About this tag
The hidden process tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about processes that run without user visibility, often associated with malware or unwanted activity. In one example, a browser-based crypto miner spawned a hidden iexplore process, causing system slowdowns. Users share troubleshooting steps for detecting and removing such hidden processes, typically by checking Task Manager or using security tools. The tag focuses on practical detection and removal advice for Windows users facing performance issues or suspicious background activity.
  1. Neemobeer

    Browser based Crypto Miner

    Just got done helping a neighbor. Her mouse was spinning and the system was slow. Looked in task manager and saw an iexplore process which had been spawned via a script to run hidden. Basically it was mining crypto currency in the background. Resolving it was simply a matter of closing the...
    • Neemobeer
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    • background processes browser crypto mining cryptocurrency hacking hidden process iexplore malware neighbor assist performance issues privacy resolution scripting security system health system slowdown task manager tech support threat awareness web scripts
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Security