Google Dismantles Massive Chinese Cyber Network Linked to Malware

Google's disruption rips millions out of devices out of malicious network

Millions of devices used as proxies by cybercriminals, espionage groups and data thieves have been removed from circulation following Google’s disruption of IPIDEA, a China-based residential proxy network. The reduction in available proxy devices came after Google’s Threat Intelligence Group used legal action and intelligence sharing to target the company’s domain infrastructure, Google said in a blog post Wednesday.  Google’s action, aided by C…

These Free VPNs, Proxies Used by Criminals to Hijack Users' Connections

Google seizes domains used by the IPIDEA proxy network, which sold access to devices compromised through free VPNs, proxy services, and mobile apps.

Google Aims Knockout Blow at Chinese Company Linked to Massive Cyber Weapon

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Google cripples IPIDEA proxy network abused by crims

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Google disrupts IPIDEA residential proxy networks fueled by malware

IPIDEA, one of the largest residential proxy networks used by threat actors, was disrupted earlier this week by Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) in collaboration with industry partners. [...]

Google takes the fight to IPIDEA and removes millions of devices

One of the largest residential proxy services takes a mega hit from Google