Email bombing, also known as mail bombing, is a form of cyberattack in which a malicious actor sends a large number of emails to a target email address or server. The goal of an email bombing attack is to overwhelm the target’s email system, causing it to crash or become unresponsive.
Email bombing can be used to disrupt a variety of targets, including businesses, governments, and individuals. In some cases, email bombing attacks have been used to extort money or to spread malware. Email bombing can also be used as a form of protest or to draw attention to a particular cause.