A sweeping international operation has crippled 53 illegal DDoS-for-hire services, unmasking millions of cybercriminals and sending shockwaves through the digital black market.
Cyberattacks often strike during high-demand periods, exposing weaknesses in DDoS defenses tested under ideal conditions. This feature investigates why continuous, real-world testing is essential to protect critical online services when it matters most.
German cybercrime suspect Noah Christopher, the alleged operator of the Fluxstress DDoS-for-hire platform, was arrested in Bangkok after a global manhunt. Authorities say his arrest is a major blow to the cybercrime-as-a-service industry.
The Masjesu botnet is covertly infecting IoT devices worldwide, fueling a sophisticated DDoS-for-hire market. Using stealth tactics and Telegram for promotion, it avoids high-profile targets while expanding its reach and capabilities.
The Masjesu botnet is turning everyday IoT devices into weapons for large-scale DDoS attacks. Discover how this elusive malware spreads, maintains control, and evades detection in a global cybercrime operation.
A new wave of DDoS-for-hire services is turning everyday routers into weapons. Masjesu, a stealthy botnet, exploits global IoT infrastructure to launch massive attacks and evade law enforcement. Learn the tactics, reach, and defenses against this evolving threat.
The Masjesu botnet is quietly hijacking routers and IoT devices for paid DDoS attacks, using advanced stealth techniques to evade detection. Learn how this threat operates and how to defend your network.
The Olympics and FIFA World Cup aren’t just athletic spectacles—they’re digital battlegrounds attracting hackers, state actors, and cybercriminals. Explore the high-stakes world of event cybersecurity, the latest threats, and the frontline lessons for organizations everywhere.
Mirai botnets, once basic IoT malware, now power record-breaking DDoS attacks and stealthy proxy abuse. Explore their evolution and why defending against them is more urgent than ever.
Gcore Radar’s Q3-Q4 2025 report uncovers a staggering 150% year-on-year increase in DDoS attacks, driven by sophisticated automation and new global hotspots. Technology, finance, and gaming are the hardest hit, as attackers deploy shorter, more intense network-layer strikes.