ASUS Router Ruckus: Operation WrtHug Hijacks 50,000 Devices Worldwide!
Operation WrtHug hijacks thousands of outdated ASUS WRT routers globally, exploiting six vulnerabilities, with no infections in China. Attackers use command injection flaws and leave devices vulnerable to others. Security updates are available, but if your router’s older than your favorite mixtape, it might be time for an upgrade!
Hot Take:
ASUS routers are having a rough time, getting hijacked left and right in the Operation WrtHug campaign. It’s like a bad sequel where routers are the unsuspecting stars, and hackers are the villains with a knack for exploiting vulnerabilities. So, if your router is acting like it wants a starring role, it might be time to give it a firmware makeover or a much-needed retirement.
Key Points:
- Operation WrtHug has compromised approximately 50,000 ASUS routers globally.
- The campaign exploits six specific vulnerabilities, primarily in outdated ASUS devices.
- The majority of affected routers are in Taiwan, with no infections reported in China.
- A critical flaw, CVE-2025-2492, involves improper authentication control.
- ASUS has issued security patches; users should update their firmware immediately.
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