Actually, I see the word 'attack' as an emotional trigger and maybe not ideal. I much preferred their analogy that assures non-technical users (on github???) and makes sense:
> This is like a bunch of people blocking the front door and not letting you into your house. The contents of your house are safe -- you just can’t get in until they get out of the way.
> This is like a bunch of people blocking the front door and not letting you into your house. The contents of your house are safe -- you just can’t get in until they get out of the way.