The Secrets of IT and Security

A DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the availability of a targeted server, network, or website by overwhelming it with a flood of traffic from multiple sources.  Unlike a DoS attack, which originates from a …

Vulnerabilities in TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) stacks can indeed pose serious security risks, including the potential for remote code execution (RCE) and denial of service (DoS) attacks. These vulnerabilities often arise d…

In the context of cybersecurity and software development, a weakness refers to a flaw or vulnerability in a system, application, or network that can be exploited by attackers to compromise security or disrupt functionality. Weaknesses can manifest in …

Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) is a dictionary of publicly known information security vulnerabilities and exposures. Managed by the MITRE Corporation, CVE provides a standardized way to identify and categorize vulnerabilities across differ…

Domain security is the practice of implementing security measures, controls, and technologies that protect your company domain name against malicious cyber threats. DNS (Domain Name System) security is essential for ensuring the integrity, availabilit…

A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the regular functioning of a network, service, or website by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. Here's how a DDoS attack typically works: 1. **Botnet Fo…