: If this file is running on your system, you may notice: Significant system slowdowns or lagging [3, 5].
: The name is designed to look like a tool from reputable sites like TechPowerUp (famous for GPU-Z), but it is not an official file from them [1, 4]. TechPowerGPU.rar
: Look for suspicious entries in your "Startup" tab in Task Manager that might be re-triggering the miner [4]. : If this file is running on your
: Remove the .rar file and any extracted contents from your system. : Remove the
: Use a reputable antivirus or anti-malware tool (like Windows Defender or Malwarebytes) to perform a Full System Scan to ensure no persistent scripts were installed [3, 5].
: If you have downloaded this file, do not extract or run it.
High GPU or CPU usage in Task Manager, often disappearing when you open the Task Manager window [4]. Increased hardware temperatures and loud fan noise [5]. Recommended Actions