Why is Cryptomining Detection a Separate Option?

Bernys Blues

Why is Cryptomining Detection a Separate Option in Bitdefender Total Security?

Seems to me that should be automatically detected.

Flexx

https://community.bitdefender.com/en/discussion/101475/why-is-cryptomining-detection-a-separate-option

Bitdefender introduced Cryptomining Protection in Bitdefender Total Security to offer enhanced defense against cryptomining threats, even though it already uses signatures and behavior blockers. Here’s why this feature was added:

1) Enhanced Protection:

• Advanced Detection: Specialized algorithms provide extra security against new cryptomining threats.
• Real-time Prevention: Blocks cryptomining attempts as they happen to stop malicious activity immediately.

2) Complementary Protection:

• Overcoming Signature Limitations: Signature-based detection only catches known threats, but Cryptomining Protection helps detect new and unknown cryptomining malware.
• Boosted Behavioral Detection: It improves behavioral blockers by focusing on cryptomining-specific actions.

3) Performance and Efficiency:

• Optimized Resource Usage: Designed to use system resources efficiently without slowing down your device.
• Reduced False Positives: Targeted detection minimizes false alerts and increases overall security.

4) User Control:

• Clear Alerts: Notifies users of detected cryptomining activities with clear, actionable alerts.
• Customization: Allows users to adjust settings based on personal preferences.

By adding Cryptomining Protection, Bitdefender strengthens its security suite to guard against increasingly sophisticated cryptomining attacks.

Regards

Bernys Blues

Thanks Flexx.

That explains most of it to me.

Why would someone not select the Cryptomining Detection option?