Using ClickHouse for L7 DDoS and Bot Traffic Analytics with Tempesta FW (tempesta-tech.com)

Tempesta FW has announced significant enhancements in its latest version, 0.9, which focuses on combating application-layer DDoS attacks (L7 DDoS) and sophisticated bot traffic. Utilizing a new feature called Tempesta Fingerprints (TF), the framework implements lightweight client fingerprinting mechanisms to efficiently identify and classify traffic, moving beyond traditional methods like JA3 and JA4 that can be computationally expensive. The TF mechanism captures essential attributes at the TLS and HTTP layers, enabling more effective clustering and rapid response to DDoS threats. This approach allows real-time filtering of malicious traffic while maintaining service for legitimate users. Moreover, Tempesta FW has integrated a fast log shipping system using ClickHouse, which excels in ingestion performance and analytical capabilities, enabling users to manage and analyze vast volumes of access log data generated in real-time. This architecture enhances the ability to identify security incidents or traffic anomalies promptly, overcoming the traditional bottlenecks associated with logging and data analysis. By combining advanced traffic filtering with powerful analytics, Tempesta FW positions itself as a formidable tool against the evolving landscape of web-based attacks, significantly benefiting the AI/ML community engaged in cybersecurity by streamlining data for machine-learning applications.