From deals to DDoS: exploring Cyber Week 2024 Internet trends

Internet traffic patterns during Black Friday and Cyber Monday revealed significant variations globally and regionally. In the US, Cyber Monday consistently led as the busiest day for global Internet traffic, followed closely by Black Friday. However, other countries like the UK and Germany saw higher traffic on Black Friday, while Australia ranked it third. The days leading up to Black Friday also experienced increased activity in many regions. On the cybersecurity front, DDoS attacks surged during Cyber Week, especially targeting shopping-related sites. The trends observed this year are consistent with previous years, likely due to factors like colder weather and holiday shopping periods. Cloudflare's analysis provides insights into internet traffic patterns and cybersecurity threats, offering a unique perspective on global online behavior.