New Mirai Variant ShadowV2 Targets IoT Devices During AWS Outage

A new Mirai-based botnet, ShadowV2, briefly targeted vulnerable IoT devices during an AWS outage in October. The botnet exploited vulnerabilities in products from DDWRT, D-Link, DigiEver, TBK, and TP-Link, affecting multiple industries. ShadowV2's activity suggests a test run for future attacks, highlighting the ongoing security risks associated with IoT devices. The malware resembles the Mirai LZRD variant and supports various DDoS attack methods. Fortinet emphasizes the importance of maintaining firmware updates and robust security practices to mitigate such threats.