Unpatched Edimax Camera Flaw Exploited by Mirai Botnets Since May 2024
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A recently disclosed zero-day vulnerability in Edimax cameras has been exploited by Mirai botnets for nearly a year. This unpatched flaw has been actively used in the wild since at least May 2024. Mirai botnets have leveraged this vulnerability to compromise Edimax devices, thereby expanding their network of infected devices. This situation highlights the risks associated with unpatched devices and their potential for exploitation by malicious actors.