Original Post: Mirai DDoS Attack | Emerging Botnet Variants
The Mirai Internet of Things (IoT) botnet, notorious for targeting connected household devices like cameras and routers, continues to evolve and pose significant cybersecurity threats. Known for executing massive DDoS attacks, Mirai has recently been seen exploiting web vulnerabilities to target over 1,200 sites, affecting 780 customer accounts with more than 200 different malicious URLs. The malware typically exploits known vulnerabilities to execute shell commands that download and install additional malware on infected devices.
Mirai’s resurgence coincides with a broader trend of using AI and machine learning to generate sophisticated DDoS attacks. This dual threat of AI-enhanced attack strategies and enduring botnets requires organizations to enhance their cybersecurity measures. Mirai operates through three workflows: scanning for potential new devices, infecting them with malware, and launching DDoS attacks. It conceals itself and competes with other malware by self-deleting and killing competing processes. The use of IoT devices’ inherent vulnerabilities has made them prime targets for such botnets.
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