DDoS Threat Intelligence Report for 1H 2024

This technical report presents NETSCOUT's findings on DDoS threats during the first half of 2024. It outlines the increasing complexity and frequency of DDoS attacks, highlighting a 43 percent surge in application-layer attacks and a 30 percent rise in volumetric attacks compared to the previous year. The report identifies advanced botnets such as Zergeca and DDoSia, which utilize sophisticated techniques for command-and-control operations. It documents the escalating threats to critical infrastructure sectors, particularly banking and public utilities, which have faced a 55 percent increase in attacks over four years. The report emphasizes the need for organizations to enhance their detection and mitigation strategies to counter these evolving threats. Additionally, it discusses the emergence of nuisance networks that facilitate coordinated DDoS attacks, indicating a trend towards more collaborative attack infrastructures. The findings serve as a crucial resource for network operations teams to improve their cybersecurity posture against increasingly sophisticated DDoS threats.