Introduction A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack disrupts networks by overwhelming them with artificial traffic, preventing them from functioning properly. Hackers use these attacks to extort money from organizations or create entry points for further damage or data theft. The impact often halts critical operations, such as contact center agents recording customer orders, managers accessing vital sales reports, or…
The beginning of Christmas week brings us joy and celebration. However, it’s also important to remember the heightened risk during this time of year. As we gear up to celebrate the festival with great enthusiasm and joy, cyber criminals also prepare to exploit distractions and naivety spiked during this season. The Christmas period presents a prime opportunity for cyber crimes…
A Smurf attack represents a sophisticated manifestation of a distributed denial-of-service attack, specifically targeting the network layer. The Smurf attack derives its name from malware DDoS.Smurf, which enables its execution. More widely, the attack is named after the cartoon character The Smurf, which metaphorically illustrates their ability to overwhelm larger adversaries collectively. Smurf attacks share characteristics similar to ping floods,…
Cyber vandalism represents a significant and deliberate threat intended to perform malicious actions predominantly targeting websites and technological systems. Yet, it extends its reach to individuals and institutions, often instilling fear and undermining trust. Perpetrators of cyber vandalism called ‘cyber vandals’ employ various tools and techniques to deface websites, delete critical files, hijack user accounts, or disseminate spam and malicious…
A distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack is a sophisticated online extortion aimed at coercing money from individuals or organisations by flooding their systems with overwhelming traffic. These DDoS attacks can severely disrupt organisational operations, leading to significant revenue losses and damaging credibility over time. Investing in DDoS mitigation services and maintaining constant vigilance against emerging threats are crucial steps…
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