<ul><li>Hackers are using misconfigured Docker API instances to build a botnet for mining the Dero cryptocurrency.</li><li>Security researchers discovered a 'container zombie outbreak' originating from exposed Docker APIs, leading to compromised and new containers used for cryptocurrency mining and propagation.</li><li>The attack involves malware disguised as 'nginx' that scans for vulnerable instances, infects them, creates new malicious containers, and forces existing ones to mine Dero, all autonomously.</li><li>Users of Docker are advised to secure their API settings, fortify login credentials, and conduct regular security audits to prevent such attacks.</li></ul>

Misconfigured Docker instances are being hacked to mine cryptocurrency

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