IP Null Attack 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
Sends packets with no set protocol field, bypassing some security measures.
Mitigation Capabilities
Anycast: Yes, disperses null traffic across nodes.
NGINX Proxy: No, irrelevant for IP protocol-level attacks.
HAProxy: No, not applicable for IP-level threats.
IDS Suricata: Yes, detects null protocol packets.
WAF: No, not relevant for IP-level attacks.
OWASP Rules: No, unrelated to IP threats.
Complex anycast solution – WEDOS Global (or Cloudflare for example): Yes, mitigates null packet attacks efficiently.
Solutions
Configure firewalls to block null packets and use IDS systems.
Why WEDOS Global?
WEDOS Global provides Anycast-powered edge protection that filters malicious traffic before it reaches your core systems. For DDoS types like IP Null Attack, 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.