Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attacks: Classification, Attacks, Challenges and Countermeasures

The book "DDoS Attacks – Classification, Attacks, Challenges, and Countermeasures" provides an overview of defensive solutions for DDoS attacks, exploring economic aspects and their implications. It covers taxonomies, trends, defensive mechanisms, and incentives, discussing attack types, motivations, and resource allocation. It is designed for readers in the cybersecurity domain, including students, researchers, developers, and faculty.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The intensity and complexity of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are on the rise, fueled by the Internet's uneven resource distribution. While numerous technical solutions exist, those involving economic aspects have received limited attention. This comprehensive book, titled "DDoS Attacks – Classification, Attacks, Challenges, and Countermeasures," offers a comprehensive overview of both types of defensive solutions proposed to date, delving into various dimensions that effectively mitigate DDoS attacks and shed light on their associated implications.

Key Features:

Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides detailed insights into taxonomies of DDoS attacks, highlighting recent trends and classifying defensive mechanisms based on their deployment location, types of defensive actions, and economic incentives.

In-depth Analysis: Chapters are dedicated to exploring the various types of DDoS attacks associated with different layers of security, the motivations behind attackers, and the significance of incentives and liabilities in any defensive solution.

Illustrative Examples: The text is accompanied by illustrative examples that help clarify complex concepts and demonstrate the practical application of defensive strategies.

Target Audience: "DDoS Attacks – Classification, Attacks, Challenges, and Countermeasures" is tailored for readers with a keen interest in the cybersecurity domain, encompassing students and researchers exploring the intricacies of DDoS attacks, developers and security professionals focused on developing robust defensive schemes and applications for detecting and mitigating DDoS attacks, and faculty members from various universities.

By delving into these topics, the book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to address the growing threat of DDoS attacks and develop effective strategies for mitigating their impact.

Weight: 190g
Dimension: 215 x 139 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781003147466