OPNET Insights: Unpacking DDoS Effects on Network Performance
Atul Agrawal, Vishal Kumar Jain, Rani Astya · 2023
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attempts keep presenting an important danger to network facilities, affecting network performance and causing disruptions that impact businesses and organizations. This review paper delves into the multifaceted realm of DDoS attacks and their consequences on network performance, leveraging the powerful simulation capabilities of OPNET Modeler. The study examines key performance indicators, mitigation techniques, and emerging research areas, providing actionable insights for network administrators and security professionals. Additionally, the paper explores various types of DDoS attacks, the challenges they present, and presents a comprehensive literature survey on DDoS attack detection and mitigation strategies. Understanding the intricate relationship between DDoS attacks and network performance is crucial for enhancing network resilience in an increasingly interconnected world.