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# [What Is Browser Hijacking?](https://sagunwrites.hashnode.dev/what-is-browser-hijacking?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn what browser hijacking is, how it changes browser behavior, why redirects happen, and how hijacked browsers can create security risks.

Aug 1 · 4 min read · sagunwrites.hashnode.dev  
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Computer Science student focused on systems programming, Linux, cybersecurity, and software development. I write technical articles and build projects to deepen my understanding of computer systems while documenting my learning journey.

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