# Dysphoria IoT Botnet Upgrades with Blockchain Command and Victim Relays After Takedown

The Dysphoria IoT botnet has evolved after the disruption of the JackSkid malware, incorporating blockchain-based command-and-control servers and using infected devices as relays. This advancement makes the botnet more resilient to takedowns and harder to trace, posing a persistent threat to IoT security.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Security
- [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/2026/07/dysphoria-iot-botnet-adds-blockchain-c2.html) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:46:28 +0530