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Operation Endgame: Dutch Police Arrest Alleged AVCheck Operator
Dutch police arrest the alleged AVCheck operator at Schiphol as part of Operation Endgame, a global effort targeting malware services and cybercrime.
Millions of Android Powered TVs and Streaming Devices Infected by Kimwolf Botnet
Synthient discovers over 2 million Android TV boxes and smart TVs hijacked by the Kimwolf botnet. Learn how hackers are using home devices to launch DDoS attacks and how you can protect your home network.
RondoDox Botnet is Using React2Shell to Hijack Thousands of Unpatched Devices
RondoDox hackers exploit the React2Shell flaw in Next.js to target 90,000+ devices, including routers, smart cameras, and small business websites.
Cloudflare Blocks Aisuru Botnet Powered Largest Ever 29.7 Tbps DDoS Attack
Cloudflare's Q3 2025 DDoS Threat Report reveals the Aisuru botnet launched a record 29.7 Tbps attack. Learn which sectors were the most targeted, and the key drivers behind the surge in attacks.
Microsoft Azure Blocks 15.72 Tbps Aisuru Botnet DDoS Attack
Microsoft Azure halted a record 15.72 Tbps DDoS attack from the Aisuru botnet exposing risks created by exposed home devices exploited in large-scale cyber attacks.
ShadowV2 Botnet Uses Misconfigured AWS Docker for DDoS-For-Hire Service
Darktrace researchers have uncovered ShadowV2, a new botnet that operates as a DDoS-for-hire service by infecting misconfigured Docker containers on AWS cloud servers.
New Docker Malware Strain Spotted Blocking Rivals on Exposed APIs
Akamai finds new Docker malware blocking rivals on exposed APIs, replacing cryptominers with tools that hint at early botnet development.
Akira Ransomware Hits SonicWall VPNs, Deploys Drivers to Bypass Security
GuidePoint Security uncovers a new Akira ransomware tactic targeting SonicWall VPNs. The group's use of drivers to disable defenses is a significant threat to businesses.
TrickBot Behind More Than $724 Million in Crypto Theft and Extortion
Akamai's latest Ransomware Report 2025 reveals "quadruple extortion," new AI-driven tactics by groups like Black Basta, FunkSec, and TrickBot, and growing threats to non-profits. Learn about evolving cyber threats.
Androxgh0st Botnet Expands Reach, Exploiting US University Servers
New CloudSEK findings show Androxgh0st botnet evolving. Academic institutions, including UC San Diego, hit. Discover how this sophisticated…