Hackers are looking for ways to hack IPv6 networks.

While the new IPv6 internet protocol is still rare, hackers aren't actively using it yet, as it's not cost-effective. However, security experts are noting a sharp increase in DDoS attacks on IPv6 networks over the next 12 months.

Experts at Arbor Networks, a company specializing in software for protecting computer networks, believe that since the world will see a massive transition from IPv4 to IPv6 this year, hackers' attention will also increase to the new protocol.

Experts estimate that traffic volumes on IPv6 networks will increase by more than 100% over the next 12 months. This will lead to increased hacker interest in these new networks. Last year, hackers attempted to hack IPv6 networks, but were largely unsuccessful.

Despite the inevitable transition to IPv6, over 65% of companies of all sizes said they were not ready to switch to the new protocol. This is due to security concerns.