Russia: hackers target Western internet routers for espionage
Russian hacking group APT28 (also known as Fancy Bear or Forest Blizzard) is conducting a global campaign compromising SOHO routers to hijack DNS traffic and spy on Western military, government and security targets.
Security experts warn of the importance of regularly updating router firmware and monitoring unusual activity to protect against this threat.
This operation reveals the vulnerability of consumer-grade network equipment used as access points for espionage operations targeting critical institutions.