How do bots contribute to distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks?

Bots contribute to DDoS attacks by leveraging networks of compromised devices to flood a target system or network with an overwhelming amount of traffic, causing it to become inaccessible to legitimate users. These bots are often controlled remotely by a malicious actor. To mitigate the impact of DDoS attacks involving bots, organizations can implement various strategies, including using DDoS mitigation services, deploying network firewalls, using intrusion detection and prevention systems, maintaining up-to-date security patches, and monitoring network traffic for anomalies. Additionally, implementing rate limiting, access controls, and CAPTCHA challenges can help in identifying and blocking malicious bot traffic. Regularly assessing and enhancing network security measures can also help in mitigating the risks associated with bot-driven DDoS attacks.