DDoS attack detection and prevention
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DDoS attack detection and prevention News
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April 17, 2018
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Apr'18
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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March 06, 2018
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Mar'18
Terabit DDoS attack hits 1.7Tbps and experts expect higher
Five days after a record breaking terabit DDoS attack, a new 1.7Tbps DDoS attack was detected taking advantage of improperly secured memcached servers to launch a reflection attack.
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March 01, 2018
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Mar'18
Memcrashed DDoS amplification exploits memcached UDP port
Memcrashed, a devastating new DDoS amplification attack that exploits UDP port 11211, is only possible when memcached servers are exposed to the public internet.
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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
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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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
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Distributed networks, cloud bring new focus on SD-WAN security
Enterprises are more focused on SD-WAN security as they increase connectivity among branches and determine how best to protect their users and devices from a growing threat landscape. Continue Reading
Manage DDoS attack detection and prevention
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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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
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Fight a targeted cyberattack with network segmentation, monitoring
It takes a variety of tactics, including network segmenting and monitoring, to safeguard the network. Learn the latest defenses to keep your network safe. Continue Reading
Problem Solve DDoS attack detection and prevention Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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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