Almost 1 Million Routers Vulnerable to Hijacking | MikroTik RouterOS Hack

Almost 1 Million Routers Vulnerable to Hijacking | Critical MikroTik RouterOS Hack Revealed

A shocking security flaw has been exposed, putting nearly 1 million routers at risk of remote hijacking. Discover the critical vulnerability, CVE-2023-30799, that allows hackers to gain control of affected routers without leaving any trace, posing a grave threat to users' data and privacy.

This flaw specifically targets routers running the widely-used MikroTik RouterOS system, known for its history of weak security measures.

In this eye-opening video, we explore how exploiting this vulnerability on MikroTik devices is alarmingly simple. With a default "admin" user that is easily discoverable and shockingly, around 60% of users not changing this setting, these routers become prime targets for malicious actors. Lack of protection against brute force attacks further increases the risk.

Once hackers gain entry, they can escalate their access to Super Admin, gaining complete control over the router and its operations. Notably, security researchers have even developed their own exploit, bypassing any defenses and loading malicious files via the router's interface.

To counteract this alarming threat, MikroTik has released a crucial patch. Learn how to apply this update immediately by visiting the MikroTik website and protect your router from potential hijacking attempts.

However, the patch does not completely eliminate the underlying weaknesses in MikroTik routers. Our experts provide essential advice, including disabling Winbox and restricting access to specific IP addresses, to bolster your router's security.

As the number of connected devices in homes rises, securing routers has become paramount. Watch this video to understand why users must act proactively to safeguard their devices and personal information from cyber threats. Implementing updates promptly and adopting additional security measures can help protect against potential attacks, ensuring a safer online experience for everyone.

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[Melpheoser]

This is ridiculous... Then all routers of every brand on the planet are vulnerable because there is a default account that many admin do not change.

[jeffafaaah]

So if i understand this information given in this video correct: All cars are unsafe since user can operate cars incorrectly what can lead to harm and death. You describe user error as an vulnerabilities. You also lock the front-door when you go to sleep.