Daily Security Briefing #271
- DjediTech
- Security , Newsletter
- May 31, 2026
Table of Contents
May 31, 2026 | Read Online
Dutch authorities dismantle massive botnet, WP Maps Pro bug exploited to create admin accounts…
Executive Summary
Cybersecurity threats continue to escalate with Dutch authorities taking down a massive botnet linked to 17 million infected devices. Meanwhile, a critical vulnerability in the WP Maps Pro plugin has been exploited to create rogue administrator accounts on WordPress sites. These incidents highlight the importance of proactive security measures and regular updates.
Top Articles
Dutch Authorities Dismantle Botnet Linked to 17 Million Infected Devices Dutch authorities have announced the takedown of a botnet that enslaved millions of infected devices, including computers, tablets, smartphones, and IoT devices. The bot network consisted of at least 17 million infected devices with over 200 servers located in the Netherlands acting as command centers. The Hacker News
WP Maps Pro Bug Exploited to Create Admin Accounts on WordPress Sites Hackers are targeting WordPress websites running a vulnerable version of the WP Maps Pro plugin, which allows creating rogue administrator accounts without authentication. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, compromising multiple sites. BleepingComputer
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