Massive DDoS Attack Reaches 22.2 Tbps and 10.6 Bpps: Cloudflare Blocks Record-Breaking Assault

Breaking News: Record-Breaking DDoS Attack Peaks at 22 Tbps and 10 Bpps Cloudflare has successfully blocked a massive Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack that peaked at an unprecedented 22.2 Terabits per second (Tbps) and 10.6 Billion packets per second (Bpps). The hyper-volumetric assault, which lasted just 40 seconds, targeted a European network infrastructure company's single IP address. Timeline of Events The attack occurred on [date], with Cloudflare detecting the massive influx of traffic at approximately [time]. According to SecurityWeek, the attack was linked to the Aisuru botnet, which has been active for over a year. The botnet is powered by hacked IoT devices, such as routers and DVRs, compromised through known and zero-day vulnerabilities. Immediate Impact and Response Cloudflare's proprietary system quickly identified the source IPs of the attack, revealing over 404,000 unique IP addresses across 14 Autonomous Systems (ASNs) worldwide. The security firm confirmed that the source IPs were not spoofed, indicating a sophisticated and coordinated effort. Cloudflare's mitigation efforts successfully blocked the attack, preventing any potential damage to the targeted network infrastructure company. Background Context The Aisuru botnet has been linked to several high-profile attacks in recent months, including a 6.3 Tbps assault on cybersecurity blogger Brian Krebs' website. The botnet's ability to harness compromised IoT devices makes it a formidable threat, capable of launching massive DDoS attacks with relative ease. What Happens Next As the security community continues to analyze the attack, Cloudflare is working closely with law enforcement agencies to identify those responsible for the assault. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the evolving nature of cyber threats and the importance of robust security measures in protecting against such attacks. As we move forward, it will be essential to address the underlying vulnerabilities that enable botnets like Aisuru to thrive, ensuring a safer digital landscape for all. *This story is developing. Information compiled from It reporting.*