Trojan.Coinminer.GEC
Threat Scorecard
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| Popularity Rank: | 4,538 |
| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 42,456 |
| First Seen: | January 7, 2013 |
| Last Seen: | July 19, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Trojan.Coinminer.GEC indicates that your system has been compromised by a potentially malicious program. This type of threat is designed to operate discreetly, making it challenging to detect without the aid of security software. Understanding the nature of this threat and how it operates is crucial in taking the necessary steps to remove it and protect your system from future infections.
Table of Contents
What Is Trojan.Coinminer.GEC?
Trojan.Coinminer.GEC is identified as a Trojan-type threat, which typically involves malicious software that deceives users into installing it by disguising itself as legitimate. The name suggests it might be related to cryptocurrency mining, a process that can be legitimate but, in the context of malware, is used to exploit a victim's computer resources for the benefit of the attacker. It's essential to approach this situation with caution and follow recommended removal procedures to minimize potential damage.
How Trojan.Coinminer.GEC Operates
Trojan-type threats like Trojan.Coinminer.GEC often operate by exploiting vulnerabilities in software or tricking users into installing them. Once installed, they can perform a variety of malicious actions, potentially including but not limited to, data theft, unauthorized access to the system, or using the system's resources for cryptocurrency mining. These actions can lead to significant slowdowns in system performance, increased electricity bills, and potential security breaches. The exact operations of Trojan.Coinminer.GEC would depend on its specific design and purpose, which can vary widely among different types of malware.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of an infection can vary but commonly include significant decreases in system performance, increased power consumption, and sometimes, unusual network activity. Users might also notice that their system fans are working more intensely than usual, or they might receive warnings from their security software. However, some malware is designed to operate without triggering obvious symptoms, making regular system checks and the use of reputable security software crucial for early detection.
- Decreased system performance
- Increased power consumption
- Unusual network activity
- Intensive system fan activity
<li=Warnings from security software
How to Remove Trojan.Coinminer.GEC
- Boot your system into Safe Mode with Networking to limit the malware's ability to interfere with the removal process.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove all related files and registry entries.
- Uninstall any suspicious programs that were installed around the time of the infection. Be cautious and ensure you are removing the correct programs to avoid disrupting your system's functionality.
- Reset your web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or settings that the malware might have altered.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan with your anti-malware tool to ensure that all traces of the malware have been removed.
Conclusion
Removing Trojan.Coinminer.GEC requires careful attention to detail and adherence to best practices for malware removal. It's crucial to act quickly to prevent further damage to your system and potential data breaches. After removal, consider taking additional steps to secure your system, such as updating your operating system and software, using strong, unique passwords, and enabling two-factor authentication where possible. Regular backups of important data and periodic scans with reputable security software can also help protect against future threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Trojan.Coinminer.GEC |
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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:
5012433598ce1f1815d38a452088d2db
SHA1:
aa80afe9370d7271b9fd4865dad7260322bac1e3
SHA256:
8E38C5B6E7020D2BC6547DC84CF9A8B41B8641E552261A602E23EE9DDF53704B
File Size:
531.97 KB, 531968 bytes
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MD5:
1c8e88273f61839e5fae0244914ced51
SHA1:
1b3c6919be143d42cf6185cc3adc3260210dded7
SHA256:
640D893009B4E76F4BBF083E5E3ABC138C22889FA707EBA0ED1A6673FDC9472D
File Size:
427.01 KB, 427008 bytes
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MD5:
851002f48a6dd00c41532bcc749bfd6a
SHA1:
48b9c278d131df429c1aed74d7a4f20c372712e6
SHA256:
DE05CAADC10E95569A6F423F26000A6B2488E3F64F90BF15D7EA88BA45087EC0
File Size:
528.90 KB, 528896 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have exports table
- 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
- 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 Traits
- No Version Info
- 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: | 1,616 |
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| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 7 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 1,497 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 112 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
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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| User Data Access |
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