obstruction

A type of threat action that interrupts delivery of system services by hindering system operations. (See: disruption.)

Tutorial: This type of threat action includes the following subtypes:

• "Interference": Disruption of system operations by blocking communication of user data or control information. (See: jamming.)
• "Overload": Hindrance of system operation by placing excess burden on the performance capabilities of a system component. (See: flooding.)