01-08-2025
NETSCOUT Enhances DDoS Defense with AI-Powered Features
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NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC. (NASDAQ: NTCT) observability, AIOps, and cybersecurity solutions, has announced new AI-driven enhancements to its NETSCOUT Arbor Edge Defense and Arbor Enterprise Manager platforms.
These updates aim to help customers automate operations, improve reporting, and strengthen defenses against evolving Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) threats. The enhancements leverage artificial intelligence to accelerate detection and response, offering stronger protection for critical applications and services.
The solutions are powered by the ATLAS Intelligence Feed. This feed monitors over 700 Tbps of global internet traffic across more than 500 ISPs and 2,000 enterprise sites in over 100 countries. It provides real-time threat intelligence, enabling NETSCOUT products to mitigate up to 80% of DDoS attacks without the need for additional analysis.
According to IDC, 41% of organizations report online attacks, including DDoS incidents, cost them over $100,000. About 5% have reported losses exceeding $1 million. The increasing use of AI/ML in launching attacks underscores the need for automated, intelligent defense systems.
New capabilities include: Scoped user access for better data segmentation and team visibility.
Automated IP protocol flooding detection and mitigation.
Enhanced DDoS dashboards for improved operational insights.
On-demand reporting for streamlined communication across security teams.
Scott Iekel-Johnson, area vice president of DDoS and threat intelligence at NETSCOUT, said these innovations reflect the company's commitment to helping enterprises stay ahead of complex threats while simplifying management.
The company reiterated its Adaptive DDoS Protection strategy as critical to tackling the growing scale and sophistication of cyberattacks.
