As cyber threats continue to evolve in complexity, organizations face growing financial burdens to maintain robust network perimeter defenses. The total cost of implementing and managing these solutions has escalated significantly due to the need for advanced technologies and continuous monitoring. Firewall technology vendors are taking advantage of their position by charging enormous subscription fees for various capabilities and functions that most organizations do not need. Additionally, the expansion of functionality at the firewall makes them more vulnerable. Below we discuss the various cost components and their contributions to overall expenses.
Escalating costs are driven by the following factors:
Cybercriminals are deploying sophisticated tactics, necessitating advanced tools such as ATP, sandboxing, and real-time threat intelligence.
As organizations generate more data, the costs of event management systems and storage solutions rise significantly, as evidenced by the 100GB per day cost for MS Sentinel.
Regulatory frameworks mandate heightened security standards, pushing organizations to adopt expensive, high-performance solutions.
The high demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals adds to costs, particularly in areas like SOC monitoring.
While the costs associated with traditional network perimeter defense solutions are substantial and largely out of control, an effective alternative is available. By adopting threat intelligence-driven approaches to proactively defend the network perimeter and understanding that the primary role of a firewall is to delineate the network rather than serve as its sole protector, enterprises can achieve meaningful cost efficiencies. Centripetal’s CleanINTERNET solution enables organizations of all sizes to enhance security while safeguarding critical assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and preserving customer trust.
*Note: Prices are based on leading vendors list pricing for a typical medium-sized enterprise
