Description: Jitter attack is a network manipulation technique that focuses on altering the delivery timing of data packets. This type of attack can cause variations in network latency, negatively affecting service quality in time-sensitive applications such as Voice over IP (VoIP) or video streaming. In a network environment, data packets are sent and received in a specific order and timing; however, an attacker can introduce delays or accelerate the delivery of certain packets, creating a jitter effect. This can lead to data loss, communication interruptions, and a poor user experience. Jitter manipulation can also be used to evade intrusion detection systems or to carry out denial-of-service (DoS) attacks, where the goal is to overwhelm the network and render it inoperable. Understanding jitter and its impact on the network is crucial for system and network administrators, who must implement appropriate security measures to mitigate these risks and ensure optimal performance of critical applications.
