Murdoc Botnet Strikes: Avtech Cameras and Huawei Routers Under Siege!
The Murdoc Botnet is causing chaos by exploiting vulnerabilities in Avtech cameras and Huawei routers, ensnaring over 1,300 devices into a botnet. With more than 100 servers in tow, Murdoc spreads Mirai malware to launch DDoS attacks like it’s a game of “Whack-a-Mole” gone digital. Stay updated to dodge this cyber circus!
Hot Take:
Looks like the Murdoc Botnet is auditioning for the role of “Internet’s Most Wanted” by hijacking Avtech cameras and Huawei routers. It’s like Mirai’s evil twin decided to throw a hacking party and everyone’s invited—if your device is unpatched, that is. Time to lock down those gadgets tighter than a drum, folks!
Key Points:
- The Murdoc Botnet exploits vulnerabilities in Avtech cameras and Huawei routers.
- 1,300 IPs have been identified as part of the botnet network.
- More than 100 servers are used for command-and-control operations.
- Murdoc is capable of launching DDoS attacks.
- Most infections are found in Malaysia, Thailand, Mexico, and Indonesia.
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