Whitepaper
The DDoS Threat to Online Gaming
Gamers won’t wait out a lag spike—and neither should you. Our free whitepaper breaks down the latest DDoS threats in online gaming and compares on-prem, hybrid, and cloud-only defenses so you can protect player experience without missing a beat. Get your copy now.
Facing a surge in targeted disruption
Why Game Platforms are
Prime Targets
Competitive Interference
Players or teams may use DDoS attacks to knock opponents offline during tournaments or ranked matches.
Trolling and disruption
Some attackers seek attention by spoiling major releases or online events.
Extortion (RDoS)
Criminal groups threaten sustained outages unless a ransom is paid—often targeting game companies during launches, holidays, or promotional events.
Low barrier to entry
With DDoS-for-hire services easily available on underground markets, even non-technical actors can launch impactful attacks for a few dollars.
Why industry leaders choose Corero
Our latest awards and recognition
Corero named Gold Winner of Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity
Corero named Silver Winner of Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity
Corero named on the 2025 CRN Channel Chiefs List
Corero selected for the 2024 MES Midmarket 100 List
Corero wins 2024 Visionary Spotlight Award for Cybersecurity
