This article from Network World entitled "Chuck Norris botnet karate-chops routers hard" describes how poorly configured routers and DSL modems can allow malware into your home network.
"Security experts say that various types of botnets have infected millions of computers worldwide to date, but Chuck Norris is unusual in that it infects DSL modems and routers rather than PCs.
It installs itself on routers and modems by guessing default administrative passwords and taking advantage of the fact that many devices are configured to allow remote access."
The easiest way of preventing this from happening to you is by using a strong password on the router or DSL modem.
Vince Verbeke, IT Specialist
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