Application of artificial intelligence in detection of DDos attacks

Abstract

Services distributed over the Internet are ranging from entertaining and informative to those whose availability must not be interrupted because it affects the quality of life, but also safety and health. Due to its importance, the global computer network is a desirable target, attacks are continually taking place, and the damage is more than considerable. Among the many types of attacks, one of the most effective, given the relationship between the damage done and the challenge to be prevented, detect and control, are DDoS attacks. This paper discusses the phases, components, categories, and types of DDoS attacks and emphasizes detection approaches. The standout approach and one that can answer the complexity of detecting DDoS attacks is the classification with artificial intelligence techniques. This work shows why artificial intelligence represents the starting point for further research in information security.