Cryptocurrency Q&A Can bots be harmful?

Can bots be harmful?

HanRiverVision HanRiverVision Tue Jan 07 2025 | 6 answers 1225
I've heard a lot about bots and their capabilities, and I'm curious if they can be potentially harmful. I want to understand if using bots poses any risks or negative impacts. Can bots be harmful?

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SejongWisdomSeeker SejongWisdomSeeker Thu Jan 09 2025
Malware bots and internet bots pose significant threats to online security.

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SsangyongSpiritedStrengthCourage SsangyongSpiritedStrengthCourage Thu Jan 09 2025
These bots can be manipulated by hackers to gain unauthorized access to user accounts.

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ZenBalance ZenBalance Wed Jan 08 2025
They are also capable of scanning the internet for personal contact information.

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Valentino Valentino Wed Jan 08 2025
Once collected, this information can be used to send spam or carry out other malicious activities.

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KabukiPassion KabukiPassion Wed Jan 08 2025
Attackers often utilize botnets to distribute these harmful bots.

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