Trojan.Win32.BitCoinMiner.la (virus) - Free Instructions

What is Trojan.Win32.BitCoinMiner.la?

Trojan.Win32.BitCoinMiner.la slows down the computer by mining cryptocurrencies and causes crashes, bugs

Trojan.Win32.BitCoinMiner.la was detected by security vendors as malicious software

Trojan.Win32.BitCoinMiner.la is a detection name of a malicious program that engages in cryptojacking^[1] activities or it can be a false positive triggered by compatibility issues, similar code to malware, etc. Cryptojacking is when a program uses the PC's resources like CPU power to mine cryptocurrencies. This can have a lot of effects on the system like a decrease in performance, lagging issues, crashes, and bugs.

However, Trojans are also known for their ability to deliver other malicious programs onto the system like spyware, ransomware which could have even worse repercussions. If you have received a warning on your system about an intruder, we suggest you take action to remove it immediately. It is better to be safe than sorry. If it is actually a Trojan, it could cause serious damage to your computer like delete, block, modify and copy data.

Most Trojans do not even show any signs of infection, that is why they are so dangerous. It is very important to pay close attention to the performance of your PC, and investigate if you experience any issues. Of course, crashes, and lagging can be caused by many other things, but the easiest way to determine that is to open the Task Manager and see if there are any suspicious programs that consume a lot of your computers' resources.

Ways people get infected with Trojans

Trojans do not only affect Windows PCs but Macs, tablets, and mobile phones too. That is why there are many possibilities of how it may have infiltrated your device. Malware can be disguised as a handy tool like an antivirus program, so people can install these threats through torrent websites, “cracked”^[2] software.

Trojans are also delivered as email attachments. Most often, cybercriminals pretend to be a well-known company or someone from your friend list, so do not ever open attachments that you were not expecting or which seem to come from a random source. Executable files^[3] can be the beginning of a serious infection, so be very careful and make sure you know exactly who the file is coming from.

Malware can also exploit various OS or software vulnerabilities, so try to use secure programs or at least update them as soon as the updates are available to keep the risk as minimal as possible. You can also install a Trojan without even noticing with the help of drive-by downloads.^[4] Avoid websites that engage in illegal activities as they are more likely to contain malicious links.

Trojan.Win32.BitCoinMiner.la might drain your PC's resources to mine Bitcoin

Get rid of Trojans and other threats with anti-malware tools

Once a Trojan enters the system, there is no better way to remove it than good quality, automized professional security tools. However, the malicious program may block such tools, so you need to perform additional steps. It becomes difficult to remove serious threats like this over time as their damage increases. We recommend getting a trustworthy tool and running it regularly to avoid these issues.

You need to enter Safe Mode with Networking if malware is blocking it. From there, you will be able to perform a scan with anti-malware tools with no problems. If you are not sure how to do that, follow the guide below:

Windows 7 / Vista / XP

1. Click Start > Shutdown > Restart > OK.
2. When your computer becomes active, start pressing F8 button (if that does not work, try F2, F12, Del, etc. – it all depends on your motherboard model) multiple times until you see the Advanced Boot Options window.
3. Select Safe Mode with Networking from the list.

Windows 10 / Windows 8

1. Right-click on Start button and select Settings.
   
2. Scroll down to pick Update & Security.
3. On the left side of the window, pick Recovery.
4. Now scroll down to find Advanced Startup section.
5. Click Restart now.
6. Select Troubleshoot.
7. Go to Advanced options.
8. Select Startup Settings.
9. Click Restart.
10. Press 5 or click 5) Enable Safe Mode with Networking.

Once you reach Safe Mode, launch SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes, and perform a full system scan to eradicate malware and all its malicious components. Trojan.Win32.BitCoinMiner.la can cause serious damage if you leave it on the system.

Trojans can execute themselves automatically and install other threats on the machine without your permission. This is a sneaky infection that can perform malicious tasks unnoticed. Even though crypto mining does not cause you financial losses, this malware can sometimes access your credentials, sensitive data and steal funds from accounts online.

This is why we do not suggest you try to remove the threat manually, as the process is very complicated and not suitable for people with minimal IT skills. Trojans are sometimes hard to locate in the system and in some cases, can even be invisible. They can be placed on the desktop and if users click by accident on the spot it is placed, it can launch the infection process.

Fix system damage

We highly recommend using a one-of-a-kind, patented technology of FortectIntego repair. Not only can it fix virus damage after the infection, but it is also capable of removing malware that has already broken into the system thanks to several engines used by the program. Besides, the application is also capable of fixing various Windows-related issues that are not caused by malware infections, for example, Blue Screen errors, freezes, registry errors, damaged DLLs, etc.

• Download the application by clicking on the link above.
• Click on the ReimageRepair.exe.
  
• If User Account Control (UAC) shows up, select Yes.
• Press Install and wait till the program finishes the installation process.
• The analysis of your machine will begin immediately.
• Once complete, check the results – they will be listed in the Summary.
• You can now click on each of the issues and fix them manually.
• If you see many problems that you find difficult to fix, we recommend you purchase the license and fix them automatically.

By employing FortectIntego, you would not have to worry about future computer issues, as most of them could be fixed quickly by performing a full system scan at any time. Most importantly, you could avoid the tedious process of Windows reinstallation in case things go very wrong due to one reason or another.

Precautionary measures to follow

• Do not open email attachments from random senders. Investigate the sender and the text, look for grammar and spelling mistakes. If you are not sure what the attachment is, better not to open it.
• Keep your systems and software up to date. Cybercriminals always look for weak points in security to exploit so it is important to install required security updates.
• Do not click on links without thinking. There are links that are malicious and they deliver drive-by downloads. You might not even notice that something was installed while browsing through bogus sites.
• Try not to download programs from unofficial sources. If you are on your phone, we strongly recommend installing apps that are only offered in the Google Play or Apple store.
• Make all file extensions visible. This will show you if a file is secretly encrypted or is backed by an executable file.
• Use two-factor authentication and strong passwords.
• Scan your system with anti-malware tools regularly to keep it safe.
• Try to back up your data regularly to external drives to protect it from ransomware and other malware infections that could corrupt it.