Cyber attack: hackers 'weaponised' everyday devices with malware to mount assault

Cyber attack: hackers 'weaponised' everyday devices with malware to mount assault

The huge attack on global internet access, which blocked some of the world's most popular websites, is believed to have been unleashed by hackers using common devices like webcams and digital recorders. Among the sites targeted were Twitter, Paypal and Spotify.

theguardian.com

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