Cyberattack Rehearsal On Internet Firm Brings Down Major Sites, Including

Twitter, Netflix, Visa

CAÑAS MOSQUERA, DILIA CAROLINA1
carolinacanas429@correo.com
Fundación Universitaria de Popayán
INTRODUCTION
Numerous popular websites, such as Netflix and Twitter, have been the subject of a massive
cyberattack, leaving users without access to their favorite websites for eight hours. The National
Security Department is investigating the incident and trying to find out who is responsible. Among
those affected is Pedro, a resident at Imperial Beach in San Diego, who has a sad story to tell about
how this cyber attack affected his life. In this article, we will explore the details of the attack and
the possible implications for the future of online security.

DEVELOPMENT
The text presented shows us the news of a massive cyberattack that affected several popular
websites, such as Netflix and Twitter. This attack caused service disruptions for eight hours,
preventing users from accessing their favorite websites.
Pedro, a resident of Imperial Beach in San Diego, is a tragic example of the consequences a cyber
attack of this magnitude can have. His story, although not detailed in the text, suggests that he may
have been one of the direct victims of the attack, which reminds us that behind every cyber incident
there are people who can suffer the consequences.
The National Security Department is trying to identify the culprit of this attack, which has been
classified as a “Cyber Pearl Harbor” by some cybersecurity experts. This is the first attack that has
affected the entire network, and has been referred to as a “Denial of Service DDoS”.
Although no one has claimed responsibility for the attack, it is suspected that WikiLeaks may be
involved. This incident has caused significant economic losses for the affected companies, and
many users have been damaged in their productivity.
Cybersecurity expert Philip Liebermann has warned that there could be more disruptions in the
future, and has urged companies and governments to take measures to prevent this type of attacks.
This incident demonstrates the importance of cybersecurity and the need to protect information
and online resources. Cyber attacks are a real threat and can have serious consequences for the
economy and society at large. It is the responsibility of all to work together to prevent these attacks
and protect users of the network.
CONCLUSION
The cyberattack that affected major websites, including Netflix and Twitter, is a reminder of the
need for greater cyber security and international cooperation in the fight against cybercrime. It is
important that governments, and citizens work together to ensure that information systems are
secure and protected against possible future attacks.