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2.4.3. DDoS Protection
DDoS Protection defends Azure resources against volumetric, protocol, and application-layer attacks.
Tiers:
| Feature | DDoS Network Protection | DDoS IP Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Entire VNet | Individual public IPs |
| Cost | $2,944/month + overage | Per-IP pricing |
| Adaptive tuning | Yes | Yes |
| Attack analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Cost protection | Yes (credit for scale-out) | No |
| Rapid Response team | Yes | No |
When to Choose Each:
- DDoS Network Protection: Enterprise with many public IPs, need cost protection guarantee
- DDoS IP Protection: Smaller deployments, specific critical IPs only
⚠️ Exam Trap: DDoS Basic protection is automatically enabled for all Azure resources at no cost. The paid tiers add adaptive tuning, logging, and cost guarantees.
Microsoft Defender for Cloud Integration:
Defender for Cloud provides security recommendations for your network:
| Feature | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Secure Score | Overall security posture rating |
| Attack Path Analysis | Visual attack path identification |
| Security Explorer | Query-based resource exploration |
Written byAlvin Varughese
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