Adware
Adware is software that automatically displays unwanted advertisements to generate revenue for its creators. These ads may appear as banners or pop-ups, often during software installation. Adware poses security risks as it can track personal information, which may be sold to third parties.
Compromised hosts that may serve as distribution points for malicious software or be used in DDoS attacks.
Malicious Scripts
Blocks domains containing JavaScript code that is obfuscated or hidden. Such scripts may modify a user's system and compromise security.
Malware
This Category blocks domains containing general Malware such as ransomware, keyloggers, worms, trojans, and spyware. This category also blocks known ransomware command and control domains.
Phishing
This contains domains that are known or suspected phishing sites - often for financial fraud, credential theft, or identity theft.
Viruses
This blocks domains associated with known computer viruses.