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DoS attack

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See denial of service attack.

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A DoS attack may launch from a single source, or from several sources, called Distributed DoS (DDoS).

Network and application layer tests reveal security gaps by Goldstein, Josh / Computer Technology Review

In a DoS attack, a compromised computer sends a message with a false return address to the server.

Network security: unwelcome visitors: campus networks are still ... by Coral, Tim / University Business

Worldwide, as many as 10,000 DoS attacks occur each day.

Denial of Service Attacks Could Cause Super Bowl Slowdown, Warns ... by Business Wire

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