About Antivirus Software: Are You in a Botnet?

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Antivirus Software Antivirus Software Remove Viruses Prevent Viruses Cybercrime From Mary Landesman, your Guide to Antivirus Software A botnet is a collection of compromised (infected) computers under the collective control of remote attackers. Many of today's botnets are used for data theft. This week, a look at some of the most common. Common Botnets Botnets are used for everything from data theft to distributed denial of service attacks. Most botnets sell 'space' on the botnet to bidders who may then deliver additional malware or use it for additional malicious purposes. Here are some of the most common botnets. Are You in a Botnet? Some botnets have more victims than some countries have residents. Of special interest to the attackers are your personal financial details - once stolen they are used for everything from credit card fraud to outright identity theft. In short, it's not just your computer at risk - it's your wallet. DDoS, Zombies, and Botnets Trojans are often used to launch Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks against targeted systems, but just what is a DDoS attack and how are they performed? Here are some answers. Police Your Password Recovery Options Cybercriminals can hijack your online accounts to order items at your expense, gain access to your email, or use your good name to send spam, malware and scams to people. Make sure your password recovery options aren't the backdoor they use to gain access. Antivirus Software Ads Anti Virus Download AntiVirus Free Trial AntiVirus Avira Pro NORTON32 AntiVirus Steganos AntiVirus Featured Articles What is a Keylogger? Macintosh Viruses and Mac Virus Resources Free Antivirus Software Antivirus Glossary of Terms Spyware and Adware Antivirus, Firewall, and Security Software Reviews   More from About.com Share Your Dog's Tale Share your tale of what it's like to live with a specific breed of dog - or even a mutt. Your submission will help prospective owners decide what dog breed is right for them. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Mary Landesman Antivirus Software Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Antivirus Software newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement