The Qualys Threat Research Unit detected a new variant of the Mirai botnet, Murdoc_Botnet, that targets vulnerable AVTECH cameras and Huawei HG532 routers. The malware leverages existing vulnerabilities to fetch payloads for infection, with Malaysia, Thailand, Mexico, and Indonesia being most affected. Shielding against Murdoc_Botnet involves monitoring irregular processes and avoiding unverified scripts. Keeping systems updated with the latest patches can also reduce the risk of infection.

Anne Arundel government has made progress in securing systems since cyber incident, officials say – CBS News
Anne Arundel County government officials have reported making progress in securing systems following a cyber incident. Specific details of the incident were not provided, but