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Russian Hackers Exploit Routers, NCSC Warns Users to Monitor

4/8/2026

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Russian hackers are exploiting internet routers for espionage, according to the United Kingdom's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
The NCSC warns that these attacks target a broad range of victims and may access personal devices.
The United States has banned consumer-grade routers made outside the country due to national security risks.
Experts say the ban won't fix vulnerabilities.
Users are urged to monitor networks for unusual activity.

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Russian hackers are exploiting internet routers for espionage, according to the United Kingdom's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
The NCSC warns that these attacks target a broad range of victims and may access personal devices.
The United States has banned consumer-grade routers made outside the country due to national security risks.
Experts say the ban won't fix vulnerabilities.
Users are urged to monitor networks for unusual activity.