Will Carbonato botnet malware compromise 10+ Docker hosts via Hermes AI agent abuse by Oct 2026?

Carbonato targets exposed Docker daemons to install Hermes Agent AI framework for command & control, combining infrastructure misconfiguration with AI-driven malware automation. Reported by Bleeping Computer.

Resolution Criteria

Documented compromises of Docker hosts attributed to Carbonato malware or Hermes Agent deployment, confirmed by security vendors, threat intelligence reports, or CISA/FBI advisories.