Digi

Digi is an internet service provider headquartered in Cambodia. The company delivers broadband connectivity to residential and business customers throughout the country. It operates within the Cambodian telecommunications market, competing with other local ISPs. Digi has publicly acknowledged service disruptions when they occur, maintaining transparency with its user base. Its core offering centers on providing reliable internet access to support everyday communication and digital activities. The firm’s presence contributes to the nation’s growing digital infrastructure.

On November 5, 2018, Digi was one of several Cambodian internet service providers that suffered a severe distributed denial‑of‑service attack. The assault peaked at almost 150 Gbps of traffic, overwhelming network capacity. As a result, affected users experienced extended downtime lasting up to half a day. Even after service was restored, internet speeds remained sluggish for a prolonged period. The scale of the attack was unprecedented in Cambodia’s recorded history. Investigators found no clear motive, noting the absence of political unrest or ransom demands linked to the incident. Some observers speculated about possible inter‑ISP sabotage, but this theory was never confirmed. Public statements from the victim providers acknowledged the technical challenges they faced. The mitigation‑focused firm assisting in the response drew criticism for needing external help to stop the flood. The episode highlighted the vulnerability of Cambodia’s ISPs to large‑scale cyber threats.