World's biggest DDoS attack stopped, and the numbers behind it are ridiculous

This week's biggest cybersecurity news and advice, all in one place Created for znamenski.techradar@blogger.com | Web Version 25 June 2025 CONNECT WITH TECHRADAR PRO     Your round-up of the top security news of the week SIGN UP ⋅   SHARE Top stories This mega DDoS attack broke all records - huge 37.4TB bombardment in 45 seconds against a single victim is the largest ever recorded A huge DDoS attack which sent 38TB of data could have wreaked havoc - but it was stopped in its tracks. Read more Hackers could trick users into downloading malware and opening malicious sites using a flaw in Android - here's what you need to know A new Android flaw lets hidden characters in notifications launch wrong links or trigger silent app actions, bypassing traditional malware detection tools. Read more The TSA has issued an urgent warning about criminals using fake USB charging ports, free Wi-Fi honeypots to steal your identity ahead of summer holidays TSA warns travelers of rising threats from fake USB chargers and public Wi-Fi traps used to steal identities, data, and financial information. Read more Cybercriminals are targeting gamers with expired Discord invite links which redirect to malware servers - here's how to stay safe Expired Discord invite links are being hijacked to redirect users into malware traps targeting gamers. Read more Major US healthcare data provider hit by data breach - over 5 million patients affected, here's what we know Episource confirmed suffering a cyberattack, and losing plenty of sensitive patient information. Read more The best antivirus software in 2025: top picks ranked and reviewed for PC Looking for the best antivirus? I've tested and ranked all the best antivirus available today Read more "No evidence" - here's why the massive 16 billion record data breach may not be as bad as first thought The recently-revealed mega breach may not be new, or a breach, at all. Read more Sign Up  |    Update Profile  |    Unsubscribe Privacy Policy  |    Cookies Policy  |    Terms and Conditions CONTACT US: FEEDBACK  |    ADVERTISE © Future Publishing Limited. Reg No. 2008885 England. Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA.