In recent months, Indonesia has emerged as a significant hotspot in the global cybersecurity landscape, as cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in Internet of Things (IoT) devices to launch large-scale distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. A new variant of the infamous Mirai botnet, dubbed Murdoc Botnet, has been actively targeting IoT devices, including AVTECH IP cameras and Huawei HG532 routers, with Indonesia being one of the most affected countries.…
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Summary: Threat actors are exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Cambium Networks cnPilot routers to deploy the AIRASHI variant of the AISURU botnet for DDoS attacks. The botnet has been active since June 2024, leveraging multiple known vulnerabilities and targeting devices primarily in Brazil, Russia, Vietnam, and Indonesia.…
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This article discusses the ongoing large-scale DDoS attacks orchestrated by an IoT botnet that exploits vulnerable devices, primarily targeting companies in Japan and other countries. The botnet utilizes malware derived from Mirai and Bashlite, affecting various sectors and employing multiple DDoS attack methods. Affected: Japan, North America, Europe
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Large-scale DDoS attacks monitored since the end of 2024.…
Summary: The Cyber Resilience Act in Europe and similar regulations in the UK and US are pushing manufacturers of Internet of Things (IoT) devices to enhance security standards amidst rising cyber threats. This regulatory shift aims to eliminate weak practices like default passwords and inadequate software updates that have contributed to significant vulnerabilities in connected devices.…
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Summary: The FCC is launching a voluntary cybersecurity labeling program to help consumers identify products that meet specific cybersecurity standards, including a new U.S. Cyber Trust Mark. This initiative aims to enhance the security of IoT devices amid rising cyber threats, with labels expected to appear early next year.…
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will be rolling out a voluntary cybersecurity labeling program for Internet of Things (IoT) products for consumers
At its public meeting today, the Commission unanimously voted to approve the program, which will allow IoT manufacturers to slap US Cyber Trust Certification Marks onto products that meet certain minimum criteria defined by the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST).…