Security · 2h ago
RustDuck Botnet Targets Routers and Servers for DDoS Attacks
A new malware family called RustDuck is hijacking routers, IP cameras, and servers to build a DDoS botnet. Tracked since February 2026 by QiAnXin's XLab, it is evolving rapidly. The botnet is written in Rust, making it harder to analyze and more efficient.
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The shift to Rust signals a trend toward more resilient malware, but the real threat is the speed at which this botnet adapts to defenses.
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RustDuck Botnet Rebuilds in Rust to Hijack Routers and Servers for DDoS →
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