DDoS Mitigation: Evolving Tactics Against IoT Botnet Swarms
Imagine your favorite online store suddenly grinding to a halt. Orders can't be placed, product pages won't load, and frustration mounts. This nightmare scenario is often the result of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack, a malicious attempt to disrupt normal traffic of a server, service, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. Understanding DDoS attacks, how they work, and the defenses against them is crucial for anyone involved in managing or securing online assets.
What is a DDoS Attack?
The Basics of Denial of Service (DoS)
At its core, a Denial of Service (DoS) attack is an attempt to make a machine or network resource unavailable to its intended users. This is achieved by overloading the target with traffic or exploiting vulnerabilities. Think of it ...