Difference between DDoS Attacks and Spoofing Attacks

In which of the following ways does a DDoS attack differ from a spoofing attack?

A.

DDoS attacks target multiple networks

B.

Spoofing attacks originate from a single host

C.

DDoS attacks are launched from multiple hosts

D.

Spoofing attacks require physical presence.

C.

A DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack is a type of cyberattack in which an attacker uses multiple compromised computer systems to flood a target system or network with traffic, making it unavailable to legitimate users. DDoS attacks are launched from multiple hosts, which are often part of a botnet, a network of infected devices that can be controlled remotely by an attacker. The goal of a DDoS attack is to overwhelm the target system with so much traffic that it cannot function properly, resulting in a denial of service to legitimate users.

On the other hand, spoofing is a technique in which an attacker disguises their identity or the origin of their traffic by impersonating a trusted source. Spoofing attacks can take many forms, such as IP spoofing, email spoofing, or DNS spoofing, and they can be used for various malicious purposes, including data theft, phishing, or malware delivery. Spoofing attacks originate from a single host, as the attacker is trying to deceive the target system into believing that the traffic is coming from a legitimate source.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, as DDoS attacks are launched from multiple hosts, while spoofing attacks originate from a single host. It is important to note that DDoS attacks can also involve spoofing, as attackers may use spoofed IP addresses to hide their identity and make it more difficult to trace the attack back to them. However, the key difference between the two types of attacks is the number of hosts involved in the attack and the goal of the attack.