What Is Cryptojacking? Working, Types

Cryptojacking is a stealthy cybercrime where hackers hijack your device’s computing power to mine cryptocurrency without your consent. It slows down your system, drains your battery, causes overheating, and can lead to costly electricity or cloud service bills. Attackers use methods like infected downloads, malicious email links, or even by injecting mining scripts into websites and ads.

There are different types of cryptojacking: file-based (via software or attachments), cloud-based (targeting services like AWS), and browser-based (activated just by visiting a site). Detecting it involves noticing system slowdowns, high CPU usage, battery drain, or spikes in cloud/server costs.

To protect yourself, use trusted antivirus tools, install mining-blocker browser extensions, keep your software updated, and be cautious with downloads and emails. Businesses should secure their cloud infrastructure and monitor for unusual usage.

Real incidents like YouTube ad cryptojacking and Coinhive’s misuse prove it’s a real threat. But with the right steps, you can stay ahead of these silent attacks.

Stay safe — protect your devices now. ? Read more in the blog to dive deeper into detection techniques, prevention tools, and real-world case studies.

https://cryptoreach.io/blog/cryptojacking/