- Changes from 1.9.2.14:
- Added X16Rv2 algorithm
- Fixed Debug Console
- Fix AMD GCN4+ detection
- Move per algorithm settings to Benchmarks page
- Remove broken function profitability per GPU
- Implemented AMD TDP settings
- Unify NVIDIA and AMD TDP settings, SIMPLE, PERCENTAGE and RAW mode. Cannot set TDP higher than the factory default of the GPU (if you wish to set values higher than the default you should disable NHM TDP settings and use an external tool). Setting values that are out of range in PERCENTAGE or RAW mode will fallback to the nearest valid value (minimum or maximum).
- Core improvements
- Remove CCMinerMTP from integrated list (not supported)
- Fix supported Algorihtms RAM requirements (GRIN31/cuckatoo) and increase drop support for dagger GPUs
- Update plugin dependency VC Redist 2015-2019
- Version 1.9.2.15 of NHM is not compatible with external plugins with version lower than 3.0 -> Minimum major version is 3.
- Dropped support of integrated miners
- Miners can now be updated through Plugins form
- Preinstalled miner plugins:
- CCMinerTpruvot
- ClaymoreDual14
- CPUMiner
- GMiner
- LolMinerBeam
- MiniZ
- NBMiner
- Phoenix
- TeamRedMiner
- TRex
- XmrStak
- ZEnemy
- Updated miners from previous releases
- CPUMiner
- GMiner
- MiniZ
- NBMiner
- Phoenix
- TRex
- TeamRedMiner
- XMRig
- ZEnemy
In this tutorial I will show you guys how to set Windows Defender to start or stop monitoring certain files, processes or file types. If you trust software that Windows Defender has detected, you. Getting started with Ethereum Mining is now easier than ever. Step 1 – Install your GPUs and set up your computer; Step 2 – Get an Ethereum wallet. Finally, if you are running Windows Defender or some other anti-virus.
This version is intended for experienced miners. Components of NHM may get flagged by anti-virus software (see here). Users should be comfortable managing AV/Firewall exceptions.
Important guidelines for using NHM:
- NiceHash Miner is usually flagged by AV (anti-virus) software. This is normal, as almost every mining software on the market is blacklisted by AV. Just make an exception in your AV software to enable the proper operation of NHML.
- You may have to add an exception in your browser to enable NHM download. Learn how.
- We cannot guarantee for every 3rd party miner code thus you agree to use it at your own risk.
- We suggest you don’t use cryptocurrency wallets or have any access to any cryptocurrency, sensitive or important data on the same computer where you use NHM. NiceHash will never ask or use your private keys, but we cannot guarantee the same for the 3rd party miners included in NHM now or any time in the future.
- Add an exception to Windows Defender for the NiceHash Miner folder (after you unzip the package).
Check out the Wiki for instructions on getting started, upgrading, troubleshooting, and more.
If benchmarking fails, try running in 'Precise' or manually benchmarking
If autodownload fails, download the miner bins manually and unzip them to the miner plugin
bins
path. Miner binary package sources are in nhmminer_pluginsXPlugininternalsMinersBinsUrlsSettings.json
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Cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to make money. With the rise of digital currencies, also known as cryptocurrencies, criminals see a unique opportunity to infiltrate an organization and secretly mine for coins by reconfiguring malware.
How coin miners work
Many infections start with:
- Email messages with attachments that try to install malware.
- Websites hosting exploit kits that attempt to use vulnerabilities in web browsers and other software to install coin miners.
- Websites taking advantage of computer processing power by running scripts while users browse the website.
Mining is the process of running complex mathematical calculations necessary to maintain the blockchain ledger. This process generates coins but requires significant computing resources.
Coin miners are not inherently malicious. Some individuals and organizations invest in hardware and electric power for legitimate coin mining operations. However, others look for alternative sources of computing power and try to find their way into corporate networks. These coin miners are not wanted in enterprise environments because they eat up precious computing resources.
Cybercriminals see an opportunity to make money by running malware campaigns that distribute, install, and run trojanized miners at the expense of other people’s computing resources.
Examples
DDE exploits, which have been known to distribute ransomware, are now delivering miners.
For example, a sample of the malware detected as Trojan:Win32/Coinminer (SHA-256: 7213cbbb1a634d780f9bb861418eb262f58954e6e5dca09ca50c1e1324451293) is installed by Exploit:O97M/DDEDownloader.PA, a Word document that contains the DDE exploit.
The exploit launches a cmdlet that executes a malicious PowerShell script (Trojan:PowerShell/Maponeir.A), which then downloads the trojanized miner: a modified version of the miner XMRig, which mines Monero cryptocurrency.
How to protect against coin miners
Enable PUA detection: Some coin mining tools are not considered malware but are detected as potentially unwanted applications (PUA). Many applications detected as PUA can negatively impact machine performance and employee productivity. In enterprise environments, you can stop adware, torrent downloaders, and coin mining by enabling PUA detection.
Since coin miners is becoming a popular payload in many different kinds of attacks, see general tips on how to prevent malware infection.
For more information on coin miners, see the blog post Invisible resource thieves: The increasing threat of cryptocurrency miners.