Cisco 500M Always-on Cloud DDoS Service - 1Y
The Cisco 500M Always-on Cloud DDoS Service delivers enterprise-grade distributed denial-of-service protection for organizations requiring continuous network security. This managed cloud DDoS service provides always-on threat detection and real-time mitigation, protecting your infrastructure from volumetric attacks, protocol-based threats, and application-layer exploits. Ideal for enterprises, service providers, and mission-critical operations, this cloud DDoS protection solution ensures your network remains available and responsive even during sophisticated attack campaigns. With 500 Mbps of always-on protection capacity, you gain peace of mind knowing your critical assets are defended 24/7 by Cisco's advanced security intelligence.
Key Features
- Always-on cloud DDoS mitigation with 500 Mbps protection capacity
- Real-time threat detection and automated attack response
- Multi-layer defense against volumetric, protocol, and application attacks
- Continuous network monitoring and behavioral analysis
- Seamless integration with existing Cisco security infrastructure
- Managed service with 24/7 security operations support
- Automatic traffic scrubbing and clean traffic restoration
- Detailed attack analytics and reporting dashboards
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
L-RD-CAO-500M-1Y |
| Service Type |
Always-on Cloud DDoS Protection |
| Protection Capacity |
500 Mbps |
| Subscription Term |
1 Year |
| Threat Detection |
Real-time behavioral analysis and signature-based detection |
| Mitigation Response |
Automated attack mitigation with sub-second response times |
| Support |
24/7 managed security operations center (SOC) support |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cloud DDoS protection and how does it work?
Cloud DDoS protection is a managed security service that detects and mitigates distributed denial-of-service attacks in real-time. The Cisco 500M service continuously monitors incoming traffic, identifies attack patterns, and automatically scrubs malicious traffic while allowing legitimate requests through to your network.
How much DDoS attack protection does 500 Mbps provide?
The 500 Mbps capacity protects against DDoS attacks up to that bandwidth threshold. This covers most common attack scenarios for mid-to-large enterprises. For larger attacks, Cisco's security operations team can escalate to additional mitigation resources.
Is this always-on DDoS service easy to deploy?
Yes, the Cisco 500M Always-on Cloud DDoS Service integrates seamlessly with existing Cisco security solutions and standard network configurations. Deployment typically involves DNS or BGP routing changes, with Cisco's support team guiding the process.
What support is included with this managed DDoS protection?
The service includes 24/7 managed security operations center support, real-time attack notifications, detailed analytics reporting, and proactive threat intelligence to keep your organization protected against evolving threats.
