DDoS ATTACK ORCHESTRATION ON THE DARK WEB: AN OVERVIEW BEHIND THE SCENES OF A CYBERTHREAT

Oct 27, 2023

INTRODUCTION

The internet has become a huge and diversified area in the digital age, enabling communication, access to information, and the provision of innovative services. However, in addition to what the "surface web" shows us, there is a secret component known as the "dark web." This enigmatic dimension, which is inaccessible via regular search engines, is a land for unlawful activity and a fertile ground for cyber threats.

In this article, we will discuss the dark nuances of this layer, where attacks, including one of the most severe, distributed denial of service (DDoS), are coordinated behind a veil of secrecy and anonymity. Another facet of this complex relationship is cyberwarfare, in which agents from various origins collaborate to conduct cyber operations with a focus on political and military conflicts, taking advantage of this fertile territory, above all, for shady activities, as a platform for communication and resource sharing.

This interrelationship indicates a continually changing environment in which the dark web serves as an infrastructure for planning and carrying out DDoS assaults, which are frequently associated with cyberwarfare. Understanding these characteristics is essential for dealing with digital dangers in an age of global connection, where the consequences can be severe.

DARK WEB - What the eyes do not see

The "dark web" is a hidden part of the internet that is inaccessible via traditional search engines and requires special software, such as Tor, to navigate. Unlike the "surface web," which is....

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Mariana Gouveia
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1 year ago

Excellent articĺe !!

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