This report provides useful information on holiday DDOS attacks, including the specter of combined attacks that use DDOS as a diversion while launching more serious hacks.
But another lump of coal comes at the very end of the article: “Companies that have cyber insurance can attempt to recoup financial losses incurred from a DDoS attack if their policy includes a business interruption clause, (Freeborn & Peters LLP partner Robert) Stines said.”
So, does your cyber insurance include a business interruption clause?
“Cyberattacks that knock internet platforms offline temporarily—a particular concern on Cyber Monday—are likely to spike this holiday season, but victims have few legal avenues to seek recovery, attorneys and industry professionals say.”
Source: Holiday DDoS Cyberattacks Can Hurt E-Commerce, Lack Legal Remedy