DDoS attack detection and prevention
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DDoS attack detection and prevention News
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April 27, 2018
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Apr'18
DDoS-for-hire website taken down by law enforcement
Webstresser.org, a popular DDoS-for-hire website, was taken down by several law enforcement agencies across the globe. Details are sparse, but arrests have reportedly been made.
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April 26, 2018
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Apr'18
IXPs asked to mind their 'MANRS' to improve routing security
The Internet Society expands its Mutually Agreed Norms for Routing Security, or MANRS, to IXPs as a means to protect the internet from route hijacking, leaks and IP address spoofing.
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April 17, 2018
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Device wars: Researchers track new IoT botnet DDoS attacks
A variant of the Mirai IoT botnet is the suspected cause of distributed denial-of-service attacks on financial services companies earlier this year, according to Recorded Future.
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March 14, 2018
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Mar'18
Risk & Repeat: Assessing the Memcrashed attacks
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the Memcrashed exploit and the recent trend of record-setting DDoS attacks against enterprises.
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CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing Test to Tell Computers and Humans Apart)
A CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing Test to Tell Computers and Humans Apart) is a type of challenge-response system designed to differentiate humans from robotic software programs. Continue Reading
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How to find the best DDoS attack prevention and detection tools
DDoS prevention is an urgent security need for any company. Learn how to select the products and services that will best strengthen your defense against denial-of-service attacks. Continue Reading
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Tool time: Picking DDoS prevention products
DDoS prevention is an urgent security need for any company. Learn how to select the products and services that will best strengthen your defense against denial-of-service attacks. Continue Reading
Evaluate DDoS attack detection and prevention Vendors & Products
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How can I prevent a DDoS attack program?
DDoS programs overwhelm networks with a torrent of requests. How can you prevent a DDoS attack, and what are the steps you can take to keep your networking environment secure? Continue Reading
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Botnet attacks are evolving; your defenses must too
Botnets are evolving and will continue to plague organizations. There is no one tool that will be sufficient, so it’s time to layer your anti-botnet defenses. Continue Reading
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Get the best botnet protection with the right array of tools
Enterprise anti-botnet defenses, to be effective, must be added in multiple layers. No single security product will do the trick, but the right combo of tools can. Continue Reading
Manage DDoS attack detection and prevention
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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DeOS attacks: How enterprises can mitigate the threat
An increase in DeOS attacks has been reported just as the 'Cisco 2017 Midyear Cybersecurity Report' predicted. Learn how these attacks target off-site backups with David Geer. Continue Reading
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How are logic devices like WAGO PFC200 used by hackers?
The Department of Homeland Security warned of a vulnerability affecting WAGO PFC200 logic devices. Discover how this flaw enables threat actors with expert Judith Myerson. Continue Reading
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Why locking down privileged accounts is a security essential
Access to the accounts of privileged users top most hackers' wish lists. Expert Michael Cobb reviews how hackers target these accounts and outlines ways to keep them locked tight. Continue Reading
Problem Solve DDoS attack detection and prevention Issues
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How can a BGP vulnerability in Cisco products be fixed?
A BGP vulnerability in some Cisco products enabled denial-of-service attacks. Expert Judith Myerson explains the vulnerability and how Cisco fixed the problem. Continue Reading
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DDoS attack protection: When should it be taken seriously?
The online landscape is constantly changing, along with the way attackers plan and perform cyberattacks. Learn more about crucial DDoS attack protection steps with expert Mike Cobb. Continue Reading
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How climate change threats can inform cybersecurity strategies
There are several parallels between climate-related threats to critical infrastructure and data risk. Can the connection help companies develop effective cybersecurity strategies? Continue Reading