DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service)
TL;DR: DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) is a malicious cyberattack where multiple compromised computer systems target a single system, overwhelming it with a flood of traffic, rendering it unavailable to users.
DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) pertains to a cyber attack where hackers use a botnet, which uses multiple infected devices, to spam the victim site and overwhelm it with fake traffic. The objective of a DDoS attack is to slow down a website and eventually make it unavailable for genuine users. For companies, this can result in monetary loss as the existing server will be affected.
Updated February 17, 2024
Axel Grubba is the founder of Findstack, a B2B software comparison platform, with his background spanning management consulting and venture capital where he invested in software. Recently, Axel has developed a passion for coding and enjoys traveling when he is not building and improving Findstack.
DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service)
DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) is a cyberattack where multiple systems overwhelm a target, causing service disruption. Learn more about DDoS attacks.
https://findstack.com/glossary/ddos-distributed-denial-of-service
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2024-02-17 18:04:58 +0000
Axel Grubba
Axel Grubba is the founder of Findstack, a B2B software comparison platform, with his background spanning management consulting and venture capital where he invested in software. Recently, Axel has developed a passion for coding and enjoys traveling when he is not building and improving Findstack.
https://findstack.com/blog/authors/axel-grubba
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