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In late May, Cisco security researchers uncovered a router-hacking malware named VPNFilter, which was reported to infect more than 500,000 consumer Wi-Fi devices. At that time, the infected router belonged to companies like TP-Link, Linksys, MikroTik, and Linksys. As per the latest development report, additional device vendors are being targeted by the malware. The new […]
This week only, Cisco reported about the malware called VPNFilter which is assumed to have targeted around 500,000 routers to create a massive botnet. It’s believed that the malware, having a resemblance to BlackEnergy malware, could have its roots originating in Russia. The manufacturers of affected routers and other network-connected devices include brands like Linksys, […]
Short Bytes: A dangerous Android malware named Trojan.AndroidOS.Switcher has been discovered by the security researchers at Kaspersky Lab. The malware, disguised as two different mobile apps, tries to brute force the password of Wi-Fi routers and control the entire network. Surprisingly, the malicious settings even manage to survive a router reboot. Researchers have shared few rogue DNS servers […]
Short Bytes: Linux.Wifatch not only prevents further attacks from router malware, it also shows a message telling the people to change passwords and update the firmware. When you combine the two words router and malware, the end result is just scary. Commonly router malware sneaks into your network and deploys attacks on your systems. Hacked home routers […]