Tag Archives: domains

FBI seizes domains for Cracked.io, Nulled.to hacking forums

FBI seizes domains for Cracked.io, Nulled.to hacking forums

The FBI has seized the domains for the infamous Cracked.io and Nulled.to hacking forums, which are known for their focus on cybercrime, password theft, cracking, and credential stuffing attacks. While some of their members also engaged in ethical hacking discussions, the sites were widely regarded as a hub for cybercriminal activity. They also hosted content related to software cracks, hacking tools …

Read More »

What are new top-level domains?

What are new top-level domains?

As more websites are created and competition for domain names grows, new top level domains have been introduced to give businesses more choice. New top-level domains offer more personalized and industry-specific options that can help your business stand out in a crowded online world. For example, a tech company might opt for a .tech domain, while a photographer might choose .photography. …

Read More »

What Are Custom Domains (+Tips For Choosing One For Your Brand)

What Are Custom Domains (+Tips For Choosing One For Your Brand)

Custom domains are unique web addresses that you can purchase and use for your website or online business. For entrepreneurs, small business owners and startups, establishing credibility and setting the tone for your brand often begins here. They typically end in familiar domain extensions like .com, .net or .org and allow you to create a memorable brand identity that stands out from the …

Read More »

Over 4,000 backdoors hijacked by registering expired domains

Over 4,000 backdoors hijacked by registering expired domains

Over 4,000 abandoned but still active web backdoors were hijacked and their communication infrastructure sinkholed after researchers registered expired domains used for commanding them. Some of the live malware (web shells) was deployed on web servers of  high-profile targets, including government and university systems, ready to execute commands from anyone who tool control of the communication domains.  Together with The Shadowserver …

Read More »

How to Build High-Quality Backlinks and Find Authority Domains

How to Build High-Quality Backlinks and Find Authority Domains

We’ve seen an approach to how Google treats websites. Now, it’s time to measure it. Of course, we aren’t able to get the metrics from the algorithm, but we can access related data. Let’s overview metrics for link-building using the domain authority categories we defined earlier. Domain Trust The PageRank algorithm has been officially retired, but the modern algorithm surely …

Read More »

Hackers are using Russian domains to launch complex document-based phishing attacks

Hackers are using Russian domains to launch complex document-based phishing attacks

Data exfiltration tactics are shifting toward Russian domains Remote Access Trojans see a 59% rise in phishing emails Malicious emails now bypass secure gateways every 45 seconds New research has found there is a significant increase in malicious email activity as well as a shift in attack strategies. On average, at least one malicious email bypasses Secure Email Gateways (SEGs), …

Read More »