LizardStresser DDoS attack has been increasing in popularity throughout 2016 and is being used increasingly to target the Internet of Things. The number of unique Lizardstresser command-and-control (C2) sites has been steadily increasing throughout 2016. One particular group has notably launched a massive 400Gbps attack focusing primarily on US based gaming sites, Brazilian financial institutions, ISPs and governments. Most of the compromised devices are reportedly from Vietnam and Brazil. The attack sources in play are mostly coming from Vietnam but a significant number are emanating from Brazil.”]
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