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Special. This impacts browsers ( Chrome )
So, may have impacted mobile devices.
If you visited certain web pages they may have launched a hidden window on your system.
Not to hack you, but to gain cpu cycles. Basically, the by having the open window, your system is used for their benefit - creating or 'mining' crypto-currency.
I have a thread on BlockChain, crypto-currencies, you can dig into should you want more info.
Solution, ensure your anti-malware is up to date. Your Anti-Virus while you are at it.
Websites use your CPU to mine cryptocurrency even when you close your browser
So, may have impacted mobile devices.
If you visited certain web pages they may have launched a hidden window on your system.
Not to hack you, but to gain cpu cycles. Basically, the by having the open window, your system is used for their benefit - creating or 'mining' crypto-currency.
I have a thread on BlockChain, crypto-currencies, you can dig into should you want more info.
Solution, ensure your anti-malware is up to date. Your Anti-Virus while you are at it.
Websites use your CPU to mine cryptocurrency even when you close your browser