What's Happening?
NETSCOUT's Arbor Edge Defense (AED) is being highlighted as a critical component in enhancing distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) protection strategies. While content delivery network (CDN)-based DDoS protection is effective against large-scale attacks, it often fails to address low-volume, stealthy application-layer attacks and other sophisticated threats. AED, positioned between the internet router and firewall, uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide real-time threat intelligence and automatic mitigation of various DDoS attack types. This approach is designed to protect critical infrastructure by addressing gaps left by CDN-based solutions, which can be bypassed by certain attack vectors.
Why It's Important?
The integration of AED with CDN-based
DDoS protection forms a comprehensive defense strategy crucial for modern enterprises facing increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. As cyberattacks become more dynamic, leveraging AI and machine learning for real-time adaptation is essential. This multilayered approach not only preserves bandwidth and upstream resources but also ensures operational continuity by mitigating threats that could otherwise lead to significant financial losses and reputational damage. The strategy is particularly relevant as 41% of organizations report substantial damages from online attacks, underscoring the need for robust, adaptive security measures.
