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BusinessHonor - DDoS Attacks Surge via Weak IoT Devices

Business Honor
10 October, 2025

DDoS attacks are rising due to hacked home devices; faster AI and stronger network protections are needed.

The growing number of harmed home internet connections and unsecured IoT devices has led to a record high in Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks on major network infrastructure, according to Nokia's 11th annual Threat Intelligence Report. At present, these attacks are carried out by large automated networks that include 100 million hacked home endpoints, or 4% of all home connections worldwide. According to Nokia, DDoS attacks are five times more common than they were a year ago, with peaks in the 5–10 terabit-per-second (Tbps) range becoming usual.

These attacks are growing stronger and shorter, 37% of DDoS attacks ended in less than two minutes in 2025, while 78% of them lasted less than five minutes, up from 44% in 2024. Fast AI security systems are now more important than ever, as defenders have to detect dangers and take action almost quickly. DDoS is not the only threat. These days, sensitive platforms and important telecom systems are the focus of attacks. In one instance, known as Salt Typhoon, hackers got access to legal interception systems and revealed subscriber data.

Human error is also a major factor. Insider errors were responsible for nearly 60% of expensive security breaches, but insufficient access limitations or missed software updates caused 76% of weaknesses. In response, more than 70% of the telecom sector are now giving AI and machine learning top priority in order to detect threats. Despite upcoming legal requirements, Nokia warns that many people are still underestimating dangers such as quantum computing. Networks must develop into complex, protective systems in the future. Only continuous AI, strong encryption, and unified DDoS prevention can protect the world's digital infrastructure.