Cybersecurity researchers from the Qualys Threat Research Unit have observed a new large-scale operation exploiting vulnerabilities in IP cameras and routers to build out a botnet.
In a technical analysis, Qualys said the attackers were mostly exploiting CVE-2017-17215 and CVE-2024-7029, seeking to compromise AVTECH IP cameras, and Huawei HG532 routers. The botnet is essentially Mirai, although in this case it was dubbed Murdoc. Qualys said Murdoc demonstrated “enhanced capabilities, exploiting vulnerabilities to compromise devices and establish expansive botnet networks.” The campaign most likely started in July 2024, and has so far managed to compromise 1,370 systems.
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