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Botnet
Threats
A group of infected devices controlled by an attacker.
Definition
A botnet is a network of devices infected with malware and controlled remotely, often without the owners knowing.
In plain English
A group of infected devices controlled by an attacker.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Botnets can power large-scale attacks, spam, and credential stuffing, leading to account and data compromise.
Example
Example: Thousands of infected computers are used to attempt logins on many websites.