The acronym “DDoS” stands for Distributed Denial of Service. It refers to a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal functioning of a targeted server, service, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. In a DDoS attack, multiple compromised devices are used to send simultaneous traffic, making it challenging for the target to respond. Such attacks can lead to downtime, significant service interruptions, and potential financial loss for organizations. Mitigating DDoS attacks requires robust security measures and traffic management systems.