Researchers at Kaspersky Labs have discovered an Android Trojan capable of attacking routers and allowing hackers to commandeer wireless networks. Prior to this, US security firm Proofpoint discovered an exploit kit called DNSChanger EK that aims to serve an endless series of malicious ads on every single website the user visits. The malware, known as Switcher, opens up the possibility of fraud and data theft. According to a report from security firm Trend Micro, researchers found that Switch is being used by criminals in order to steal personal information such as usernames and passwords for routers. hijacking lets cyber criminals monitor all traffic and direct users to web pages that contain advertisements, malware or third-party search engines.
Researchers at Kaspersky Labs have discovered an Android Trojan capable of attacking routers and allowing hackers to commandeer wireless networks. The malware, known as Switcher, opens up the possibility of fraud and data theft. According to a report from security firm Trend Micro, researchers found that Switch is being used by criminals in order to steal personal information such as usernames and passwords for routers. hijacking lets cyber criminals monitor all traffic and direct users to web pages that contain advertisements, malware or third-party search engines.