Why Traditional Firewalls Struggle with Flood Syn Attacks and How TG8 DPI Firewall is Different
- Apr 23, 2023,
- TG8 Security
In recent years, cyberattacks have become increasingly common, and one of the most dangerous types of attacks is a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack, which includes Flood Syn attacks. These attacks can be challenging to stop, and they can have a significant impact on a network. However, TG8 DPI Firewall’s session intelligence is an effective tool for preventing these attacks. In this blog, we will explain what Flood Syn attacks are, why they are hard to stop, the impact of these attacks, and why TG8 DPI Firewall’s session intelligence is effective in stopping them.
What are Flood Syn attacks?
A Flood Syn attack is a type of DDoS attack that exploits a weakness in the TCP/IP protocol. The attack involves sending a large number of Syn requests to a server or network device, with no intention of completing the three-way handshake that establishes a connection. This results in a state of “half-open” connections that can’t be used for anything else, leading to an overwhelming amount of traffic that can bring down a network.
Why are Flood Syn attacks hard to stop?
Flood Syn attacks are challenging to stop because they can appear to be legitimate traffic. The attacker can use multiple IP addresses to make it difficult to block the attack at the source. Additionally, traditional firewalls use session tables to track the state of network connections, which can be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of traffic generated by the attack.
The impact of Flood Syn attacks:
The impact of a Flood Syn attack can be severe. It can cause a network to become unresponsive, leading to a denial of service for legitimate users. In some cases, the attack can also cause the system to crash, leading to data loss or corruption. The financial impact of an attack can also be significant, with downtime leading to lost revenue and productivity.
Why is TG8 DPI Firewall’s session intelligence effective in stopping Flood Syn attacks?
TG8 DPI Firewall’s session intelligence is an effective tool for stopping Flood Syn attacks because it uses advanced rule-based techniques instead of session tables to evaluate network traffic. This approach enables the firewall to quickly identify and block malicious traffic, even when it appears to be legitimate.
TG8 DPI Firewall’s deep packet inspection (DPI) capability also plays a significant role in stopping Flood Syn attacks. DPI enables the firewall to analyze the contents of network packets in real-time, detecting and blocking attacks that use advanced evasion techniques like packet fragmentation and obfuscation.
Finally, TG8 DPI Firewall is highly customizable, allowing network administrators to define specific rules that allow or block traffic based on a variety of criteria. This approach enables network administrators to tailor the firewall’s behavior to their specific needs, providing an additional layer of protection against Flood Syn attacks.
In conclusion, Flood Syn attacks are a significant threat to networks, but TG8 DPI Firewall’s session intelligence is an effective tool for preventing these attacks. By using advanced rule-based techniques, DPI, and customizable rules, TG8 DPI Firewall provides comprehensive protection against Flood Syn attacks, ensuring that networks remain secure and operational.
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