DDoS: The Polymorphic Threat Landscape And Adaptive Defense
A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic from multiple compromised computer systems. Essentially, it's like a traffic jam on the internet highway, preventing legitimate users from reaching their desired destination. Understanding what a DDoS attack is, how it works, and how to protect against it is crucial in today's digital landscape.
Understanding DDoS Attacks
What is a DDoS Attack?
A DDoS attack is a type of cyberattack where attackers use a network of compromised computers (often called a "botnet") to flood a target with traffic. This traffic overwhelms the target's resources, such as bandwidth and processing power, making it unavailabl...
