How to remove Torg from infected devices

What kind of malware is Torg?

Torg is an information-stealing malware that grabs data from infected devices. It sends stolen information to attackers using an API system. Torg is sold as part of a malware-as-a-service (MaaS) operation. If Torg is detected on a system, it should be removed as soon as possible.

More about Torg

Torg targets Chromium-based browsers (such as Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Opera) and Firefox-based browsers. In total, it can steal data from dozens of different browsers. It can access stored login details (such as saved passwords and cookies) and bypass or decrypt security measures used to protect them.

Also, the stealer is designed to steal data from numerous browser extensions. It targets over 800 extensions,, most of which are crypto wallet extensions, including popular ones like MetaMask and Phantom. It also targets more than 100 security-related extensions, such as password managers and two-factor authentication apps like LastPass, 1Password, and Bitwarden.

Furthermore, Torg can harvest information from desktop cryptocurrency wallet apps installed on a device. It can steal data from 30+ wallet programs, including popular ones such as Atomic, AtomicDEX, Bitcoin Core, Daedalus, Electrum, Ethereum, Exodus, Monero, MyEtherWallet, and WalletWasabi. The stealer grabs crypto wallet seeds, keys, and session data.

In addition, Torg can grab information from note-taking extensions. These include 123 Password, Anywhere Stickers, Beanote, Beastnotes, Fleeting Notes, My-Notes, Note Board, Notepad Take Notes, Notes for Gmail, Notes Sticky, Notion Notes, Page Notes, Private Notes, Simple Gmail Notes, SimplifyNote, Smart Notes, Sticky Notes, Swifty Sticky Note, and Web Sticky Notes. These may contain private information, such as passwords.

Moreover, this stealer can grab Discord tokens (which can let someone access a Discord account without a password) by scanning a database format called LevelDB. It can also take Telegram session data, which may allow access to an active Telegram account. In addition, it steals Steam configuration files, which could help attackers access or impersonate a Steam gaming account.

It is also worth noting that Torh can gather data from VPN clients (ExpressVPN, NordVPN, OpenVPN, PIA, ProtonVPN, Surfshark, WireGuard, and Windscribe), FTP/remote access tools (FileZilla, mRemoteNG, MobaXterm, Total Commander, WinSCP), and email clients (Outlook and Thunderbird).

Other targets involve gaming platforms (Battle.net, GOG Galaxy, Minecraft, Origin/EA, Rockstar Games, Ubisoft Connect), and the Desktop and Documents folders.

Conclusion

Torg is a dangerous malware that can steal a wide range of sensitive information from an infected device. It can quietly collect data like passwords, account details, and financial information without the user noticing. Because it targets many different apps and services, it can cause serious privacy and financial damage.

Overall, it is a dangerous threat that can lead to identity theft, account compromise, financial loss, and other issues. More examples of stealers are VoidStealer, BoryptGrab, and MaskGramStealer.

How did Torg infiltrate my computer?

First, the victim downloads fake or pirated content, such as game cheats, cracked software, or fake installers. This is called the dropper, and it secretly places a hidden program on the device. Next, this dropper uses layers of obfuscation and encryption to make the malware hard to detect.

It may also run code directly in memory rather than saving it to disk. After that, a loader runs in the background and prepares the system, sometimes using tricks like hiding processes or injecting code into legitimate Windows processes. Finally, the Torg stealer is launched in memory.

It is important to note that ClickFix is also one of the distribution methods (along with fake game cheats and cracked software). It works by tricking the user into copying or running a command. That command is usually a PowerShell script. When the user runs it, it starts the infection and downloads the malware automatically.

How to avoid installation of malware?

Open links or attachments in emails only if you are sure that they are not malicious, and be careful with unexpected emails or messages from unknown senders. Make sure to regularly scan your device with trusted security software to find and remove threats.

Download apps only from official websites or reliable app stores, and keep your system and software up to date. Avoid clicking on suspicious ads, pop-ups, or links, especially on unsafe websites, and do not allow notifications from sites you do not trust.

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Quick menu:

• What is Torg?
• STEP 1. Manual removal of Torg malware.
• STEP 2. Check if your computer is clean.

How to remove malware manually?

Manual malware removal is a complicated task - usually it is best to allow antivirus or anti-malware programs to do this automatically. To remove this malware we recommend using Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows.

If you wish to remove malware manually, the first step is to identify the name of the malware that you are trying to remove. Here is an example of a suspicious program running on a user's computer:

If you checked the list of programs running on your computer, for example, using task manager, and identified a program that looks suspicious, you should continue with these steps:

Download a program called Autoruns. This program shows auto-start applications, Registry, and file system locations:

Restart your computer into Safe Mode:

Windows XP and Windows 7 users: Start your computer in Safe Mode. Click Start, click Shut Down, click Restart, click OK. During your computer start process, press the F8 key on your keyboard multiple times until you see the Windows Advanced Option menu, and then select Safe Mode with Networking from the list.

Video showing how to start Windows 7 in "Safe Mode with Networking":

Windows 8 users: Start Windows 8 is Safe Mode with Networking - Go to Windows 8 Start Screen, type Advanced, in the search results select Settings. Click Advanced startup options, in the opened "General PC Settings" window, select Advanced startup.

Click the "Restart now" button. Your computer will now restart into the "Advanced Startup options menu". Click the "Troubleshoot" button, and then click the "Advanced options" button. In the advanced option screen, click "Startup settings".

Click the "Restart" button. Your PC will restart into the Startup Settings screen. Press F5 to boot in Safe Mode with Networking.

Video showing how to start Windows 8 in "Safe Mode with Networking":

Windows 10 users: Click the Windows logo and select the Power icon. In the opened menu click "Restart" while holding "Shift" button on your keyboard. In the "choose an option" window click on the "Troubleshoot", next select "Advanced options".

In the advanced options menu select "Startup Settings" and click on the "Restart" button. In the following window you should click the "F5" button on your keyboard. This will restart your operating system in safe mode with networking.

Video showing how to start Windows 10 in "Safe Mode with Networking":

Extract the downloaded archive and run the Autoruns.exe file.

In the Autoruns application, click "Options" at the top and uncheck "Hide Empty Locations" and "Hide Windows Entries" options. After this procedure, click the "Refresh" icon.

Check the list provided by the Autoruns application and locate the malware file that you want to eliminate.

You should write down its full path and name. Note that some malware hides process names under legitimate Windows process names. At this stage, it is very important to avoid removing system files. After you locate the suspicious program you wish to remove, right click your mouse over its name and choose "Delete".

After removing the malware through the Autoruns application (this ensures that the malware will not run automatically on the next system startup), you should search for the malware name on your computer. Be sure to enable hidden files and folders before proceeding. If you find the filename of the malware, be sure to remove it.

Reboot your computer in normal mode. Following these steps should remove any malware from your computer. Note that manual threat removal requires advanced computer skills. If you do not have these skills, leave malware removal to antivirus and anti-malware programs.

These steps might not work with advanced malware infections. As always it is best to prevent infection than try to remove malware later. To keep your computer safe, install the latest operating system updates and use antivirus software. To be sure your computer is free of malware infections, we recommend scanning it with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

My device is infected with Torg malware, should I format my storage device to get rid of it?

Formatting a device can completely eliminate malware, but it also deletes all files if they have been backed up. Before doing a full wipe, it is usually better to attempt removal using a reliable security tool such as Combo Cleaner.

What are the biggest issues that malware can cause?

Malware can give attackers access to a device, corrupt or delete important files, steal files and personal information, and more. It can lead to financial loss, identity theft, data loss, account hijacking, additional infections, and other serious issues.

What is the purpose of Torg?

Torg is designed to collect saved passwords, browser data, session tokens, crypto wallet information, and other data from many different apps and services. The stolen data is then sent to attackers, who can use it to access accounts, steal money, commit identity theft, and for other malicious purposes.

How did Torg infiltrate my device?

Torg infects devices mainly through unreliable downloads like cracked software, game cheats, or fake installers, as well as tricks like ClickFix. A hidden dropper plants the malware and hides it using obfuscation. A loader then runs in the background to prepare the system. Finally, the Torg stealer runs in memory and starts collecting data.

Will Combo Cleaner protect me from malware?

Combo Cleaner can detect and remove many malware infections. However, some advanced threats may hide deeper in the system and be harder to detect. That is why running a full system scan is important to help ensure all malicious files are found and removed.