Hackers Exploit Vulnerability In 15 000 Industrial Routers Worldwide
The issue, identified as CVE-2024-12856, affects the F3x24 and F3x36 models. It allows attackers to take control of the routers remotely by exploiting their default login credentials, putting thousands of devices at risk. Security researchers at VulnCheck reported the problem. The vulnerability allows attackers to gain unauthorized control over affected routers remotely. Hackers use default credentials to execute reverse shells, compromising around 15,000 devices. Vulnerability links to Mirai malware, responsible for over 33% of IoT malware attacks recently....