New Mirai Botnet Variant ‘Broadside’ Targets Users with Active Attacks
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A new variant of the Mirai botnet, named 'Broadside', has been identified actively attacking users. This variant exploits vulnerabilities in IoT devices, putting a wide range of users at risk. Cybersecurity experts are urging affected individuals to secure their devices against these attacks.
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