Peter, a malicious hacker, wants to perform an attack. He first compromises computers distributed across the internet and then installs specialized software on these computers. He then instructs the compromised hosts to execute the attack. Every host can then be used to launch its own attack on the target computers. Which of the following attacks is Peter performing?

A. Teardrop attack

B. SYN flood attack

C. Ping of Death attack

D. DDoS attack








 

Suggested Answer: D



This question is in GISF exam 
For getting GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) Certificate

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