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
- 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.
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