Protected: E-Shop Dynamics
Overview
E-Shop Dynamics, a growing e-commerce platform, faced recurring DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks, particularly during the critical peak shopping seasons. These attacks not only posed immediate threats to revenue but also jeopardized long-term customer trust. Capaciteam was engaged to develop and implement a robust defence strategy.
Industry
Retail / E-commerce
The Challenge
The increasing popularity of the platform made it an attractive target for DDoS attacks intended to overload its infrastructure and cause service disruptions. The seasonal nature of the attacks compounded the challenge, necessitating a scalable and flexible defence mechanism.
The Solution
Capaciteam’s approach centered on a thorough risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities in the platform’s infrastructure. Based on these insights, a multi-layered security strategy was devised, including the deployment of advanced DDoS mitigation tools, the establishment of redundant network pathways, and the implementation of an emergency response protocol to ensure rapid action in the event of an attack. The team included a lead security architect, two network engineers, and three DDoS mitigation specialists.
The Technology Stack
Suite of DDoS mitigation tools, cloud-based protection services, intrusion detection systems, automated traffic filtering solutions.
Team size
6
specialists
Duration
12
months
Key Factors of Success
The adaptive security measures implemented by Capaciteam, capable of scaling in response to varying attack intensities, were pivotal in maintaining the platform’s availability during peak periods. The proactive engagement of the e-commerce platform’s technical team, in concert with Capaciteam’s experts, facilitated a dynamic and effective defence posture.
