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C0XMO botnet spreads via DD-WRT router flaw, kills rival malware

A new variant of malware is spreading through a flaw in DD-WRT router firmware.

Source BleepingComputer AI Summary Updated June 7, 2026
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A new variant of malware is spreading through a flaw in DD-WRT router firmware. This variant, called C0XMO, is a type of botnet that can also target devices with different CPU architectures. The C0XMO botnet is notable for its ability to eliminate rival malware, suggesting a level of sophistication. Its spread is facilitated by a vulnerability in router firmware. The impact of this botnet is currently limited to the information provided, with no additional context on its origins or full scope of effects.

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