Mirai Strikes Again: Botnet Spinoffs Wreak Havoc with Global DDoS Attacks
Mirai malware won’t quit! The Murdoc botnet exploits specific flaws in Avtech cameras and Huawei routers, creating havoc through DDoS attacks. Meanwhile, its global sibling targets IoT devices, including TP-Link and Zyxel routers, using weak passwords. Remember, when it comes to IoT security, strong credentials are your best friend!
Hot Take:
It seems like the Mirai botnet just won’t go away, much like your in-laws after Thanksgiving dinner. Now it’s got new tricks up its sleeve, and it’s not just your Wi-Fi that’s under attack—it’s your peace of mind too! With Murdoc botnet making a splashy debut and a Mirai-Bashlite hybrid out there partying, it’s clear the botnet scene is more crowded than a Black Friday sale. Perhaps it’s time to batten down the hatches, or at least change those Wi-Fi passwords from ‘password123’ to something slightly more creative.
Key Points:
- Mirai botnet spinoffs are causing a fresh wave of DDoS attacks globally.
- Murdoc_Botnet is exploiting vulnerabilities in Avtech cameras and Huawei routers.
- Another botnet uses Mirai and Bashlite malware variants for global attacks.
- Weak credentials and security flaws in IoT devices are common targets.
- Researchers recommend multiple mitigation strategies to counter DDoS attacks.