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Walmart-exclusive router and others sold on Amazon & eBay contain hidden backdoors to control device
CyberNews researchers have discovered that Chinese-made wifi routers have secret backdoors which allow an attacker to not only remotely control the routers, but also any devices connected to it.
Backdoors are a means for an authorized or unauthorized person to gain access to a closed system – in this case, a router – by bypassing the standard security measures and take control, which is known as root access.
These Chinese-made low-cost routers, named as Jetstream, Wavlink and Ematic, usually are sold at Walmart, Amazon, and eBay.
CyberNews has also found evidence that an attacker has attempted to add the devices to a Mirai botnet, a malware which “infects devices connected to a network, turns them into remotely controlled bots as part of a botnet, and uses them in large-scale attacks.” It’s even possible that the router can steal your passwords on your devices no matter how many times you change them.
Source: CyberNews #Nov23
https://cybernews.com/security/walmart-exclusive-routers-others-made-in-china-contain-backdoors-to-control-devices/?fbclid=IwAR3BeD54mnvJIXnpTVKOq_1WlCYZ6ZiOuxJmjawm0PebrTcf169Z_jW5wLg
#CyberSecurity #MadeInChina #Router #Amazon #eBay #Walmart
CyberNews researchers have discovered that Chinese-made wifi routers have secret backdoors which allow an attacker to not only remotely control the routers, but also any devices connected to it.
Backdoors are a means for an authorized or unauthorized person to gain access to a closed system – in this case, a router – by bypassing the standard security measures and take control, which is known as root access.
These Chinese-made low-cost routers, named as Jetstream, Wavlink and Ematic, usually are sold at Walmart, Amazon, and eBay.
CyberNews has also found evidence that an attacker has attempted to add the devices to a Mirai botnet, a malware which “infects devices connected to a network, turns them into remotely controlled bots as part of a botnet, and uses them in large-scale attacks.” It’s even possible that the router can steal your passwords on your devices no matter how many times you change them.
Source: CyberNews #Nov23
https://cybernews.com/security/walmart-exclusive-routers-others-made-in-china-contain-backdoors-to-control-devices/?fbclid=IwAR3BeD54mnvJIXnpTVKOq_1WlCYZ6ZiOuxJmjawm0PebrTcf169Z_jW5wLg
#CyberSecurity #MadeInChina #Router #Amazon #eBay #Walmart
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Chinese routers with backdoors sold in Walmart, Amazon & eBay | Cybernews
Walmart-exclusive Jetstream routers and Wavlink routers contain hidden backdoors. The routers are actively being exploited by Mirai malware
Hong Kong Democracy Movement
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Leaked docs from Shanghai AnXun expose alleged online surveillance by China, targeting UK gov't (Home Office, Treasury, Foreign Development) & Hong Kong institutions (Chinese University, Polytechnic University, Exam Authority, Workers' Union). Methods: phishing, keyword sorting, social media monitoring, remote control. Concerns arise as individuals remain unaware of being watched. Website (http://www.i-soon.net/) inaccessible. #Cybersecurity #SurveillanceLeak #ShanghaiAnXun
Source: The Point Global
Source: The Point Global
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Reports suggest that China is suspected of hacking into the UK Ministry of Defence's payroll system, resulting in the personal data leak of some military personnel, including names, banking details, and addresses. UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps confirmed the breach and stated that the affected system, which operates separately from the main defense network, has been taken offline, and investigations are underway. Shapps emphasized that measures are in place to support and protect UK citizens, and the Prime Minister's office is conducting a comprehensive investigation with expert assistance. While not disclosing specific details or attributing the breach to any country, Shapps mentioned the possibility of state involvement. #Cybersecurity #UKDefenceBreach #China