command and control domain
A domain name A readable internet name made of labels separated by dots. Full definition of domain name that infected devices contact to get orders from the criminals running a botnet A network of infected computers controlled by an attacker. Full definition of botnet or other malware Harmful software, often spread or controlled using domain names. Full definition of malware. Taking it away cuts the link between the attackers and their machines. Botnet command and control is one of the uses that ICANN Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers The nonprofit that coordinates the global DNS and gTLD policy. Full definition of ICANN contracts treat as DNS abuse Harmful use of domains, defined in ICANN contracts as five specific threats. Full definition of DNS abuse.
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