How to remove a Bitcoin miner virus?

[maazdraco]

Hi! The air vents of my laptop release hot air all the time, videos lag after a while until I move the mouse and my laptop overheats (it even shut down a few times due to overheating). I researched a bit and I reckon this is a bitcoin miner virus. I have no antivirus (sorry).

I also download a lot of torrents but I check other users comments to make sure that there is no virus (sorry, again). Previously videos only lagged but the laptop didn't overheat, now it does. This is my only computer and is infected. I am using MouseController to keep the mouse moving and avoid overheating. Please help. Thanks.

[MrCharlie]

Welcome to the forum.

Please run a Quick Scan with Malwarebytes like this:

Open up Malwarebytes > Settings Tab > Scanner Settings > Under action for PUP > Select: Show in Results List and Check for removal.

Please Update and run a Quick Scan with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware, post the report.

Make sure that everything is checked, and click Remove Selected.

If you're using Malwarebytes 2.0, please run a Threat Scan

Then....please start HERE <--------

Post back the 2 logs here.....DDS.txt and Attach.txt

(please don't put logs in code or quotes and use the default font)

Don't forget to RogueKiller below

General P2P/Piracy Warning:

 

1. If you're using Peer 2 Peer software such uTorrent, BitTorrent or similar you must either fully uninstall it or completely disable it from running while being assisted here.

Failure to remove or disable such software will result in your topic being closed and no further assistance being provided.

2. If you have illegal/cracked software, cracks, keygens, custom (Adobe) host file, etc. on the system, please remove or uninstall them now and read the policy on Piracy.

Failure to remove such software will result in your topic being closed and no further assistance being provided.

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Next................

Please download and run RogueKiller 32 bit to your desktop.

RogueKiller<---use this one for 64 bit systems

Which system am I using?

Quit all running programs.

For Windows XP, double-click to start.

For Vista or Windows 7-8, do a right-click on the program, select Run as Administrator to start, & when prompted Allow to run.

Click Scan to scan the system.

When the scan completes > Close out the program > Don't Fix anything!

Don't run any other options, they're not all bad!!!!!!!

Post back the report which should be located on your desktop.

(please don't put logs in code or quotes and use the default font)

MrC

Note:

Please read all of my instructions completely including these.

Make sure system restore is turned on and running. Create a new restore point

Make sure you're subscribed to this topic: Click on the Follow This Topic Button (at the top right of this page), make sure that the Receive notification box is checked and that it is set to Instantly

Removing malware can be unpredictable...unlikely but things can go very wrong! Backup any files that cannot be replaced. You can copy them to a CD/DVD, external drive or a pen drive

<+>Please don't run any other scans, download, install or uninstall any programs while I'm working with you.

<+>The removal of malware isn't instantaneous, please be patient.

<+>When we are done, I'll give to instructions on how to cleanup all the tools and logs

<+>Please stick with me until I give you the "all clear" and Please don't waste my time by leaving before that.

------->Your topic will be closed if you haven't replied within 3 days!<--------

(If I don't respond within 24 hours, please send me a PM)

[MrCharlie]

How are we doing??

 

Do you still need help or can I close this post??

 

MrC

[maazdraco]

Hi! Thanks for replying. I still need help but I just found out the dates for my examinations. I will be very busy for few weeks or so. I will really appreciate it if you keep it open till then. Thanks again. Good day!

[MrCharlie]

Sorry but we can't keep post open for that length of time.

When you're ready just start a new topic using my instructions and we'll help you.

MrC

[Maurice Naggar]

Since this issue is resolved I will close the thread to prevent others from posting here. If you need assistance please start your own topic and someone will be happy to assist you.