What is a botnet, and why does it pose a serious threat to networks?
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What is a botnet, and why does it pose a serious threat to networks?
A botnet is a network of internet-connected devices that are infected with malware and controlled remotely by a cybercriminal. These infected devices, also known as bots, can be used to carry out various malicious activities such as distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, spreading malware, stealing data, and sending spam. Botnets pose a serious threat to networks because they can easily overwhelm systems, compromise security, steal sensitive information, disrupt services, and be used for large-scale cyberattacks without the owner’s knowledge.