Remove Sorano Bot malware

Proper guide to delete Sorano Bot malware

Sorano Bot malware is the name of malware that can used to download files on the infected machine, change cryptocurrency wallet addresses saved in system clipboard, mine cryptocurrency, view opened websites and take screenshots. This functionality seems so legit and useful. But unfortunately, now a day this tool is used by the cyber criminals as well as developers of this tool is promoting this RAT in various hacker forums. Fast removal of the threat is recommended.

Cyber crooks often use this software to steal user’s information to generate illegal revenue. Moreover, this malware can be used to download files and execute them. In most of the cases, it has been seen that this feature is used to infect system with additional malware like adware, browser hijacker, Trojan, ransomware etc. It could be used for other malicious purposes as well. It can add computer to the botnet and cause infection to other connected devices.

The main function of Sorano Bot malware is clipper malware which means cyber hackers replace cryptocurrency wallet address (Bitcoin, Monero, UA, WMR, WMZ and WME) saved in system clipboard to other wallets. Furthermore, this malware can be used to enable cryptocurrency miner. Cyber criminals use these resources by mining cryptocurrency and diminish the PC general performance and speed. Moreover, Sorano Bot malware can be used as a tool to take screenshots.

Once this malware gets installed, it adds itself on the list of startup programs and also capable of denying access to files and folders. Further, Sorano Bot malware are considered to be dangerous. These harmful programs can cause severe privacy issues, financial losses, browsing safety and even lead identity theft. If your system is already infected by this malware then we recommend you to use reliable antivirus removal tool and delete it immediately.

Threat specification

Name: Sorano Bot malware

 Type: Trojan, password stealing virus, spyware, banking malware

 Danger Level: High (it can bring viruses like Ransomware on your PC)

 Working: Steal password, personal details, banking info etc. and share with hackers.

 Description: It is a malicious infection that downloads and executes malware on your PC including Ransomware.

 Symptoms: spam emails, Slow PC, freezing computer, unresponsive programs etc.

Distribution methods: infected email attachments, social engineering, software cracks and malicious online ads, p2p sharing networks.

Removal: Both manual as well as automatic guidelines have been prescribed below under this article.

Harmful properties of Sorano Bot malware:

• It can infect all kinds of Windows operating system all over the world.
• It blocks firewall, task manager, control panel and real antivirus program.
• It consumes large amount of resources of the system memory.
• It install harmful files and malware infections like spyware, adware etc.
• It corrupts the system files and windows registries.
• It slow down overall performance and make your PC totally useless.

Ways to spread Sorano Bot malware:

Sorano Bot malware usually spread into the target system via various sources like spam email campaign, downloading unwanted program, untrustworthy software download channels, using infected USB devices, software cracking tools, fake updates, clicking on malicious links, visiting adult site and many other tricky ways. Cyber offender often sends thousands of spam emails to the recipients which contain lots of attached files.

The main aim behind this is to trick user into opening such file. Once opened, attached files cause the installation of malware infections. One more popular method to deceive users into infecting system with malware is to use unreliable software download sources. It can be achieved by disguising such files as legitimate. When users download those files, their device will get infected with malicious software.

How to avoid installation of malware?

All programs and files should only be downloaded using official websites and direct links. None of the sources mentioned above should be used as it can offer bundled or deceptive content. Further, it is advised to update installed programs with tools that are provided by their official developers. Files and links present in irrelevant emails should not be opened. Typically, such emails look official and legitimate but there is high possibility that they are used to infiltrate malicious programs. To keep the system safe and secure from further damage, you are advised to remove Sorano Bot malware from the computer without any delay.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Important Note: This malware asks you to enable the web browser notifications. So, before you go the manual removal process, execute these steps.

Google Chrome (PC)

• Go to right upper corner of the screen and click on three dots to open the Menu button
• Select “Settings”. Scroll the mouse downward to choose “Advanced” option
• Go to “Privacy and Security” section by scrolling downward and then select “Content settings” and then “Notification” option
• Find each suspicious URLs and click on three dots on the right side and choose “Block” or “Remove” option

Google Chrome (Android)

• Go to right upper corner of the screen and click on three dots to open the menu button and then click on “Settings”
• Scroll down further to click on “site settings” and then press on “notifications” option
• In the newly opened window, choose each suspicious URLs one by one
• In the permission section, select “notification” and “Off” the toggle button

Mozilla Firefox

• On the right corner of the screen, you will notice three dots which is the “Menu” button
• Select “Options” and choose “Privacy and Security” in the toolbar present in the left side of the screen
• Slowly scroll down and go to “Permission” section then choose “Settings” option next to “Notifications”
• In the newly opened window, select all the suspicious URLs. Click on the drop-down menu and select “Block”

Internet Explorer

• In the Internet Explorer window, select the Gear button present on the right corner
• Choose “Internet Options”
• Select “Privacy” tab and then “Settings” under the “Pop-up Blocker” section
• Select all the suspicious URLs one by one and click on the “Remove” option

Microsoft Edge

• Open the Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots on the right corner of the screen to open the menu
• Scroll down and select “Settings”
• Scroll down further to choose “view advanced settings”
• In the “Website Permission” option, click on “Manage” option
• Click on switch under every suspicious URL

Safari (Mac):

• On the upper right side corner, click on “Safari” and then select “Preferences”
• Go to “website” tab and then choose “Notification” section on the left pane
• Search for the suspicious URLs and choose “Deny” option for each one of them

Manual Steps to Remove Sorano Bot malware:

Remove the related items of Sorano Bot malware using Control-Panel

Windows 7 Users

Click “Start” (the windows logo at the bottom left corner of the desktop screen), select “Control Panel”. Locate the “Programs” and then followed by clicking on “Uninstall Program”

Windows XP Users

Click “Start” and then choose “Settings” and then click “Control Panel”. Search and click on “Add or Remove Program’ option

Windows 10 and 8 Users:

Go to the lower left corner of the screen and right-click. In the “Quick Access” menu, choose “Control Panel”. In the newly opened window, choose “Program and Features”

Mac OSX Users

Click on “Finder” option. Choose “Application” in the newly opened screen. In the “Application” folder, drag the app to “Trash”. Right click on the Trash icon and then click on “Empty Trash”.

In the uninstall programs window, search for the PUAs. Choose all the unwanted and suspicious entries and click on “Uninstall” or “Remove”.

After you uninstall all the potentially unwanted program causing Sorano Bot malware issues, scan your computer with an anti-malware tool for any remaining PUPs and PUAs or possible malware infection. To scan the PC, use the recommended the anti-malware tool.

How to Remove Adware (Sorano Bot malware) from Internet Browsers

Delete malicious add-ons and extensions from IE

Click on the gear icon at the top right corner of Internet Explorer. Select “Manage Add-ons”. Search for any recently installed plug-ins or add-ons and click on “Remove”.

Additional Option

If you still face issues related to Sorano Bot malware removal, you can reset the Internet Explorer to its default setting.

Windows XP users: Press on “Start” and click “Run”. In the newly opened window, type “inetcpl.cpl” and click on the “Advanced” tab and then press on “Reset”.

Windows Vista and Windows 7 Users: Press the Windows logo, type inetcpl.cpl in the start search box and press enter.  In the newly opened window, click on the “Advanced Tab” followed by “Reset” button.

For Windows 8 Users: Open IE and click on the “gear” icon. Choose “Internet Options”

Select the “Advanced” tab in the newly opened window

Press on “Reset” option

You have to press on the “Reset” button again to confirm that you really want to reset the IE

Remove Doubtful and Harmful Extension from Google Chrome

Go to menu of Google Chrome by pressing on three vertical dots and select on “More tools” and then “Extensions”. You can search for all the recently installed add-ons and remove all of them.

Optional Method

If the problems related to Sorano Bot malware still persists or you face any issue in removing, then it is advised that your reset the Google Chrome browse settings. Go to three dotted points at the top right corner and choose “Settings”. Scroll down bottom and click on “Advanced”.

At the bottom, notice the “Reset” option and click on it.

In the next opened window, confirm that you want to reset the Google Chrome settings by click on the “Reset” button.

Remove Sorano Bot malware plugins (including all other doubtful plug-ins) from Firefox Mozilla

Open the Firefox menu and select “Add-ons”. Click “Extensions”.  Select all the recently installed browser plug-ins.

Optional Method

If you face problems in Sorano Bot malware removal then you have the option to rese the settings of Mozilla Firefox.

Open the browser (Mozilla Firefox) and click on the “menu” and then click on “Help”.

Choose “Troubleshooting Information”

In the newly opened pop-up window, click “Refresh Firefox” button

The next step is to confirm that really want to reset the Mozilla Firefox settings to its default by clicking on “Refresh Firefox” button.

Remove Malicious Extension from Safari

Open the Safari and go to its “Menu” and select “Preferences”.

Click on the “Extension” and select all the recently installed “Extensions” and then click on “Uninstall”.

Optional Method

Open the “Safari” and go menu. In the drop-down menu, choose “Clear History and Website Data”.

In the newly opened window, select “All History” and then press on “Clear History” option.

Delete Sorano Bot malware (malicious add-ons) from Microsoft Edge

Open Microsoft Edge and go to three horizontal dot icons at the top right corner of the browser. Select all the recently installed extensions and right click on the mouse to “uninstall”

Optional Method

Open the browser (Microsoft Edge) and select “Settings”

Next steps is to click on “Choose what to clear” button

Click on “show more” and then select everything and then press on “Clear” button.

Conclusion

In most cases, the PUPs and adware gets inside the marked PC through unsafe freeware downloads. It is advised that you should only choose developers website only while downloading any kind of free applications.  Choose custom or advanced installation process so that you can trace the additional PUPs listed for installation along with the main program.