A ____________ attack occurs when multiple compromised systems are used to target a single system causing denial of service.
- Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
- DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service)
- SQL Injection
- Zero-Day Exploit
A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack occurs when multiple compromised systems are used to target a single system, overwhelming it with traffic and causing a denial of service. Recognizing and mitigating DDoS attacks is crucial for maintaining the availability and reliability of online services and preventing disruptions to users.__________________________________________________
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