The Rising Tide of DDoS Attacks

This chapter examines the surge in DDoS attacks, particularly focusing on a notable incident in Estonia that illustrated the use of cyber warfare driven by patriotic motives. It discusses the vulnerabilities of IoT devices and their exploitation in forming botnets, posing significant threats to internet infrastructure. The chapter also considers the ethical dilemmas surrounding the emergence of vigilante developers using malware to combat these threats, balancing protection of the internet with personal rights.