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Botnet

Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-000130

A network of compromised computers, known as 'zombie computers,' controlled by a single attacker without the owners' knowledge. These networks are often used to carry out malicious activities, such as sending spam, launching distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, or spreading malware. Command and control servers manage the botnet's operations.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-CMP-000130
FieldComputing and IT
SubjectInternet
Record as JSON 
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  "id": "MLC-T-CMP-000130",
  "term": "Botnet",
  "field": "Computing and IT",
  "definition": "A network of compromised computers, known as 'zombie computers,' controlled by a single attacker without the owners' knowledge. These networks are often used to carry out malicious activities, such as sending spam, launching distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, or spreading malware. Command and control servers manage the botnet's operations.",
  "subject": "Internet",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/computing/botnet/"
}

Record 145 of 1,553 in Computing and IT terminology (MLC-0101). Request the full dataset.