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Attackers Hijack MikroTik Routers Through Internet-Exposed SSH Without Authentication

The Hacker News·September 6, 2026·1 min read
Attackers Hijack MikroTik Routers Through Internet-Exposed SSH Without Authentication

CERT Polska reports attackers exploiting MikroTik routers with internet-exposed SSH to gain full admin control without authentication. The attacks began at least September 2. The Hacker News review on September 6 found no victim count disclosed, urging immediate action for affected users.

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