Google Disrupts IPIDEA's Global Malicious Proxy Network

Google Disrupts IPIDEA's Global Malicious Proxy Network

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Google's Threat Intelligence Group, in collaboration with industry partners, has disrupted the IPIDEA proxy network, which hijacked consumer devices such as smartphones and desktop computers. This network was used to route third-party traffic through compromised devices, facilitating malicious activities. Key actions included legal measures to take down controlling domains.

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