👉 A networking weapon, often referred to as a botnet or command-and-control (C&C) infrastructure, is a network of compromised devices—such as computers, smartphones, or IoT devices—that have been infected with malicious software and are controlled remotely by an attacker. These devices, often referred to as "zombies," can be used to perform a variety of cyberattacks, including distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, spam campaigns, data theft, and cryptocurrency mining. The attacker establishes a communication channel between the compromised devices (bots) and their command center, allowing them to issue commands, exfiltrate data, or coordinate large-scale attacks. By leveraging the collective power of these infected devices, a networking weapon can overwhelm target systems, disrupt services, and cause significant damage, making it a potent tool in the arsenal of cybercriminals and state-sponsored hackers.
