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Britons warned about Russian hackers targeting internet routers for espionage
Expert stresses importance of staying alert for unusual activity, as hackers could ‘take you to fake sites’
TL;DR
- Russian hackers are targeting internet routers for espionage purposes.
- These attacks can lead to credential theft, redirection to fake sites, and access to other network devices.
- The NCSC believes the operations are opportunistic, targeting a wide range of victims.
- The suspected group behind the attacks is APT28 or Fancy Bear, linked to Russian intelligence.
- Edge devices like routers are common targets as they bridge users and the cloud.
- The US has banned the sale of non-US made consumer routers due to national security risks.
- Experts highlight that many existing routers are outdated and no longer receive security updates.
- Individuals and small businesses are advised to keep routers updated and monitor for unusual network activity.