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May 2023
24m 33s

Mirai’s new variant targets IoT devices....

N2K Networks
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New Mirai malware uses low-complexity exploits to expand its botnet in IoT devices. The latest on Volt Typhoon. DDoS hits government sites in Senegal. The Pentagon's cyber strategy incorporates lessons from Russia's war, while the EU draws lessons from Ukraine's performance against Russia. Joe Carrigan explains Mandiant research on URL obfuscation. Mr. Secur ... Show More
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