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DDOS ATTACK [1 record]

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Record 1 2021-02-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Risks and Threats (Security)
  • IT Security
DEF

An attack in which multiple compromised systems are used to attack a single target.

OBS

The flood of incoming messages to the target system forces it to shut down and denies service to legitimate users.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Risques et menaces (Sécurité)
  • Sécurité des TI
DEF

Attaque par laquelle une multitude de systèmes compromis visent une même cible.

OBS

Le flux de messages envoyés est tel qu'il provoque une panne du système ciblé et l'interruption des services offerts aux utilisateurs légitimes.

Spanish

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