Why Would Anyone Bomb Me?
Explore the reasons behind DDoS attacks, from unethical competition and ransom demands to political motives. Understand how these attacks are inexpensive and easy to execute, often causing significant financial damage. This lesson prepares you to recognize the threat landscape and consider defensive strategies against such attacks.
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Why would anyone want a website taken down?
There are a number of reasons someone would want to take a website down: maybe they’re a competitor with bad ethics, or simply a malicious person looking for a quick buck in the form of ransom. DDoS can be used to shut down political websites that might not be in line with a government’s view, or even against sites of dubious morals.
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