"Cyber actors actively search for and compromise vulnerable Internet of Things (IoT) devices for use as proxies or intermediaries for Internet requests to route malicious traffic for cyber-attacks and computer network exploitation."
"The device is no longer just working for you. It is secretly working for criminals in the background, which causes them to interact with the internet at all hours of the day."
"The fastest ways to defend against these hijackings is to restart your devices and routers regularly, change all default passwords when you activate a new device, stay up to date on the latest software patches for your device and keep track of how much data you use monthly."
The FBI's cyber division warns that hackers are targeting smart devices to drain finances and hijack internet signals. Signs of compromise include sudden spikes in data usage, increased internet charges, and sluggish WiFi connections. Cybercriminals exploit vulnerable Internet of Things (IoT) devices to route malicious traffic, effectively turning them into a botnet. To defend against these attacks, users should regularly restart devices, change default passwords, update software, and monitor data usage.
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