Why Hackers Love XMRig
XMRig is legitimate Monero mining software, but it’s also the weapon of choice for cryptojackers. Attackers exploit unpatched servers, weak SSH credentials, and cracked software installers to deploy it silently. Unlike Bitcoin, Monero transactions are private — victims can’t see where the coins went. If you find XMRig on your system, don’t just delete it. Ask how it got there. That backdoor won’t stay empty for long.