Cybersecurity professionals foresee a spike in DDoS attacks targeting Russia, with a notable uptick anticipated during the May holidays. StormWall researchers warned that the volume of assaults could triple, according to an interview with a major publication.
Industry experts also note that temporary infrastructure components are likely to be prime targets. Elena Nemirovskaya, head of the Advertising and Visual Communication Department at Synergy University and CEO of IT agency Lev Group, emphasized that disruption to these fleeting systems could ripple through the national economy and worsen short-term instability.
Over the past year, DDoS activity in Russia has risen sharply, with a 60-70% increase compared to 2021. Analysts pointed out that while some attackers may lack advanced technical skills, the volume and coordination behind modern DDoS campaigns have grown substantially, enabling broader impact. — StormWall researchers
Earlier discussions noted that in the first quarter of 2023 Russia recorded a DDoS capacity of 1.4 Tbps, marking a 17% rise from the previous peak. This indicates a continuing trajectory of intensified volumetric attacks and the need for robust defensive measures across both public and private sectors. — Security Code experts