Description: A flood attack is a type of denial-of-service (DoS) attack that aims to overwhelm a target, such as a server or network, with excessive traffic. This type of attack relies on saturating the system’s resources, causing the service to become slow or even inoperable. Attackers can use various techniques to carry out a flood attack, such as sending large amounts of data packets or exploiting vulnerabilities in the target’s software. The main characteristics of a flood attack include its ability to generate high traffic volume, the possibility of being executed from multiple sources (in the case of distributed attacks), and its direct impact on service availability. The relevance of this type of attack lies in its simplicity and effectiveness, making it a common tool in the arsenal of cybercriminals. Furthermore, the increasing reliance on online services by businesses and users makes protection against flood attacks a priority in cybersecurity.
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