Understanding DDoS Attacks

The video explains DDoS attacks, which are cyber attacks aimed at disrupting a network or server by overwhelming it with traffic from multiple sources. It differentiates between DoS and DDoS attacks, highlighting that DDoS involves multiple sources. The video also describes how attackers use botnets, networks of infected computers, to execute these attacks. Finally, it discusses the motivations behind DDoS attacks, such as financial gain, political reasons, or simply for fun.

What does DDoS stand for?

• Direct Data of Service

• Distributed Denial of Service

• Direct Denial of Service

• Distributed Data of Service

What is the primary goal of a DDoS attack?

• To install malware on the server

• To gain unauthorized access to the server

• To disrupt the normal operation of a network or server

• To steal data from the server

What differentiates a DoS attack from a DDoS attack?

• DDoS attacks are easier to handle

• DDoS attacks come from multiple sources

• DoS attacks come from multiple sources

• DoS attacks are more powerful

How does a server typically handle a DoS attack?

• By ignoring the attack

• By increasing its bandwidth

• By closing the connection from the attack source

• By shutting down

What happens to a server during a DDoS attack?

• It becomes more secure

• It becomes faster

• It gets overwhelmed by traffic from multiple sources

• It starts sending out malware

What is a botnet?

• A security software

• A network of infected computers used for DDoS attacks

• A single computer used for attacks

• A type of firewall

How do attackers create a botnet?

• By using legitimate software

• By hacking into servers

• By infecting computers with malware

• By purchasing computers

What role does malware play in a DDoS attack?

• It blocks legitimate traffic

• It speeds up the server

• It recruits computers into a botnet

• It protects the server

Which of the following is NOT a reason for launching a DDoS attack?

• Fun

• Improving server performance

• Political reasons

• Financial gain

How long can a DDoS attack last?

• Only a few seconds

• It never stops

• A few minutes

• Hours or even days