Software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) technology has become increasingly popular in recent years for its ability to improve network performance and reduce costs. However, despite its many benefits, today’s SD-WAN is not ready to defend against future attacks from hackers. One of the main reasons why SD-WAN is vulnerable to cyber attacks is its reliance on the public internet for connectivity. While SD-WAN offers secure tunneling and encryption capabilities, these measures are not enough to protect against sophisticated attacks by hackers. As cyber threats continue to evolve and become more advanced, SD-WAN’s current security measures may not be sufficient to keep networks secure. Another reason why today’s SD-WAN is not ready for future attacks is the complexity of managing and securing multiple connections. SD-WAN technology enables organizations to have multiple connections to different networks, including public clouds, private data centers, and branch offices. However, this complexity can make it difficult for IT teams to effectively monitor and secure each connection, leaving them vulnerable to potential security breaches. Additionally, the lack of standardized security protocols and best practices for SD-WAN deployments can also leave networks exposed to cyber attacks. Without a comprehensive and unified approach to securing SD-WAN deployments, organizations may struggle to adequately protect their networks from potential threats. To address these vulnerabilities, organizations must take proactive steps to enhance the security of their SD-WAN deployments. This includes implementing multi-layered security strategies, adding more cost and complexity, network segmentation, intrusion detection systems, and advanced threat intelligence solutions offer bandaids but don’t address the core issues. (QRSDN)
Organizations should also regularly update and patch their SD-WAN devices to ensure they are protected against the latest cyber threats. In conclusion, while SD-WAN technology offers many benefits for improving network performance and reducing costs, it is not yet ready to defend against future attacks from hackers. Organizations must take proactive measures to enhance the security of their SD-WAN deployments and ensure they are protected against evolving cyber threats. By implementing comprehensive security measures and best practices, organizations can strengthen the security of their SD-WAN networks and safeguard against potential cyber attacks.
