Solana Absorbs Record 6 Tbps DDoS Attack, Sustains Full Operations

FloorSweeper · 2025-12-16T15:26:16+00:00

Solana successfully absorbed a massive 6 Tbps DDoS attack without any disruption, showcasing its network's stability and making it more attractive for enterprise use. Recent upgrades and institutional activities bolster confidence in Solana’s capabilities.

FloorSweeper

2025-12-16 15:26:16

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Source: DefiPlanet Original Title: Solana Absorbs Record 6 Tbps DDoS Attack, Sustains Full Operations Original Link:

Quick Breakdown

Assault peaked at 6 terabits per second, the fourth-largest ever, behind strikes on Google Cloud and AWS.
Blocks processed in under one second; validators stayed online 100% with no user impact.
Following recent DDoS struggles on other networks where blocks lagged, Solana showed superior stability.

Attack Rivals Global Giants, Leaves Solana Unscathed

Solana faced a multi-day DDoS flood peaking at 6 Tbps on December 15, according to network data. The attack flooded RPC endpoints without causing any block delays, slot skips, or failed transactions across the chain. Validators maintained normal vote rates while processing routine volumes of over 100 million daily transactions.

Network upgrades, such as QUIC transport and stake-weighted Quality of Service, handled the surge. This marks a turnaround from 2022 outages, when smaller DDoS waves halted operations for hours. Recent hardening, including firewall rules and endpoint limits, blocked the traffic before it overwhelmed consensus.

Uptime Boosts Solana’s Enterprise Push

Solana’s flawless handling of a record 6 Tbps DDoS attack bolsters its suitability for enterprise use. This is supported by ecosystem achievements such as tokenized stocks issuances and custody staking partnerships. Furthermore, institutional confidence is evident, as major institutions have appointed leadership to build Solana treasuries.

The live Base-Solana Bridge significantly advances cross-chain capabilities, enabling secure and seamless transfer of assets between networks. This bridge enables developers to integrate native Solana assets into Base applications, simplifying cross-chain movement and driving adoption across DeFi, gaming, and NFTs.

A significant institutional milestone was achieved when a major digital asset firm completed one of the first U.S. commercial paper issuances and settlements on a public blockchain, specifically leveraging the Solana network. This landmark transaction, arranged by J.P. Morgan and purchased by institutional investors including major financial firms, settled in USDC stablecoins. This move from theoretical experimentation to active institutional participation showcases how Solana’s programmable infrastructure can enhance the efficiency and security of capital markets for sophisticated investors.

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AirdropChaser

· 2025-12-17 15:56

Sol is really tough this time, withstanding a 6T-level DDoS... But then again, the timing of such good news always seems so delicate.

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DataPickledFish

· 2025-12-16 15:53

Ha, 6Tbps handled? SOL's stability this time is truly top-notch --- Enterprise applications depend on who doesn't drop the ball at critical moments. Solana has really shown something this time --- Upgrade + anti-attack, institutions should have more confidence now --- Being able to withstand such a massive DDoS attack and run seamlessly, no wonder more and more big players are optimistic --- It must be said, Solana has proven its resilience in network robustness this time --- If 6Tbps can't handle it, it seems the SOL ecosystem's moat is in its depth --- For enterprise applications, stability is key. This performance report really speaks for itself --- With various upgrades and support, institutional participation is increasing, and the ecosystem is gradually taking shape --- Withstanding ultra-large-scale DDoS attacks with zero downtime, this technical foundation is indeed solid --- People say Web3 infrastructure is fragile, but Solana just proved them wrong this time

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PositionPhobia

· 2025-12-16 15:49

SOL is resisting the 6T DDoS attack this time, truly impressive.

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