A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the regular functioning of a network, service, website, or online application by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. The objective of a DDoS attack is to render the target system or network unavailable to its users, causing downtime, slowdowns, or service disruption. Cybercriminals might launch a DDoS attack on a targeted organization’s network to divert the attention of IT and security teams while simultaneously carrying out a separate fraud scheme, such as attempting to steal sensitive data or conduct financial fraud. The DDoS attack serves as a smokescreen to distract from the actual fraudulent activities. This is a tactic employed by cybercriminals to create chaos and confusion, making it more challenging for security personnel to detect and respond to multiple threats simultaneously.
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Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS)
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