Domain Generation Algorithms

Domain Generation Algorithms (DGAs) are techniques used by malicious software to automatically create large numbers of fake website addresses (domains). These domains are used to connect to command-and-control servers, enabling hackers to control infected devices or distribute malware. DGAs make it difficult for cybersecurity efforts to block or track malicious activities because the domains change frequently, often appearing random. They function like a digital "spinning wheel" that produces new web addresses dynamically, evading static blocks and complicating detection for security systems.