CyberWire Daily

A new Mirai-based botnet.

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Jan 8, 2025
A new Mirai-based botnet has emerged, raising alarms in the cybersecurity world. Researchers reveal advanced voice phishing schemes exploiting major platforms. Japan attributes over 200 cyberattacks to a hacking group, while ongoing vulnerabilities in SonicWall software are concerning for users. A new government program aims to guide consumers in choosing secure devices. Plus, a discussion highlights the privacy risks of misconfigured license plate readers, showcasing the challenges in our surveillance-driven society.
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INSIGHT

New Mirai-Based Botnet

  • A new Mirai-based botnet, GayFemboy, targets industrial routers and smart devices using zero-day exploits.
  • The botnet has about 15,000 active IPs and launches frequent DDoS attacks.
ADVICE

Android Security Updates

  • Google released Android security updates, addressing 36 vulnerabilities, including critical ones in the system component.
  • Users should update promptly to prevent remote code execution.
ANECDOTE

Voice Phishing Attacks

  • Criminals are using legitimate Apple and Google services for voice phishing attacks, resulting in significant losses like a $4.7M cryptocurrency theft.
  • These attacks trick users with spoofed notifications and account recovery prompts.
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