Cloud9 Botnet Employs Malicious Extensions To Take Control Of Browsers and Windows

Cloud9 Botnet Employs Malicious Extensions To Take Control Of Browsers and Windows
Researchers at the cybersecurity firm Zimperium have discovered a botnet made up of web browsers infected by malware. The malware in question is known as Cloud9 and takes the form of browser extensions. When installed, these browser extensions take control of infected browsers to steal valuable information and perform DDoS attacks. The malware

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