# 'Ted' Backdoor Hides in HAProxy Builds to Intercept Web Traffic

Researchers uncovered a new backdoor, named Ted, that hides inside victims' own HAProxy builds to stealthily intercept web traffic. The malware can modify network data passing through HAProxy, potentially exposing sensitive information. Its delivery method points to a supply-chain attack targeting HAProxy users.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Security
- [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/2026/09/new-ted-backdoor-hides-inside-victims.html) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:21:13 +0530