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New Mirai-Based Linux Botnet 'Evooo1Bot' Turns Victims Into Proxies
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Fusion42 · 14 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The new Evooo1Bot Linux botnet, based on Mirai, exploits multiple vulnerabilities in edge devices globally, turning infected devices into proxies for concealed attacker operations.
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You face a new generation of IoT malware that weaponises infected devices as proxy nodes, escalating risks beyond usual DDoS to stealthy internal network attacks. This demands immediate review of device exposure and access controls to prevent your systems being used as covert attack platforms.
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