Worried Your Home Network Could Be Hacked? This Tool Can Help

Compromised home networks are an increasing concern. Most recently we've written about the SantaStealer malware, budget Android TV boxes doubling as botnets, and compromised routers. Fully securing your home network requires an assortment of proper cybersecurity practices, but a great place to start is GreyNoise's recently released IP Check tool. GreyNoise is known for its enterprise cybersecurity services, which focus on scanning and document cyberattacks on an international scale.

The GreyNoise IP Check tool, available through GreyNoise Labs, is a one-click utility to check your IP address for suspicious activity. This is especially useful for detecting botnets and other unsavory practices that aren't targeted at you exactly, but rather utilizing your devices for attacks elsewhere. GreyNoise's IP Checker and Visualizer can help you determine if a device on your network is being used for malicious purposes, exactly what that purpose is, and even when the behavior ...