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In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks and hacktivism have emerged as significant concerns for enterprises worldwide. A recent report by NETSCOUT reveals a disturbing trend: a 43% surge in application-layer attacks and a 30% increase in volumetric attacks, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. The Rise of Hacktivist Groups Hacktivist groups, driven by ideological motivations, have intensified their cyber warfare, targeting critical infrastructure sectors such as banking and finance,...