FBI and Google Disrupt NetNut Proxy Network Linked to Cybercrime

The FBI seized domains linked to NetNut, an Israeli residential proxy service, following a joint disruption effort with Google targeting its proxy network. The operation exposed the abuse of approximately 2 million compromised TVs and streaming devices worldwide, which were repurposed as proxies without user consent. NetNut’s infrastructure was allegedly used for cybercriminal activities, though specific attack vectors or threat actors were not detailed. No exact dates for the seizure or disruption were provided in the report. The action highlights the exploitation of consumer devices in large-scale proxy networks.