Cybersecurity specialists from Eset have reported a “targeted” destruction of the Botnet Mozi, which managed to infiltrate over a million Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The proliferation of IoT devices has expanded their usage among consumers, including vehicles, smart home systems, smart clothing, medical devices, and remote monitoring capabilities.
The specialists from Eset have observed and documented the deliberate effort to dismantle the Botnet Mozi, which had gained control over a significant number of IoT devices globally. The Botnet Mozi posed a significant threat to the integrity and security of these devices, as it had the ability to execute various cyber attacks and compromise sensitive data.
According to the Eset report, the targeted destruction of the Botnet Mozi resulted in neutralizing its command-and-control infrastructure. This network of compromised IoT devices was being used to conduct distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, mine for cryptocurrencies, and steal sensitive information.
The Cybersecurity specialists at Eset believe that the successful dismantling of the Botnet Mozi will significantly reduce the potential for cyber attacks on IoT devices. However, they caution that the constantly evolving nature of cyber threats requires continued vigilance and proactive security measures.