Detections
Analytics
Generic Botnet Server Detection (HTTP Client)
critical Nessus Network Monitor Plugin ID 4401
Synopsis
The remote host has been compromised and is running a 'backdoor' program.Description
The remote host appears to be running a machine that is being used to control a botnet. A botnet is a network of compromised computers that are remotely controlled by a malicious bot administrator. Botnets are commonly used forsending spam
running Denial of Service (DoS) attacks against other networks
scanning and compromising new systems
installing sniffers
installing keyloggers
identify theft