The report also highlights a rise in both the intensity and sophistication of attacks, fueled by the rapid adoption of AI automation tools. In 2024, terabit-level DDoS attacks increased nearly tenfold, with 86% lasting more than 10 minutes. At the same time, CDNetworks’ AI-powered defenses blocked 114.7% more malicious bot traffic compared to 2023. These trends point to a more challenging threat landscape, where attacks are easier to launch and increasingly difficult to defend against.
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- Gaming platforms remained top DDoS targets; e-commerce bot attacks increased by 46.2%.
- 78% of API attacks occurred post-authentication, revealing a significant security gap.
- Web exploit attacks surged by 35.01%, with HTTP protocol violations identified as a primary attack vector.
- AI-powered defense has become essential against evolving threats (e.g., low-and-slow DDoS, AI-driven bot attacks).
“The landscape of web application and API attacks is shifting dramatically due to increased automation and complexity,” said Antony Li, Global Head of Infrastructure at CDNetworks. “Our report uncovers these emerging challenges and highlights why intelligent, AI-powered defenses are no longer optional but essential.”
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