How to Get the Most Out of Your DDoS Testing
Sept 08, 2025
Network Security / Penetration Testing
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...
