How botnets infiltrate the internet of things
Summary
Marketplace Tech host Stephanie Hughes interviews cybersecurity journalist Brian Krebs about botnets compromising routers and TV boxes. They discuss how devices, particularly those offering pirated streaming services, are infected with malware to launch massive DDoS attacks. Krebs explains the mechanics of these attacks and advises consumers to replace old routers with modern, self-patching hardware to improve security.
Topics discussed
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Botnets in routers and TV boxes explained
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How botnets enslave devices for DDoS attacks
Mechanics of botnet command and control
Advice on securing home networks and routers
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