thehackernews.com 5/31/2026, 1:21:28 PM · external

Dutch authorities take down 17M device botnet in cybercrime raid

Dutch authorities take down 17M device botnet in cybercrime raid
CyberSIXT Evidence Panel Source marked as original reporting

DUTCH authorities have successfully dismantled a major botnet comprising 17 million infected devices. This action is part of ongoing efforts to combat cyber threats linked to IoT and network security. The operation targeted a significant network that had been facilitating various cyberattacks, highlighting the urgent need for improved security measures in the face of rising cybercrime.

Additionally, accompanying resources and webinars focus on strategies to enhance cybersecurity resilience and combat the evolving digital threat landscape.

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