DDoS Attacks on Tech Giants: How Anonymous Sudan Disrupted Critical Infrastructure

Wednesday, 16 October 2024, 22:40

DDoS attacks have intensified, with Anonymous Sudan targeting major tech companies. Federal authorities have charged two Sudanese brothers for their involvement. These distributed denial of service attacks reached essential services, implicating tech giants and government entities alike.
Arstechnica
DDoS Attacks on Tech Giants: How Anonymous Sudan Disrupted Critical Infrastructure

DDoS Attacks Overview

In a significant escalation of cyber warfare, Anonymous Sudan has launched a series of DDoS attacks against some of the world's most prominent tech companies. This operation has caused unprecedented disruptions across various sectors, including critical infrastructure and governmental networks.

Details of the Operation

Federal authorities have recently charged two Sudanese nationals, Ahmed Salah Yousif Omer, 22, and Alaa Salah Yusuuf Omer, 27, with conspiracy and numerous counts of damaging protected computers. Their attacks targeted renowned companies such as Microsoft, OpenAI, Riot Games, and many more.

Targets of the DDoS Attacks

  • Microsoft
  • OpenAI
  • Riot Games
  • PayPal
  • Steam
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Reddit
  • GitHub
  • Cloudflare

These assaults also stretched to critical services, including:
CNN.com
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
US Departments of Justice, Defense, and State.
The brothers face serious charges, with maximum prison terms reaching life for Ahmed Salah.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


Related posts


Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter for the most reliable and up-to-date tech news. Stay informed and elevate your tech expertise effortlessly.

Subscribe