Splunk Observability Cloud Certified Metrics User — Question 46

What is the main difference between a DDoS and a DoS attack?

Answer options

• A. A DDoS attack is a type of physical attack, while a DoS attack is a type of cyberattack.
• B. A DDoS attack uses a single source to target a single system, while a DoS attack uses multiple sources to target multiple systems.
• C. A DDoS attack uses multiple sources to target a single system, while a DoS attack uses a single source to target a single or multiple systems.
• D. A DDoS attack uses a single source to target multiple systems, while a DoS attack uses multiple sources to target a single system.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, accurately describes that a DDoS attack employs multiple sources to overwhelm a single target system, while a DoS attack involves a single source that can target either one or several systems. Options A and B mischaracterize the nature of the attacks, and D incorrectly states the source and target dynamics of both attack types.