KadNap Malware Infects 14,000+ Edge Devices for Proxy Botnet Operations

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.