Current Threat Landscape and Cybersecurity Insights

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2025

Threat Intelligence Report

In 2024, DDoS attackers didn’t reinvent their playbook—they perfected it. The data tells a story of relentless, high-frequency attacks carried out with startling efficiency and scale. Fast, short, sub-10Gbps attacks continued to dominate, as they have for years, underscoring a persistent and evolving threat model where disruption is cheap, accessible, and alarmingly effective. Download now to see how better coordination creates stronger protection.

Thought leadership

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Latest threat research note

Combating botnet attacks

As botnet-driven attacks rise in both frequency and intensity, understanding the evolving landscape is more critical than ever. Our latest threat research note delves into the characteristics of classic DDoS attacks and explores how attackers are now leveraging advanced tools, including those within the Mikrotik and Mirai botnets, to create more sophisticated and resilient strategies.

Decoding Mirai

Check out our latest dive into the Mirai botnet saga, “Mirai and Its Common Attack Methods” reveals how this notorious threat continues to exploit IoT vulnerabilities, adapting with new, tricky attack strategies. 

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Key intelligence insights

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frequency of vector changes

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increase in daily attacks

82%

of attacks <1 Gbps

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Read past intelligence reports​

2023

Threat Intelligence Report 2022/23

Corero reveals 2023's evolving DDoS threats, underlining proactive protection's importance.

2021

Threat Intelligence Report 2021/22

Explore 2021's DDoS trends, insights, and advice from Corero's customer experiences.

2020

Threat Intelligence Report 2020/21

DDoS attacks threaten global internet; discover 2020 trends and future predictions.

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