Botnets Attack Example

Botnets "USB" hacking are not commonly used for hacking Facebook accounts, because of it's high setup costs. They are used to carrying more advanced attacks. A Botnet is basically a collection of compromised computer. The infection process is the same as the key logging, however a Botnet gives you additional options for carrying out attacks with the compromised computer. Some of the most popular Botnets include Spyeye and Zeus. If an attacker has physical access to your computer, he could just insert a USB programmed with a function to automatically extract saved passwords in the internet browser.