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Compliance2 min readSeptember 6, 2026

Attackers Hijack MikroTik Routers Through Internet-Exposed SSH Without Authentication

Attackers are actively exploiting MikroTik routers that have SSH ports exposed to the internet, gaining unauthorized access without needing valid credentials to take complete control of the devices. Organizations using MikroTik routers should immediately

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