The first half of 2021 saw 1.5 billion attacks on internet-of-things (IoT) devices, Kaspersky found. Attackers are looking to steal data, mine cryptocurrency or build botnets. More and more exploits are being weaponized by cybercriminals than ever before, the firm said. Attacks on IoT gear are evolving, with devices being used to steal personal or corporate data and mine cryptocurrencies, on top of traditional DDoS attacks in which the devices are added to a botnet.”]