Understanding What a Botnet Is
A botnet is a network of infected devices controlled by a cybercriminal. These devices, called “bots,” follow commands without the owner’s knowledge.
How Devices Become Bots
Computers, phones, or smart gadgets are infected through malware, unsafe downloads, weak passwords, or compromised websites. Once infected, they connect to the attacker’s control system.
How a Botnet Works
The attacker uses a central server to send instructions to all bots. These commands can include sending spam, spreading malware, or launching large-scale attacks.
What Botnets Are Used For
Botnets often perform DDoS attacks, steal data, mine cryptocurrency, or spread malicious software. With thousands of bots acting together, attacks become powerful and hard to block.
Why Botnets Are Dangerous
Botnets can disrupt websites, cause financial loss, and invade privacy. The device owners usually don’t notice their device is being m