DDoS Attacks in MENA: Q2 2026 Report
DDoS attacks in MENA surged by 288% YoY in Q2 2026. Hacktivists were behind 83% of attacks, while botnets grew and campaigns became longer and more complex.
DDoS attacks in MENA surged by 288% YoY in Q2 2026. Hacktivists were behind 83% of attacks, while botnets grew and campaigns became longer and more complex.
The Netviser success story shows how a Turkish security provider leveraged StormWall to mitigate a 3 Tbps DDoS attack and scale its managed protection services.
In this report, we explore the key trends that shaped Q2 2026, including the most common attack patterns, the industries most heavily targeted, and the distribution of DDoS activity across different countries.
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StormWall helped an Indonesian government institution stop disruptions, ensure availability of critical public services, and strengthen citizen trust.