Cybercriminals allegedly hacked tens of thousands of Fortinet firewalls used by major companies all over the world

Tens of thousands of Fortinet firewalls, utilized by numerous major global companies, have allegedly been compromised by a Russian-speaking cybercriminal group. The attackers are reportedly exploiting previously known passwords to gain unauthorized access to these network security devices. The group is believed to be targeting companies that rely on Fortinet's firewall and virtual private network (VPN) solutions. This widespread vulnerability raises significant concerns about the security posture of organizations using these widely deployed devices. The specific methods employed, beyond the reuse of credentials, are still under investigation, but the scale of the alleged breach suggests a sophisticated and coordinated effort. Fortinet has not yet released a public statement regarding the specific allegations.