Attackers use all sorts of tricks to get hold of a user\u2019s data and demand a ransom. Today, many new viruses that help cybercriminals have been developed. At the same time, the old proven methods still work.<\/p>\n
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Today we will talk about bots. We will tell you what they are and what new things have been created.<\/p>\n
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The term \u201cbotnet\u201d comes from the words \u2018robot’ and ‘network.’ Intruders spread malware that can turn your computer into a bot or a zombie-computer. A botnet is used to send spam, spread viruses, attack computers and servers, as well as carry out various types of fraud. This is a fairly versatile tool for intruders, as it can perform several activities simultaneously. Most often, botnets are used for Denial of Service-attacks, because such attacks have a crushing effect.<\/p>\n
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What’s new?<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n While earlier botnets\u00a0 were used for DDOS-attacks, spamming and phishing emails, now hackers buy botnets, download modules and encrypt the entire botnet, hoping to get money from computer owners.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Is there a botnet on the computer?<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to track the bot’s intervention in the work of a PC, because it doesn\u2019t affect the speed of the system.<\/p>\n Signs of a botnet presence on a computer:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n How to fight botnets<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Using basic security measures will help you be prepared for a quick response. You should:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
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