Cryptojacking is becoming a real menace

Cryptojacking — the malicious practice of hijacking one's computer resources to mine cryptocurrencies — has taken off in a big way near the end of last year. 
According to a report by Symantec, published on Wednesday, cryptojacking has surged by 8,500% last year, especially since September — which is roughly the time when the price of Bitcoin and Ethereum really hit the stratosphere. 
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