Microsoft just blocked the biggest DDoS attack ever on Azure
On October 24, Microsoft's Azure cloud stopped a record-breaking cyberattack—peaking at a wild 15.72 terabits per second—aimed at a single endpoint in Australia.
Thanks to its global security system, Azure kept everything running smoothly, showing just how intense online threats are getting.
The Aisuru botnet did the damage
This attack came from the Aisuru botnet, which launched the attack from over 500,000 source IPs across various regions by exploiting compromised home routers and cameras.
It used super-fast data floods to try and overwhelm Azure.
As more devices get connected, these kinds of attacks are only getting bigger and harder to stop.
Why it matters
Cyberattacks like this are becoming more common as tech advances.
For anyone using cloud services or smart devices, it's a reminder: staying protected online is more important than ever.