Which of the following describes a DDoS attack? (Choose three.)

Which of the following describes a DDoS attack? (Choose three.)

• The attack is relatively simple to conduct, even by an unskilled threat actor.
• The attack originates from multiple, coordinated sources.
• Zombies are controlled by a command and control server.
• A threat actor builds a network of infected hosts, called a botnet.
• A network, host, or application is sent an enormous quantity of data at a rate which it cannot handle.

Explanation: DDoS attacks threat actor that builds a network of infected hosts, called a botnet. The infected hosts are zombies. Each controlled by a command and control server that can then launch the DDoS attack from multiple, coordinated sources.

Exam with this question: 15.4.3 Check Your Understanding - Denial of Service Attacks