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Pentest and Protection of Platform from DDoS

Client:
Financial brokerage company in the online betting sector
 
Industry:
Finance
Focus:
Betting on voting outcomes (primarily political topics)
Main challenge:
Security testing of the web platform after DDoS attacks and implementation of additional protection
Market:
International
Services provided:
Black-box web app pentesting, implementation of Dataguard
Key Takeaways
  • Discovered 30 vulnerabilities in two web applications
  • Implemented DataGuard and Cloudflare for DDoS protection
  • Conducted a black-box pentest of the betting platform
  • Used manual, automated, and OSINT testing methods
  • Prepared a detailed report with recommendations
    • 30
    vulnerabilities discovered
    4
    tools applied
    2
    web applications tested
    Pentest and Protection of Platform from DDoS
    Jul 8, 2025
    Is there a point in pentesting after DDoS attacks? Yes. To prevent future incidents, the client ordered a black-box pentest, during which 30 vulnerabilities were discovered in the web applications. The implementation of DataGuard and additional protection significantly strengthened the platform.

    The brokerage company developed an online platform where users could create polls and place monetary bets on the outcomes. Web service security was critically important for the client, as they operate in a high-risk financial sector and handle sensitive data.

    After a series of DDoS attacks, the company's product required a thorough assessment of its web applications to enhance cybersecurity and prevent future incidents.

    Tasks and challenges
    The client was concerned about the threat of unauthorized access to the platform and requested a pentest of the website, admin panel, and user interface.
    The company expected to receive a report with results and actionable recommendations that could be used to quickly eliminate risks and strengthen protection.
    • Conduct a black-box pentest to identify potential vulnerabilities
    • Assess the platform's resilience to DDoS attacks, bot traffic, and other threats
    Datami methodology: Betting platform security assessment
    Our approach

    To assess the security of the betting platform, we applied a black-box pentesting strategy along with both automated and manual testing of the web applications. We used OSINT techniques and tools such as Burp Suite, Nessus, and OWASP ZAP to identify both technical and logical vulnerabilities.

    Based on the penetration testing results, the Datami team compiled a report with findings and recommendations. To further enhance protection against DDoS attacks and bots, DataGuard and Cloudflare were implemented.

    Key work stages and solutions

    After thorough preparation, the Datami team conducted full-scale black-box testing: they simulated potential attacks on the web applications and compiled a report on the discovered vulnerabilities.

    A separate stage involved implementing protective solutions, including the integration of DataGuard to defend against DDoS attacks and bots.

    • Preparation
      Analysis of testing objectives, development of attack scenarios, and selection of tools for black-box assessment.
       
    • Security assessment
      Automated and manual testing of two web applications (user/admin), attack simulation without access to source code.
       
    • Results & protection
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    Results and recommendations
    Fewer critical risks — more confidence
    Results and recommendations
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    Key project results

    Thanks to the project, 30 vulnerabilities were identified in the betting service, and protection against DDoS attacks was implemented using Dataguard and Cloudflare. As a result, the client achieved a significantly higher level of cybersecurity and platform stability.

    This case study highlights that even smaller market players can become targets for hackers. If your company handles payment information or processes personal data, security testing is essential.

    Category
    Before the project
    After implementation
    Security level
    Unknown, no independent assessment
    Real threat level identified: 30 vulnerabilities discovered
    Vulnerabilities
    Not identified
    Found: 1 high, 7 medium, 19 low, 3 informational
    DDoS protection
    Absent or unstable
    Dataguard and Cloudflare implemented
    Account compromise
    Risk for administrators
    Risk minimized through privilege restrictions
    Unauthorized access
    Potential threat
    Issues with access rights and configurations resolved
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