The total number of devices hacked and controlled globally is unknown. Current estimates start at a staggering 12 billion and climb to over 34 billion! In all these instances, the device user or owner is typically unaware that the item has been compromised. Ranging from high end laptops to the most basic smart device, the processing power is harnessed to enable illegal cyber activity to thrive across the globe.
Here we're immersed in all things cyber with a particular focus on device security and data privacy. This website serves as a free platform to help bolster the security of personal devices and to educate curious minds. Several practical services are provided including those listed below.
   *   Head over to About to learn about this space and also delve into the internet and 'www.' through History, Crime Facts and a Timeline.
   *   In the Malware Protect tab, you will be guided on how to take advantage of software that proactively protects your device from malicious programs.
   *   And at Password Check you can use a tool to check your current passwords and email accounts against the latest known breaches, hacks and dark web data dumps.
Gameover ZeuS Botnet (2007) - 12 million bots. Status: UNKNOWN
Mirai Botnet (2016) - 500 thousand bots. Status: ACTIVE
Mariposa Botnet (2009) - 11 million bots. Status: SHUT DOWN
ZeroAccess Botnet (2011) - 8 million bots. Status: SHUT DOWN
Storm Botnet (2007) - 2 million bots. Status: SHUT DOWN
3ve Botnet (2013) - 1.5 million bots. Status: SHUT DOWN
Definition of a Botnet by Avast: What is a Botnet?
Signs a device is part of a Botnet: 5 Botnet Signs
'Simda Bot' IP scan check by Kaspersky: Simda Botnet Check
IP Botnet & Reputation Scan by Sonicwall: IP Reputation Check
Complex Scanning tool (for advanced users ONLY): Wireshark
Website with Q&A articles on cyber topics: Cyber Intel & Info