| ID | B0018 |
| Objective(s) | Impact |
| Related ATT&CK Technique | Resource Hijacking |
Uses system resources for other purposes; as a result, the system may not be available for intended uses.
The subsequently defined ATT&CK technique Resource Hijacking is related to this MBC behavior.
| Name | ID | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Cryptojacking | B0018.002 | Consume system resources to mine for cryptocurrency (e.g., Bitcoin, Litecoin, etc.). |
| Password Cracking | B0018.001 | Consume system resources for the purpose of password cracking. |
| Name | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| WebCobra | 2018 | Drops software to mine for cryptocurrency. [1] |
| Adylkuzz | May 2017 | Consumes system resources to mine for cryptocurrency. [2] |
[1] https://securingtomorrow.mcafee.com/other-blogs/mcafee-labs/webcobra-malware-uses-victims-computers-to-mine-cryptocurrency/
[2] https://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/wannacry-uiwix-ransomware-monero-mining-malware-follow-suit/