Security News > 2021 > March > DDoS attacks surge as cybercriminals take advantage of the pandemic
DDoS attacks reached a record high during the pandemic as cybercriminals launched new and increasingly complex attacks, a Link11 report reveals.
The analysis showed a boom in DDoS attacks that were closely linked to the pandemic.
Key stats Boom in attacks: From February to September 2020, the number of DDoS attacks nearly doubled and was on average 98% higher than in the same period last year.
Increased attack volumes: High-volume attacks of over 50 Gpbs became a problem for inadequately protected businesses.
High attack frequency: The attackers increasingly relied on short, repetitive attacks lasting for hours and days.
As the attack surfaces for companies have increased in size and complexity due to the digital transformation triggered by the pandemic, DDoS attackers have adapted to these trends.
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