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DDoS attacks in blockchain networks, explained
A DDoS attack involves hackers inserting malware into possibly thousands of internet-enabled devices, collectively referred to as a botnet, and prompting them to deliver a deluge of requests to the target system simultaneously. These compromised machines, individually termed bots or zombies, could be cellphones, desktops, servers or even Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Attackers usually establish direct control over bots by infecting them with malware without the knowledge of the victims. The influx of incoming traffic overwhelms the target system’s ability to respond to valid requests because the attack consumes ... (full story)