Chinese attackers are pwning your infrastructure to use in attacks, 10 countries warn
Summary
A joint advisory from 10 countries warns that Chinese threat actors are compromising routers and IoT devices globally. These compromised devices are then used as proxy networks to conduct further attacks, steal data, and disrupt victim operations.
IFF Assessment
The use of compromised infrastructure by threat actors to launch attacks represents a significant threat to defenders, as it expands the attack surface and can obscure the origin of malicious activity.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware of the widespread compromise of network infrastructure, particularly IoT devices and routers, which can be leveraged by state-sponsored groups. This highlights the need for robust network segmentation, diligent patch management, and continuous monitoring for anomalous traffic that could indicate the use of compromised devices as proxies.