HTTP GET Flood is a DDoS technique that targets system availability by overloading infrastructure. This page explains the attack, mitigation capabilities, and the role of WEDOS Global.
Description
Targets web servers by sending repeated GET requests to exhaust server resources.
Mitigation Capabilities
Anycast: Yes, distributes HTTP GET traffic.
NGINX Proxy: Yes, effective for filtering repeated GET requests.
HAProxy: Yes, handles high volumes of HTTP GET traffic.
IDS Suricata: Yes, detects repeated GET request patterns.
WAF: Yes, filters repetitive HTTP GET requests.
OWASP Rules: Yes, addresses HTTP GET flood patterns.
Complex anycast solution – WEDOS Global (or Cloudflare for example): Yes, mitigates HTTP GET floods effectively.
Solutions
Use advanced WAF and CAPTCHA-based protections.
Why WEDOS Global?
WEDOS Global provides Anycast-powered edge protection that filters malicious traffic before it reaches your core systems. For DDoS types like HTTP GET Flood, WEDOS offers scalable global filtering combined with advanced detection strategies and 24/7 support.
Can WEDOS Global Help?
✅ WEDOS Global is highly effective against this attack due to global Anycast and intelligent filtering.