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Alaska Man Charged for Global 'Rapper Bot' DDoS Attacks

8/20/2025

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Ethan J. Foltz, 22, was charged in Alaska for operating the "Rapper Bot" botnet, responsible for DDoS attacks since 2021.
The botnet, also called "CowBot," infected routers and DVRs, targeting over 80 countries.
Federal agents seized control of the botnet on August 6, 2025, during a search of Foltz's residence.
Foltz could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

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Ethan J. Foltz, 22, was charged in Alaska for operating the "Rapper Bot" botnet, responsible for DDoS attacks since 2021.
The botnet, also called "CowBot," infected routers and DVRs, targeting over 80 countries.
Federal agents seized control of the botnet on August 6, 2025, during a search of Foltz's residence.
Foltz could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.