FBI Shuts Down Massive Botnet Using Smart TVs | Tech News

FBI and Google just dismantled NetNut, a massive botnet secretly controlling two million hijacked Android TVs and smart home devices to launch password-guessing attacks disguised as normal internet traffic. Seized on July 2nd, the operation—backed by the DOJ and IRS—crippled the network, removing millions of compromised devices. These residential proxy botnets hide in plain sight, turning everyday gadgets into cyber weapons. The takedown is just a start, as criminals often share or resell access across networks. Stay safe: avoid cheap, off-brand devices with outdated software, and stick to trusted brands that deliver regular security updates. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/896e2b3b0a1c3d7d