### Comment:
What are some common techniques used to distribute malware?

### REPLY:
One common technique to distribute malware is through botnets, which are networks of infected computers controlled by a remote attacker. These botnets can be used to send spam emails with malicious attachments or links, infect legitimate websites with malware, or perform distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. Additionally, hackers can also use exploit kits to target vulnerabilities in software or use social engineering techniques, such as fake software updates or deceptive advertisements, to trick users into downloading and installing malware.