Remote users report that they are unable to log in to the VPN. The help desk confirms that each employee has a stable internet connection and correct permissions for VPN use but also identifies…

The correct answer is D. DDoS. A DDoS attack can overwhelm the VPN gateway with excessive traffic, preventing legitimate remote users from establishing VPN sessions even though their credentials, permissions, and internet connections are all functioning normally.

Submitted by lukas.cz· Mar 6, 2026Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations

Question

Remote users report that they are unable to log in to the VPN. The help desk confirms that each employee has a stable internet connection and correct permissions for VPN use but also identifies similar login errors for all affected users. Which of the following types of attacks most likely occurred?

Options

ACollision
BSpraying
COn-path
DDDoS

How the community answered

(28 responses)

A
11% (3)
B
4% (1)
C
4% (1)
D
82% (23)

Explanation

A DDoS attack can overwhelm the VPN gateway with excessive traffic, preventing legitimate remote users from establishing VPN sessions even though their credentials, permissions, and internet connections are all functioning normally.

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