CASP+ Definitions: DDOS Protection
DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) protection is a set of technologies and strategies used to protect computer networks and websites from DDoS attacks. A DDoS attack is a type of cyber attack where a large number of computers, often compromised by malware, are used to flood a network or website with traffic in order to overwhelm it and make it unavailable to legitimate users.
DDoS protection works by identifying and filtering out the malicious traffic while allowing legitimate traffic to continue to flow. This is typically done by using specialized hardware and software that can analyze network traffic in real-time and detect patterns that are indicative of a DDoS attack.
There are several different approaches to DDoS protection, including:
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Rate limiting: This involves limiting the amount of traffic that can be sent to a network or website in order to prevent it from becoming overwhelmed.
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Filtering: This involves identifying and filtering out traffic that is malicious or otherwise harmful.
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Redundancy: This involves setting up redundant systems that can absorb excess traffic in the event of a DDoS attack.
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Cloud-based protection: This involves using a third-party service that specializes in DDoS protection to filter out malicious traffic before it reaches the target network or website.
DDoS attacks can be extremely damaging to businesses and organizations, leading to lost revenue, damage to reputation, and in some cases, legal liability. DDoS protection is an important part of any organization’s cybersecurity strategy and is essential for ensuring that critical network resources remain available and accessible to legitimate users.
