Bulletproof hosting

The anatomy of bulletproof hosting – past, present, future

Few cybercrime enablers are as crucial and notorious as bulletproof hosting. However, despite its importance, reporting is often domineered by sensationalism and tabloid-style “infotainment.” For those seeking more prosaic coverage on this topic, join a journey on the history, current state of affairs, and potential future developments in the threat landscape.

Too big to care? - Our disappointment with Cloudflare’s anti-abuse posture

Cloudflare, best known for its content delivery network (CDN), is marketed as a “Connectivity Cloud”. Part of its offering is protecting a vast number of websites from DDoS attacks [1]. However, its attitude to abuse management and prevention proves a point of contention and we urge Cloudflare to review its anti-abuse policies.

Bulletproof hosting – there’s a new kid in town

Our researchers have uncovered a new breed of "bulletproof" hosting. Worryingly, the set-up for cybercriminals is more cost-effective, less risky, and provides greater agility compared with that of 'conventional' bulletproof hosting, making it easier for them to host all kinds of badness. Here's what you need to know...

Dutch ISP Attempts False Police Report

If The Netherlands has penalties for filing false reports and wasting police time, Dutch ISP 'A2B Internet' will be looking at a hefty fine. The owner of the small Dutch transit ISP claimed on Tuesday 11 Oct to have filed a report with local police in the Dutch region of...