While Ghost has a graphical user interface (GUI), power users often run ghost64.exe via the command line to automate tasks. Some common switches include:

Because ghost64.exe needs to manipulate the drive while the OS isn't "using" it, it is rarely run from within a standard Windows session. Instead, it is typically launched from a running Windows PE.

The most widespread abuse of ghost64.exe involves hidden cryptocurrency miners. The malware runs silently, using your CPU or GPU to mine Monero or Bitcoin. Users notice high CPU usage, fan noise, and lag. Because the name "ghost" suggests something invisible, it’s a fitting alias for a stealth miner.

ghost64.exe uses with domain generation algorithm (DGA) and TLS certificate pinning.

To use Ghost64.exe, you typically need to run it from a or a bootable USB drive, as you cannot clone a system drive while the operating system is actively using it. Launch the Tool : Run ghost64.exe as an administrator.