DOS Attacks

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  How hackers can turn the Internet of Things into a weapon

  As more unsecured devices become IP-enabled for remote management or as part of sensor networks, the possibilities for attack grow.
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  12 steps that can help agencies fight DDOS attacks

  As denial of service attacks become more frequent and powerful, agencies need to take steps to prepare, from new arrangements with ISPs to establishing low-bandwidth alternate communications.
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  When DDOS attacks become real threats

  Servers being bombarded by requests is a nuisance, but when attacks come in conjunction with an emergency, they can lead to trouble.
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  DDOS attacks turn up the volume

  Attacks from botnets are increasing in bandwidth and, significantly, packet rates, a Prolexic report says.
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  Phone DOS: What's in it for the crooks

  DHS has warned about recent denial of service attacks against PSAPs and other government phone lines, but the attacks are nothing new.
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  9 steps that help defend against DDOS

  Most experts agree that you can't do it all by yourself, but there are practical measures agencies can take to shore up their networks against denial of service attacks.

• How to mitigate and defend against DOS attacks

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• Surviving denial-of-service? You need outside help to keep from going under.

• Denial-of-service attacks: It's a problem, bro