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Almost Half of Malware Samples Communicate Direct to IP
August 4, 2026 · Unit 42 · Severity: HIGH
Nearly half of command-and-control malware samples bypass DNS by connecting directly to IP addresses. Implementing zero trust IP enforcement helps secure networks against these threats.
Key Takeaways
- Nearly half of C2 malware bypasses DNS by connecting directly to IP addresses.
- Zero trust IP enforcement is key to securing networks against such threats.
- Direct IP communication bypasses traditional DNS-based security controls.