24f09e2ac96
SHA256:
21104A321C2EAAE2A986DE96A7A74A5E6C4F9A0C76FCF2BA17C17A272C1F2398
File Size:
3.18 MB, 3182080 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 been packed
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
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- File is console application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_CUI)
- File is either console or GUI application
- 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
- No Version Info
- packed
- 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: | 23,780 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 7,829 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 15,951 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
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.CB
- Bitcoinminer.CBA
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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