Browser hijacking occurs when unwanted software on an internet browser alters the activity of the browser. ... Sometimes companies add small programs to browsers without permission from users. The makers of hijacking software range from computer and software manufacturers to hackers — or any combination of the three.

What is meant by hijacking in computer?

Hijacking occurs when an intruder takes control of a session between a server and the client. ... In an instance such as this, when an attacker surveys the data passing in the TCP session, he can take control of the user's session; this is yet another reason why it is called session hijacking.

What is an example of hijacking?

The definition of hijack is to take over something that doesn't belong to you such as a plane, ship, bus or other vehicle, to commandeer or to take over by force. When you take control of a conversation others were having and make it all about you, this is an example of a time when you hijack the conversation.