Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR) is a method for allocating IP addresses and IP routing. A /8 block contains over 16 million addresses, while a /24 contains 256. Navigate our database to explore these subnets heirarchically.
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An automated attack where a script attempts to guess the password of a Secure Shell (SSH) server by trying thousands of combinations. This is a common method used by botnets to gain unauthorized access to servers.
The practice of sending packets to specific ports on a host to identify open services. While used by administrators for auditing, it is often the first step in an attack to find vulnerabilities.
A network of compromised computers (bots) controlled by a third party. They are often used to coordinate DDoS attacks, send spam, or perform distributed brute-force attacks.
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