bulk registration abuse

Registering large numbers of domains at once, often through an automated interface and at low prices, to use them in spam (glossary)spam Unwanted bulk messages, which count as DNS abuse only when used to deliver other abuse. Full definition of spam, phishing (glossary)phishing Impersonating a trusted party to steal data, often with look-alike domains. Full definition of phishing or malware (glossary)malware Harmful software, often spread or controlled using domain names. Full definition of malware campaigns before they are blocked. Bulk registration (glossary)registration Obtaining the right to use a domain name for a set period. Full definition of registration itself is legitimate and common. Research funded by ICANN (glossary)ICANN Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers The nonprofit that coordinates the global DNS and gTLD policy. Full definition of ICANN links low prices and easy automation to more malicious registrations.