Domain Filtering Protection Levels and Content Categories

Websites related to malware distribution and communication. Malware is software designed to gain unauthorized access to a user’s computer. Some websites contain forums discussing methods of distribution. Some websites are specifically created to deliver malware. Test domain: http://malware-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Domains used for Command and Control of malware bots installed on the user’s computer. Also known as C2 or C&C – Command and Control establishes an unauthorized connection to a user’s computer. This usually happens when a user opens a phishing email or other infected resource, allowing the malicious actor to hijack the computer and execute their code. The malicious actor may also have access to the user’s data. Test domain: http://c2c-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that advertise fake services, products, and other fraudulent schemes. These sites distribute unauthorized spam or solicit fraudulent schemes. Web spam is evasive and is usually distributed from zombie computers that act as proxies to deliver unauthorized emails, tricking the users into clicking malicious links that may contain fake services, products, or fraudulent schemes. Less malicious spam can be a distraction for your users. Test domain: http://spam-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to ransomware distribution and control. Ransomware is malicious software and techniques to encrypt or make critical data and systems inaccessible. Users are manipulated to submit remittances to regain access to data. Ransomware can be distributed as popups that require action from the user to avoid data loss, performance degradation, unauthorized distribution, or email. Test domain: http://ransomware-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that distribute Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUP) or Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUA) and ads via Popups. PUP and PUA are typically distributed within 3rd party bundled software packages when a user installs other desired software. PUP or PUA are not innately malicious but can impact device performance or pose a security risk by installing root certificates that malicious actors can exploit. Test domain: http://adware-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites used for Cryptojacking – unauthorized use of another user’s computer resources to mine cryptocurrencies. Cryptojacking is a class of malware distributed by phishing emails, adware, or infected websites. Some adverse effects of cryptojacking include performance degradation and increased data costs. Test domain: http://cryptojacking-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Random domains are generated using the DGA method to escape detection and establish coordinated attacks. DGA stands for Digital Generating Algorithm. This malware cyber attack method generates fictitious domains to establish communication with a Command and Control server to control the device. The fictitious command servers are decommissioned and re-generated at new IP addresses to continue coordinated attacks. Test domain: http://dga-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that spoof the original site or contain phishing links. Fictitious domains are used to fool users into clicking malicious links. These sites can collect user data or infect the user’s device. Test domain: http://phishing-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to pornography or sexually explicit content (18+). Test domain: http://pornography-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites, including Celebrity gossip websites, with a high percentage of nudity, swimwear, underwear, and intimate fashion apparel. It may include websites with Celebrities advertising swimwear, underwear, or intimate fashion apparel. Test domain: http://nudity-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites promoting intolerance based on gender, age, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or other group identities. Websites with content or references promoting violence or any form of discrimination based on a person's identity. Test domain: http://hate-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites with adult content that do not fall into other specific adult content categories. (e.g., pregnancy, abortion, LGBT, or other 18+ topics). Test domain: http://adult-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to swimsuits and underwear. It may contain partial nudity. Test domain: http://swimsuits-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to sexuality and sex education. Test domain: http://sexuality-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to dating. It may contain sexual content. Test domain: http://dating-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to the military. Test domain: http://military-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to hunting and fishing. Test domain: http://hunting-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to weapons (e.g. guns, knives, and Army memorabilia). Test domain: http://weapons-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to crime, anorexia, suicide, profanity, or violence. Test domain: http://tasteless-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to contact sports (e.g., martial arts, WWE, and UFC). Test domain: http://contact-sport-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to the military. Test domain: http://alcohol-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to tobacco, smoking, or cigarettes. Test domain: http://tobacco-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to illegal drugs, selling illicit drugs, narcotics, or steroids. Test domain: http://drugs-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to hacking (e.g., cracking, stolen data, jailbreaking, etc). Websites related to hacking — unauthorized use of a user’s device or network. Websites associated with cracking-- the act of obtaining unauthorized access to a user’s device or network. Websites containing or forums discussing stolen data. Websites discussing jailbreaking-- the act of exploiting a system’s vulnerabilities to modify its functionality or sites discussing those techniques.Test domain: http://hacking-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to web proxy bypass and other web browsing restrictions. Test domain: http://proxy-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to torrents, warez, software cracks, and pirated content. It may contain adult content for download. Test domain: http://warez-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that allow users to host their files for internal use or public sharing. Unauthorized file storage tools may compromise your company’s security. Test domain: http://file-storage-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites and Image/video search engines that give the ability to host images and videos. Test domain: http://photo-sharing-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that host streaming audio and video and offer movies/series for download or online streaming. Test domain: http://movies-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to streaming music, music magazines, lyrics, bands, musical instruments, and music downloads. Test domain: http://music-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to networking between people. Social Networking sites that do not fall into the job search category. Test domain: http://social-networks-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to cryptocurrency and crypto mining. Test domain: http://cryptocurrency-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to job offers, job search, HR software, job/resume tips, and freelancing job sites. Test domain: https://job-search-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that host directories to viral jokes, humor, memes, movies, and other time-stealers. Unproductive websites that contain humorous or video content not related to your company's business goals. Test domain: http://nonsense-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that host chat applications and provide online communications capabilities. Test domain: http://chat-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Discussion and forum websites. Test domain: http://forums-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to second-hand sales, shopping, and online auctions. Test domain: http://classifieds-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to gossip, celebrity, humor, viral jokes, art, entertainment, and other time stealers. Test domain: http://entertainment-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to news and newspapers. Websites with news media content. Test domain: http://news-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites that offer to send and receive emails. Browser-based email systems. Test domain: http://webmail-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to real estate or house rentals. These websites contain content about real estate availability, purchases, sales, or rentals. Test domain: http://real-estate-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to gambling and betting.Test domain: http://gambling-test-domain.openvpn.com/

Websites related to and providing computer or online games and information about them. Test domain: http://games-test-domain.openvpn.com/