MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 16,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Corero Network Security,
the specialists in distributed denial of service (DDoS) protection
solutions, announced today a new threat research report, "Mirai and
Its Common Attack Methods," authored by cybersecurity engineer
Huy Nguyen. The new report uncovers
the evolving nature of the notorious Mirai botnet and its methods
for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
Since its emergence in 2016, the Mirai botnet has been a
significant concern for cybersecurity professionals worldwide. This
new Corero report offers a comprehensive examination of Mirai
variants, its attack vectors, and the implications for
defenders.
Key findings from the research include:
- Complicating Defense: Multiple attack methods detailed
in the report blur the lines between legitimate and malicious
traffic. While blocking these attacks is feasible, the challenge
lies in filtering out the harmful traffic without inadvertently
obstructing legitimate traffic.
- Ease of Botnet Creation: The research underscores
the relative ease with which even novices can create botnets and
potentially develop innovative new attack techniques. By exploiting
IoT devices with remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities, these
botnets can be weaponized for malicious purposes.
Huy Nguyen, the report's author,
emphasizes the need for vigilance. "The Mirai botnet's capabilities
serve as a stark reminder of the importance of robust cybersecurity
practices. Both individuals and organizations must prioritize
securing their devices to mitigate the risks posed by such
threats."
The report underscores a concerning trend that despite only a
few recent variations to the Mirai codebase, it consistently sets
new benchmarks for the magnitude of DDoS attacks. Even the original
attack methods remain alarmingly potent, capable of inflicting
significant damage.
Download the full report here:
https://go.corero.com/threat-research
About Corero Network Security
Corero Network Security
is a leading provider of DDoS protection solutions, specializing in
automatic detection and protection solutions with network
visibility, analytics, and reporting tools. Corero's technology
protects against external and internal DDoS threats in complex edge
and subscriber environments, ensuring internet service
availability. With operational centers in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and
Edinburgh, UK, Corero is
headquartered in London and listed
on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (ticker: CNS).
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