Researchers at Arbor Networks are reporting a significant spike in volumetric attacks driven by the growth of Network Time Protocol [NTP] reflection/amplification attacks. In Arbor Networks’ ATLAS Q1 2014 Update, the firm noted that the average NTP traffic globally in November 2013 was 1.29 GB/sec. By February 2013, it was 351.64 GB/sec. NTP is used […]

Most Businesses Not ‘Fully Prepared’ to Handle Data Security Incidents There is a perception that how quickly an organization detects a security incident and executes a response plan can enhance its reputation. This potential return on investment is encouraging more organizations to focus their energies on a formal incident response team and plan, according to […]