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What Is Cryptojacking And How To Avoid This Attack
February 22, 2018 · Heimdal Security · Severity: LOW
Monero, Coinhive, cryptojacking, website script injections to mine cryptocurrency. What’s all the fuss? We thought it’s the time someone posted a simple, easy to follow explanation of why everyone is talking about this and why you should also upgrade your security. The short story: online thieves can now steal your money and your information, while also driving […] The post What Is Cryptojacking And How To Avoid This Attack appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.
Key Takeaways
- Heimdal Security explained cryptojacking, including Monero mining scripts and website script injections that steal computing power.
- Online thieves inject cryptocurrency mining code into websites and devices to monetize victims' computing power without their consent.
- Users should deploy ad blockers and keep software updated to reduce exposure to cryptojacking scripts.