Ce este un atac DDoS și cum poate bloca un site. Cum ajung dispozitivele personale sub controlul atacatorilor și cum le protejezi

DDoS attacks overwhelm online services by flooding them with traffic from multiple sources, making them inaccessible to legitimate users. These attacks often utilize compromised devices, forming a botnet that sends simultaneous requests to a target. While DDoS aims to disrupt service, it does not necessarily indicate data theft. Organizations can suffer significant financial losses and damage to their reputation due to such attacks. Preventive measures include monitoring infrastructure, using security solutions, and having a response plan in place. Users can protect their devices by updating security software and using strong passwords. Incidents can be reported to the National Cyber Security Directorate in Romania.