Define these terms: botnet, zombie, and bot.

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Define these terms: botnet, zombie, and bot.

 

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Botnet, zombie and bot

  • A bot is a type of software application that performs tasks on command.
  • It allows attackers to take complete control remotely of an affected computer.
  • The compromised machine is known as a zombie.
  • A collection of these infected computers is known as botnet.
  • A bot is a computer that has been compromised through a malware infection.
  • It can be controlled remotely by a cybercriminal.
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