Blackbook - Data Source

Website	https://github.com/stamparm/blackbook
Category	DNS & Domain Blocklists

Blackbook is a curated list of malware command-and-control (C2) servers and malware distribution domains maintained by Miroslav Stampar, the author of the widely used sqlmap penetration testing tool. The list focuses on confirmed malicious infrastructure identified through honeypots, malware analysis, and active threat monitoring.

Source:Blackbook

What is Blackbook?

Blackbook is a threat intelligence feed that catalogs domains and hostnames actively involved in malware operations. Unlike broader blocklists that may include advertising or tracking domains, Blackbook is specifically focused on domains that serve a direct role in malware campaigns: hosting malware payloads for download, acting as command-and-control servers that infected machines communicate with, or serving as distribution points in exploit chains.

The list is curated by Miroslav Stampar, a well-known figure in the information security community and the creator of sqlmap, one of the most widely used open-source SQL injection detection and exploitation tools. His background in offensive security and vulnerability research informs the methodology behind Blackbook's data collection.

Entries in Blackbook are sourced from honeypot networks that attract and log malware activity, automated analysis of malware samples that reveals the infrastructure they communicate with, and monitoring of known threat actor patterns. This approach favors precision over volume: the list aims to contain only domains with confirmed malicious activity rather than casting a wide net that might include false positives.

How We Use This Data

We incorporate Blackbook data into our domain reputation checks. When you look up a domain on rbls.org or robtex.com, we check it against the Blackbook list and flag any matches. A domain appearing in Blackbook is a strong signal of malicious activity, given the list's focus on confirmed malware infrastructure rather than speculative or overly broad classifications.

This is particularly useful for incident response and threat analysis. If you encounter a suspicious domain in your network logs, firewall alerts, or email headers, checking it against Blackbook can quickly confirm whether it is part of known malware infrastructure. The high-confidence nature of Blackbook entries means a match warrants serious attention.

FAQ

How is Blackbook different from other malware domain lists?

Blackbook focuses specifically on confirmed malware C2 and distribution infrastructure, sourced through direct observation via honeypots and malware analysis. Many other blocklists use broader criteria that may include advertising, tracking, or suspicious-but-unconfirmed domains. Blackbook's narrower scope means fewer entries but higher confidence that each entry represents genuinely malicious infrastructure.

If a domain is on Blackbook, does that mean it is currently dangerous?

A Blackbook listing indicates the domain was observed participating in malware operations. Some listed domains may have been cleaned up, seized by law enforcement, or had their malicious content removed since being listed. However, domains with a history of malware activity often recidivate, and the listing remains a useful data point for risk assessment even after remediation.

Who is Miroslav Stampar and why does his curation matter?

Miroslav Stampar is the creator of sqlmap, one of the most widely used open-source tools for detecting and exploiting SQL injection vulnerabilities. His extensive experience in offensive security and vulnerability research means Blackbook benefits from expert judgment in distinguishing genuine malware infrastructure from false positives. The list is a byproduct of active security research rather than automated scraping, which contributes to its reliability.