DISTRIBUTED DENIAL OF SERVICE (DDOS): EXPLORING ATTACKS AND PREVENTION METHODS FOR IOT FRAMEWORK

The Internet of Things (IoT) has become increasingly popular in recent decades due to its ability to connect various smart devices over the Internet, such as sensors, monitoring systems, and advanced appliances. These devices work together to control, store, exchange, and analyze collected data. However, a major concern in IoT environments is the vulnerability to potential breaches by malicious actors, which can compromise the security and integrity of the collected data. To address these challenges, several studies have implemented microservices-based architectures to reduce security risks and mitigate attacks on IoT data. These architectures provide flexible, reusable, and adaptable security features. In this paper, we focus on analyzing attacks, particularly Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, and methods to prevent them. We examine the strengths and weaknesses of various approaches to offer a clearer understanding of the problem. This helps security administrators implement effective countermeasures to protect IoT systems against DDoS threats.