NortonLifeLock will now let users to mine ethereum safely through Norton Crypto

Cybersecurity has become the  most discussed topic in a world that is heavily dependent on the Internet. Cyber attackers are always looking for new ways to attack, steal and earn money through user data. 

 

Now cyberattackers are using crypto jacking to infect computers. Crypto jacking is a malicious form of crypto mining in which cyberattackers hack the personal  computers and laptops to steal users cryptocurrency wallets or to illegally mine cryptocurrencies.

 

This poses a major threat to user’s crypto wallets. In order to enable user safety during crypto mining NortonLifeLock has launched NortonCrypto. 

 

NortonCrypto will only be available to customers that have access to Norton360 premium Antivirus. The new feature will offer a secure and trustworthy way to mine Ethereum. The moment they have earned the cryptocurrency they can transfer their earnings to the Norton Crypto wallet.

 

 Users can also track their crypto earnings through Norton’s Crypto wallet. The wallet will be stored on the cloud, so there are no chances to lose data even after a hard drive failure.

 

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Mining is a complex process and is prone to cyberattacks. The risky code that runs on computers/ laptops(for crypto mining) can plant ransomware in the computer or might inject a dangerous virus.

 

Norton Crypto resolves most of the safety and security issues. It even keeps the crypto wallets safe from phishing attacks. 

 

According to TechNuter  Vincent Pilette, CEO of NortonLifeLock, said, “As the crypto economy continues to become a more important part of our customers’ lives, we want to empower them to mine cryptocurrency with Norton, a brand they trust. Norton Crypto is yet another innovative example of how we are expanding our Cyber Safety platform to protect our customers’ ever-evolving digital lives.”

 

NortonLifeLock is an American Software that provides cybersecurity software and related services. Their extensive products and services are designed to offer optimum security. Norton mobile antivirus software is specifically designed to provide rigid security to android and iOSusers. Norton’s secure VPN provides users with a safe streaming experience.