9. Bots and Botnets
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What is a botnet?
A network of bots, often used in a DDoS attack but can perform other functions
What is a bot?
An bot is a software application that runs automated tasks, controlled over the Internet
How does a DDOS attack work?
Distributed Denial of Service attack: Hacker uses virus to take control of MANY computers. The infected network is called a botnet. The attacker then launches DOS attack from the infected computers (called zombie computers) to crash a website due to too many requests for the server(s) to handle
How can botnets be used to make money?
They can be hired to perform DDoS attacks
