Protecting against DDoS attacks is a complex process that requires a number of measures and the use of software and hardware. Several factors contribute to the cost of DDoS protection.
What determines the price?
- Traffic volume. The greater the volume of traffic that needs to be filtered and analyzed, the higher the cost. For example, large organizations with high traffic volumes will require advanced solutions, with the option of load scaling, allowing you to save on protection.
- Type of protection. The market offers both hardware and cloud-based DDoS protection solutions. Cloud-based services are more flexible and scalable, with costs based on traffic volume and quality of the service. Hardware solutions require significant investment in equipment and installation.
- Complexity of setting up and managing the solution. Systems that are more complex require qualified specialists to configure and support them, which also adds to the cost. Cloud-based systems are more convenient in this regard, as the provider is responsible for setup and maintenance rather than the customer.
- Level of security. The more robust and reliable the solution, the more expensive it is. Find the balance between the cost of potential damage from a possible attack and the cost of protecting against the same attack. If defense is more expensive than potential loss, it is not reasonable. Protection solutions vary in complexity, from simple traffic filtering to complex behavioral analysis and adaptive protection solutions.
Control the cost of protection against DDoS attacks
- Risk assessment. Conduct a risk assessment and choose the level of protection you really need. Not all businesses require maximum protection.
- Optimise your infrastructure. Using more efficient and modern technology can reduce the cost of defence.
- Move to the cloud. WAF and anti-DDoS services in the cloud can be less expensive than traditional hardware solutions.
Do not skimp on protection
DDoS protection systems are important, and you should not skimp on them. Here is why.
A successful DDoS attack can result in website or application downtime, which negatively affects your company’s reputation and customer loyalty. A long outage can also lead to significant financial losses due to lost profits and additional costs to restore operations.
Inadequate protection opens the system up to other types of attack, including data theft. And these are not just reputational risks, but financial risks. Failure to comply with data protection regulations means risking fines and other legal consequences.
Buying or renting high-quality DDoS protection is an investment in business stability and security that will pay off in the end, rather than trying to save money on security.
