You might think cryptojacking only targets powerful computers, but the truth is, anything with a CPU and an internet connection is fair game. Yep, that includes your phone, your smart TV, and even your printer! Think of it like this: if it has a brain and can talk to the internet, it can be hijacked […]

Imagine your computer working overtime, but you’re not doing anything. It’s running hot, slowing down, and basically acting like it’s training for a marathon. You might be a victim of cryptojacking. Cryptojacking is a sneaky cyberattack where hackers hijack your computer’s processing power to mine cryptocurrency. They basically turn your device into a digital slave, […]

Employ Cybersecurity best practices to help you protect your internet-connected systems and devices against cryptojacking. Be sure to use and maintain antivirus software – it recognizes and protects a computer against malware – allowing you to detect and remove a possibly unwanted program before it can do any harm. It’s best to make sure your […]

Cybercriminals distribute cryptojacking malware through weaponized mobile applications, botnets, and social media platforms by manipulating flaws in applications and servers, and by hijacking Wi-Fi hotspots. With the cryptomining software installed, the malicious cybercriminals effectively hijack the processing power of the victim devices and systems to earn cryptocurrency. Also, malicious cyber actors may infect a website […]

Cryptocurrencies are largely accessed using a private digital key that cannot be reset if you forget it. Unlike most passwords for online accounts, these aren’t stored anywhere, which presents the risk of permanently losing access to your account if you don’t have your credentials properly stored. Before making any significant cryptocurrency purchases, be sure you’re […]

Cold wallets aren’t connected to the internet, which renders them much safer than other digital wallets. They generate public and private keys, which are printed on a physical piece of paper. Any crypto stored on the cold wallet can only be accessed if you have that paper’s keys in your possession. Other than the blockchain, […]