New Mirai Variant ShadowV2 Targets IoT Devices During AWS Outage

A new Mirai-based botnet, ShadowV2, briefly targeted vulnerable IoT devices during an AWS outage in October. The botnet exploited vulnerabilities in products from DDWRT, D-Link, DigiEver, TBK, and TP-Link, affecting multiple industries and regions. ShadowV2 resembles the Mirai LZRD variant and supports various DDoS attack methods. Its emergence highlights the ongoing security risks associated with IoT devices and the need for robust security practices.