DDoSrünnak

DDoSrünnak, often referred to as a DDoS attack, is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service, or network by overwhelming the target or its surrounding infrastructure with a flood of internet traffic. These attacks can originate from multiple compromised computer systems, which are typically infected with malicious code and are part of a botnet.

The primary goal of a DDoS attack is to make an online service unavailable to its intended users by temporarily or indefinitely interrupting or suspending hosted services of a targeted host. This can be achieved by exploiting a system's vulnerabilities or by overwhelming its capacity with sheer volume. Common targets include websites, online games, financial institutions, and critical infrastructure.

DDoS attacks can be categorized into several types, including volumetric attacks, protocol attacks, and application layer attacks. Volumetric attacks aim to consume all available bandwidth, while protocol attacks exploit weaknesses in network protocols. Application layer attacks target specific applications or services to cause denial of service.

The impact of a DDoS attack can be severe, leading to financial losses, reputational damage, and disruption of essential services. Mitigation strategies involve a combination of technical solutions such as traffic scrubbing, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems, as well as preparedness and incident response planning. Detecting and defending against DDoS attacks requires continuous monitoring and a multi-layered security approach.