Cloudflare Crushes Record DDoS Attack: 22.2 Tbps of Internet Chaos Conquered!

Cloudflare recently fended off a DDoS attack peaking at a staggering 22.2 Tbps, the equivalent of streaming one million 4K videos at once. While it lasted just 40 seconds, it set a new record. As DDoS attacks continue to grow in frequency and size, Cloudflare’s defense game is stronger than ever.

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Hot Take:

Cloudflare’s latest DDoS escapade is like a high-stakes game of digital whack-a-mole, with the moles getting bigger and meaner every time. But fear not! Cloudflare’s hammer is still the biggest, and they just keep smashing records. Who knew cybersecurity could be so action-packed? Not all heroes wear capes; some mitigate 22.2 Tbps attacks.

Key Points:

  • Cloudflare mitigated a DDoS attack peaking at 22.2 Tbps and 10.6 Bpps.
  • This attack is the largest ever mitigated, surpassing previous records.
  • The attack’s volume was equivalent to streaming one million 4K videos at once.
  • The AISURU botnet, blamed for a previous attack, infects various devices worldwide.
  • The attack’s duration was just 40 seconds but packed a powerful punch.

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