Thehackernews KadNap Malware Infects 14,000+ Edge Devices for Proxy Botnet Operations
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The KadNap malware has infected over 14,000 edge devices, primarily targeting ASUS routers, to create a decentralized proxy botnet. This botnet utilizes a custom version of the Kademlia Distributed Hash Table protocol, complicating efforts to identify and disrupt its command-and-control infrastructure. The malware has been active since August 2025, raising significant concerns about its potential for cybercrime activities.
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2025-08-01
KadNap malware first detected targeting edge devices
2025-08-15
KadNap botnet reaches 1,000 infected devices
2025-12-01
KadNap botnet grows to 5,000 infected devices
2026-03-10
KadNap malware infects over 14,000 devices
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