DDoS Simulation as a Service
Stress-Test Your Defenses Against
Real-World DDoS Threats
In the world of cybersecurity, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks stand out as one of the most common—and disruptive—threats facing businesses today. Yet, research from leading security vendors indicates that only half of all companies see countering DDoS as a priority. That’s a startling statistic when considering the devastating impact a well-executed DDoS attack can have, making critical systems inaccessible and costing businesses time, money, and reputation.
Unlike conventional cyberattacks that aim to breach security defenses, DDoS attacks are designed to overwhelm and disable. By exhausting network resources, they render websites or online services inaccessible to legitimate users. It’s not about breaking in—it’s about shutting you down.
AKATI Sekurity’s Approach: Real-World DDoS Simulations
At AKATI Sekurity, we simulate the latest real-world DDoS attack techniques against our clients' systems to expose vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them.
Our DDoS Simulation as a Service offers a controlled environment where we replicate multiple types of attacks to test how your systems respond—and provide actionable strategies to improve resilience. These assessments are performed safely, ensuring no harm to your existing infrastructure while accurately assessing your readiness.
Application DDoS Testing Methodology
Simulate Various DDoS Scenarios: From basic network floods to sophisticated SSL connection floods and application-level attacks, we mirror a wide range of possible threats to stress-test your defenses.
Controlled Attack Coordination: Using an out-of-band mechanism, we can start, pause, and stop attacks within seconds, manipulating their level and intensity to evaluate your system's response dynamically.
Assess Security Controls & Identify Bottlenecks: We evaluate the security controls of your application and IT infrastructure, identifying potential weaknesses and real bottlenecks that could be exploited.
Mitigation & Guidance: After identifying the risks, we provide tailored recommendations to help you mitigate threats cost-effectively. We guide your team through practical steps to reinforce your defenses.
Full Documentation: Every step of the process is documented, offering detailed insights into vulnerabilities and suggested improvements.
Defending Financial Institutions Against DDoS Attacks
For financial institutions, the stakes are particularly high. Technology systems and infrastructure—including critical systems managed by third-party providers—must be protected against volumetric, protocol, and application-layer DDoS attacks. Here’s how we ensure comprehensive protection:
Subscription to DDoS Mitigation Services: We recommend automatic “clean pipe” services, which filter and divert malicious traffic away from your network bandwidth, ensuring legitimate access remains uninterrupted.
Regular Provider Assessments: Evaluate your provider’s ability to expand network bandwidth on demand, including assessing upstream provider capability, incident response plans, and responsiveness in the event of an attack.
DNS-Based Layer Defense Mechanisms: Implement robust defenses against Domain Name Server (DNS)-based attacks, ensuring another critical line of defense against DDoS threats.
With AKATI Sekurity’s DDoS Simulation as a Service, your organization can proactively prepare for DDoS attacks, test your current defenses, and develop a strategic plan to safeguard your network, ensuring that business operations remain smooth and uninterrupted—even in the face of one of the most disruptive cyber threats.