**Cryptocurrency Mining Malware Continues to Spread** For weeks, a new type of cryptocurrency mining malware, dubbed Adylkuzz, has been spreading rapidly across the globe. Unlike the recent ransomware attacks like WannaCry, Adylkuzz does not encrypt files or demand ransoms. Instead, it hijacks a computer's resources to mine Monero, a privacy-focused cryptocurrency. Adylkuzz is highly sophisticated and difficult to detect. It uses advanced techniques to avoid antivirus software and can spread through various methods, including phishing emails, drive-by downloads, and social engineering attacks. Once infected, Adylkuzz silently runs in the background, consuming large amounts of CPU and memory resources. This can slow down the infected computer and increase electricity consumption. Experts warn that Adylkuzz is a significant threat to businesses and individuals alike. It can cause financial losses by mining cryptocurrency and draining system resources. To protect against Adylkuzz and similar threats, it is crucial to keep operating systems and software up to date, use strong security software, and be cautious when clicking links or opening attachments in emails.
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