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x firmware in an imminent ransomware campaign using stolen credentials.” “The exploitation targets a known vulnerability that has been patched in newer versions of firmware.” The network equipment vendor is now urging customers to update the firmware of their devices as soon as possible. “If 34 or 9.0.0.10
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