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Shadow DNS Malware Targets Routers to Hijack Internet Traffic

First seen 4 Feb 2026, 14:39 UTC GbhackersCyberpressCybersecuritynews 48

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A new malware known as Shadow DNS exploits vulnerabilities in routers to intercept and manipulate internet communications. This operation affects users by redirecting their web traffic through compromised devices, potentially leading to data breaches and privacy violations. Technical details indicate that the malware leverages weaknesses in the Domain Name System (DNS) to achieve its objectives.