What it is
Atraps is a Windows trojan that slips onto a PC to steal sensitive data (logins, cookies, system info) and may rope the device into the ZeroAccess botnet. For behavior details and examples, see the Atraps threat guide.
What you may notice
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New logins or MFA prompts you didn’t trigger
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Unknown processes, services, or startup items
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High network activity when idle; security tools crash or disable
How it gets in
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Phishing attachments and fake installers
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Cracked software and malvertising
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Exploits against outdated Windows, browsers, or plugins
Remove it now (quick steps)
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Disconnect from the network; avoid banking or email logins
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Run a full anti-malware scan and reboot
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From a clean device, change passwords and enable MFA
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Review startup items/scheduled tasks; remove unknown entries
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Monitor accounts for unusual activity; consider notifying your bank
Prevent it
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Install software only from official sources
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Keep Windows, browsers, and plugins updated
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Block macros by default; be cautious with archives and links
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Use a password manager + unique passwords + MFA