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Defending Reddit at Scale

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Explore Reddit's comprehensive defense strategy for handling massive traffic volumes and sophisticated abuse attacks in this 26-minute DEF CON 33 conference talk. Delve into Reddit's multi-layered approach to platform security, examining traffic analysis methodologies and innovative resiliency techniques developed specifically for high-scale social media environments. Learn why Reddit chose to build tailored, in-house security solutions rather than relying on third-party tools, and discover the unique challenges faced when protecting one of the world's largest online communities. Gain insights into the technical architecture and strategic decisions behind defending a platform that serves millions of users daily while maintaining performance and user experience standards.

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DEF CON 33 - Defending Reddit at Scale - Pratik Lotia & Spencer Koch

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