NewsPublished 3 Jul 2026

Google, FBI Disrupt NetNut Residential Proxy Network Powered by Millions of Devices

Source SecurityWeek

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NetNut rented access to millions of compromised devices, allowing cybercriminals and nation-state actors to mask their identities during attacks. The post Google, FBI Disrupt NetNut Residential Proxy Network Powered by Millions of Devices appeared first on SecurityWeek .

Impact

The disruption of NetNut significantly reduced the availability of millions of compromised devices used as residential proxies by cybercriminals and nation-state actors to mask their identities during attacks. This degradation impacts the ability of threat actors to conduct operations such as password spraying and unauthorized access while hiding their true locations. The takedown also affects the broader proxy botnet ecosystem by disrupting reseller networks and forcing operators to seek alternative sources, potentially reducing overall malicious proxy capacity.

Defensive guidance

Google and partners have already taken coordinated action to dismantle the NetNut network by disabling command-and-control infrastructure, removing infected applications via Google Play Protect, and warning victims. These measures have significantly degraded the threat. No additional immediate action is required from defenders regarding this specific threat. Continued monitoring of related proxy botnet activity and collaboration with industry and law enforcement is recommended to address the evolving ecosystem.

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