Originally published by Pentera.Cryptomining has surged in popularity, driven by the growing value of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. With leaked credentials easier than ever to acquire, attackers are looking for ways to profit, which has led to a rise in malicious cryptomining, or cryptojacking. This is where attackers hijack computer resources to mine cryptocurrency without the owner’s consent. These cryptojacking attacks can significantly degrade system performance, increase el…