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Your old router could be a security threat - here's why and what to do

  • The FBI and Dutch police took down two botnets last year that infected thousands of older wireless routers globally.
  • These attacks exploited outdated, end-of-life routers lacking manufacturer support and security patches, enabling malware called TheMoon to hijack devices remotely.
  • Infected routers were reconfigured to serve as proxy servers sold via Anyproxy.net and 5socks.net, with over 7,000 proxies available for monthly fees from $9.95 to $110.
  • The FBI reported the botnet included over 260,000 compromised devices spread across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia and warned users to replace or secure vulnerable routers.
  • The operation, named Moonlander, resulted in indictments against four individuals believed to have gained more than $46 million and highlighted ongoing risks from legacy routers.
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Your old router could be a security threat - here's why and what to do

The FBI is alerting people with older, unsupported routers that they could be targeted by malware.

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01net broke the news in on Monday, May 12, 2025.
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