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These days, there are plenty of ways to run DDoS simulation testing and make sure you're protected against attacks. You can do it on your own using commercial software or open-source tools—whatever works best for you. That said, there are a few must-haves when it comes to running DDoS tests. For one, you'll need a platform that allows you to easily start and stop attack simulations as needed. Plus, don't forget to notify and get approval from relevant parties, such as your cloud provider or tool vendor, before you begin testing. Beyond these basics, there are some best practices that can help you get the most out of your  DDoS testing . 1 – Plan tests to validate the protection of your most critical assets  While it may be easier to run black box testing (basically launching attacks without looking at the internal structure, architecture, and configuration of your protection), a white box testing approach is much more effective when it comes to uncovering serious vulnera...

The surge in DDoS attack traffic this year has been driven in part by the rapid expansion of IoT devices - from smart watches and home appliances to cars, hundreds of millions of new devices are joining the global internet. Many of these new devices feature poor security and are easily added to attacker's pool of botnets.  It is true that the DDoS threat grows alongside internet expansion. But the relationship isn't linear. The true catalyst behind this surge lies in the mass availability of botnet-for-hire platforms and low-barrier attack tools. Meanwhile, the number of high-value targets – such as financial institutions, governments, and critical infrastructure – remains relatively fixed. The result is a growing imbalance, in which more attackers are armed with more tools - targeting the same essential services with increasing frequency and complexity. How AI Makes DDoS More Dangerous  AI and machine learning are impacting the evolution of DDoS strategies and tactics. T...