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New Mirai variant adds stealth capabilities to notorious botnet code
August 13, 2026 · The Record · Severity: MEDIUM
A new variant of the Mirai botnet introduces encrypted command-and-control communications and a sniffer for default access credentials. These additions significantly improve the malware's stealth and ability to compromise vulnerable IoT devices.
Key Takeaways
- New Mirai variant adds encrypted C2 communications and a credential sniffer.
- Stealth capabilities enhance the notorious botnet's evasion and persistence.
- Default credential scanning expands the botnet's potential for device compromise.