Five DDoS Misconceptions

It seems like the IT community can’t get through a single week lately without news of another denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. Whether it is the recent waves of attacks against financial institutions, the gaming industry, or hosting providers, the most striking piece of information about these events is their effectiveness and method diversity. Not too long ago, DDoS attacks were considered minor annoyances at worst. Defeating them wasn’t easy, but it was manageable for experienced network administrators. Now, the sheer volume, complexity, and malicious nature of evolved attacks have pushed the need for dedicated DDoS defenses to the forefront for many…