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Hidden Backdoor Found in Chinese-Made Zbtlink Routers

  • Joe Supan--CNET
  • published date: 2026-08-05 23:18:33 UTC

Researchers found a backdoor implant that gives servers in China full control over the routers.

Routers made by the Chinese company Zbtlink are shipped with a built-in backdoor, according to a new report from cybersecurity firm VulnCheck. VulnCheck examined 20 models made by Zbtlink and found … [+2543 chars]