HYBRID DEPLOYMENT

On-Prem Power.
Cloud Scale.
Zero Compromise.

Deploy inline protection at the edge for sub-millisecond response, then seamlessly swing to the cloud when you need unlimited scrubbing capacity. Get the best of both worlds—with no vendor lock-in.

Always-On Protection
Unlimited Scalability
Cost Optimized
100% Service Availability
<1s On-Prem Response
Cloud Capacity

Cloud Scrubbing

Unlimited capacity for
volumetric attacks

AUTOMATIC
Swing-to-Cloud
ACTIVE

On-Premise Defense

Real-time detection &
sub-second mitigation

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

What is Hybrid DDoS Protection?

Hybrid DDoS protection combines on-premise inline defense with on-demand cloud scrubbing to deliver comprehensive protection without compromise. This dual-layer approach ensures your network stays protected 24/7—with the speed of edge protection and the unlimited capacity of cloud-based mitigation.

Unlike pure cloud solutions that add latency and redirect all traffic, or standalone on-premise appliances that can be overwhelmed by volumetric attacks, hybrid deployment gives you intelligent, adaptive protection that responds to threats in real-time while automatically scaling to handle massive attacks.

The result? Sub-second response times for everyday threats, unlimited capacity for volumetric attacks, and complete control over your security posture—all without vendor lock-in or performance degradation.

Why Hybrid Protection Matters

Real-Time Edge Protection

Detect and block threats in under 1 second with always-on, inline defense at your network edge.

Unlimited Cloud Scale

Automatically swing to cloud scrubbing for massive volumetric attacks that exceed on-prem capacity.

Cost Optimization

Pay only for cloud scrubbing when you need it. No always-on cloud fees, no over-provisioned hardware.

Flexibility & Control

Deploy your way—use our cloud partners, bring your own cloud, or stay fully on-premise. No vendor lock-in.

The Hybrid Advantage in Numbers

<1s
On-Prem Response Time
800G
Line-Rate Throughput
Cloud Scrubbing Capacity
100%
Service Availability

Coverage that spans the globe

How Hybrid Protection Works

Intelligent, adaptive defense that automatically responds to threats at every layer

Internet Traffic
ACTIVE

On-Premise Defense

Inline protection analyzing
all traffic in real-time

Your Network
Protected & Available

Normal Operations

1

Always-On Inline Protection

All traffic flows through on-premise Corero appliances deployed inline at your network edge. Real-time behavioral analysis monitors every packet with zero added latency.

2

Immediate Threat Mitigation

When threats are detected, malicious traffic is blocked in under 1 second while legitimate traffic flows through unaffected. No DNS changes, no traffic redirection.

3

Cloud Available When Needed

Cloud scrubbing capacity remains on standby—ready to activate instantly if attacks exceed on-premise capacity. You only pay for cloud resources when they're needed.

Key Benefits of Hybrid Protection

Get the best of both worlds—on-premise control with cloud scalability, all without vendor lock-in

Flexibility & Control

Deploy on-premise for complete control, with cloud available when you need it—no forced migrations or rigid architectures.

  • Your Infrastructure, Your Rules: Keep sensitive traffic on-premise while leveraging cloud capacity only when needed
  • Choose Your Cloud: Swing to Akamai, AWS, Azure, or your preferred provider—not locked into a single vendor
  • Policy Consistency: Unified protection policies across on-premise and cloud environments

Cost Optimization

Eliminate wasteful always-on cloud fees. Pay for cloud scrubbing only during attacks, not 24/7.

  • Pay-Per-Use Model: Cloud scrubbing costs only when volumetric attacks exceed on-premise capacity
  • Maximize Existing Investment: Use your current infrastructure for day-to-day protection
  • No Overprovisioning: Right-size on-premise deployment knowing unlimited cloud capacity backs you up

Maximum Protection Coverage

Cover all attack vectors—from small, frequent threats to massive volumetric floods—without gaps.

  • Layered Defense: On-premise catches 82% of attacks (under 1 Gbps) with sub-second response
  • Unlimited Capacity: Cloud scrubbing handles massive volumetric attacks that exceed on-premise limits
  • No Single Point of Failure: Automatic failover ensures continuous protection even if one layer is compromised

No Vendor Lock-In

Freedom to change providers, scale independently, and evolve your architecture without costly migrations.

  • Multi-Cloud Ready: Switch cloud providers or use multiple simultaneously without re-architecting
  • Standard Protocols: Open APIs and industry-standard integration points—not proprietary formats
  • Future-Proof Investment: Add new protection layers or change strategy without throwing away existing infrastructure

Is Hybrid Protection Right for You?

Organizations across industries rely on hybrid protection to balance control, cost, and coverage

ISPs & Telecom Providers

High-volume networks requiring carrier-grade protection

Your Challenge

"We handle massive traffic volumes daily and can't afford the latency of cloud-only solutions. But when volumetric attacks spike beyond our capacity, we need unlimited scrubbing power immediately."

Sub-1ms Latency
Always-on inline
800G Throughput
Carrier-grade
Elastic Scale
Cloud backup

Regulated Enterprises

Financial services, healthcare, and government organizations with strict compliance needs

Your Challenge

"Regulatory requirements mandate we keep sensitive data on-premise and maintain full audit trails. But we still need protection against attacks that exceed our infrastructure capacity."

Data Sovereignty
On-prem control
Audit Logs
Full visibility
Policy Control
You decide

Variable Traffic Orgs

E-commerce, gaming, and event-driven businesses with fluctuating demand

Your Challenge

"Our traffic spikes 10x during product launches and holiday seasons. We can't afford to pay for massive cloud capacity year-round, but we need it available when demand surges."

Cost Efficient
Pay on demand
Auto-Scale
Instant capacity
Peak Ready
Never overwhelmed

Multi-Site Operations

Global enterprises, CDNs, and distributed cloud infrastructure providers

Your Challenge

"We operate data centers across multiple regions and need consistent protection everywhere. Managing separate solutions for each location is complex and expensive."

Unified Policy
One dashboard
Geo-Distributed
Global protection
Shared Intel
Cross-site learning

Technical Architecture

Click each component to explore how Corero's hybrid protection architecture delivers enterprise-grade security

Detection & Analysis Engine

Real-time behavioral analysis with ML-powered threat detection

On-Premise Mitigation

Line-rate filtering with <1ms latency up to 800G throughput

Cloud Scrubbing Layer

Unlimited capacity via Akamai, AWS, Azure, or your provider

Management & Orchestration

Unified dashboard with automated policy enforcement

Integration Layer

APIs, SIEM, SOAR, and network infrastructure connectors

Detection Engine

Key Capabilities

  • Behavioral Analysis: Real-time ML algorithms identify zero-day threats
  • Signature Database: 10,000+ known attack patterns updated daily
  • Deep Packet Inspection: Layer 3-7 protocol analysis
Performance
Analysis time: <100μs per packet

On-Premise

Deployment Options

  • Hardware Appliances: Purpose-built Corero devices
  • Software Installation: Run on approved bare metal servers
  • Router Integration: Deploy on qualified network routers
Performance
Throughput: Up to 800 Gbps | Latency: <1ms

Cloud Scrubbing

Supported Providers

  • Akamai: Pre-integrated partnership with global PoPs
  • AWS/Azure/GCP: Bring your own cloud infrastructure
  • Custom Providers: Integrate with your preferred CDN
Capacity
Unlimited scrubbing capacity | Pay only when active

Management

Dashboard Features

  • Unified View: Single pane of glass for on-prem and cloud
  • Automated Orchestration: Swing-to-cloud triggers and policies
  • Real-Time Analytics: Traffic visualization and threat intelligence
Access
Web UI, CLI, RESTful API | Multi-tenancy support

Integration

Platform Compatibility

  • SIEM Integration: Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, Sentinel
  • Network Gear: Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Nokia routers
  • Automation: RESTful APIs, webhooks, SNMP traps
Standards
BGP, NetFlow, sFlow, IPFIX, Syslog

Why Hybrid Wins

Compare deployment approaches and see why hybrid protection delivers the best of both worlds

Feature / Capability

Hybrid

RECOMMENDED

Cloud-Only

Traditional On-Prem

Response Time
Time from attack detection to mitigation
<1 Second
3-5 Minutes
<1 Second
Protection Capacity
Maximum attack size that can be mitigated
Unlimited
Unlimited
Up to 800G
Data Sovereignty
Control over where traffic data is processed
Full Control
Limited
Full Control
Cost Model
Payment structure and ongoing costs
Optimized
~
Always-On Fee
Predictable
Deployment Time
Time to full production deployment
Days
Hours
~
Days-Weeks
Network Latency
Added delay during normal operations
<1ms
Variable
<1ms
Vendor Flexibility
Ability to change providers or scale independently
Multi-Cloud
Locked In
Independent

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about hybrid DDoS protection

Hybrid DDoS protection combines on-premise inline defense with cloud-based scrubbing capacity, giving you the best of both worlds. On-premise appliances handle most attacks (82% under 1 Gbps) with sub-millisecond latency, while cloud scrubbing automatically activates for volumetric attacks that exceed your local capacity. This approach delivers fast response times, data sovereignty, and unlimited protection capacity without forcing you into a single deployment model.
Unlike cloud-only solutions that route all traffic through scrubbing centers (adding latency and ongoing costs), hybrid protection keeps normal traffic flowing through your on-premise infrastructure with zero added latency. Compared to on-premise-only deployments, hybrid provides unlimited capacity through automatic cloud failover when attacks exceed local resources. You get the speed and control of on-premise protection combined with the scalability of cloud scrubbing, all while paying for cloud resources only when needed.
Hybrid protection is ideal for organizations that need both control and scalability: ISPs and telecom providers handling high traffic volumes, enterprises with compliance requirements for data sovereignty, businesses with variable traffic patterns (e-commerce, gaming), and multi-site operations requiring consistent protection across locations. If you need sub-second response times for most attacks but want insurance against massive volumetric floods, hybrid delivers the optimal balance.
Key benefits include maximum protection coverage (handling both small frequent attacks and massive volumetric floods), cost optimization (pay for cloud scrubbing only during attacks, not 24/7), complete flexibility and control (keep sensitive data on-premise while having cloud backup), no vendor lock-in (choose your cloud provider or switch as needed), and sub-second response times for the majority of attacks. You eliminate the single point of failure risk while maintaining data sovereignty and predictable costs.
Hybrid protection typically costs less than pure cloud-only solutions over time because you only pay for cloud scrubbing capacity when it's actually needed during large attacks. The on-premise component has predictable costs (hardware or software licensing), while cloud scrubbing follows a pay-per-use model. Since 82% of DDoS attacks are under 1 Gbps and handled on-premise, most organizations see significant savings compared to always-on cloud fees. Pricing varies based on throughput requirements, number of sites, and chosen cloud provider.
On-premise components can typically be deployed in days, with hardware appliances rack-mounted inline or software installed on approved infrastructure. Cloud scrubbing integration varies by provider—pre-integrated partners like Akamai can be configured in hours, while custom cloud integrations may take a few days. The software-first architecture means faster deployment than traditional hardware-dependent solutions. Most organizations are fully operational with both on-premise and cloud failover capabilities within 1-2 weeks.
Yes, Corero's hybrid solution integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructure. On-premise components deploy inline with major router vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Nokia) or as standalone appliances. The platform supports standard protocols including BGP, NetFlow, sFlow, and IPFIX. Integration with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel), SOAR tools, and existing security stacks is available via RESTful APIs and webhooks. The software-first architecture means you can run on approved bare metal servers or purpose-built appliances without replacing your existing network gear.
Hybrid protection excels at meeting compliance requirements because normal traffic stays on-premise where you maintain complete control and audit trails. Only during large-scale attacks is traffic temporarily routed to cloud scrubbing, and you control which cloud provider is used and where data is processed. This satisfies data sovereignty regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) while ensuring protection during volumetric attacks. You can configure policies to keep specific traffic types always on-premise while allowing others to swing to cloud, giving you granular control over data handling.

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PROVEN SUCCESS

Real Results from Hybrid Deployments

See how leading organizations deploy hybrid DDoS protection to maximize uptime while maintaining flexibility and control

DATA CENTER PROVIDER

TierPoint

Leading data center and managed services provider enhanced their DDoS defense by integrating Corero's adaptive protection with hybrid deployment capabilities.

20x
Faster Mitigation
18s
Response Time
↓50%
Cost Reduction
"TierPoint enhanced its DDoS defense by integrating Corero's adaptive protection, cutting mitigation time from 6 minutes to 18 seconds. This seamless solution improved security, reduced costs, and strengthened operations."
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ISP / TELECOM

Forte Telecom

Brazil's leading ISP infrastructure provider partnered with Corero to implement real-time, inline DDoS protection with hybrid deployment flexibility, ensuring seamless high-performance connectivity.

100%
Clean Pipe
0ms
Added Latency
24/7
Protection
"Forte Telecom partnered with Corero to implement real-time, inline DDoS protection, ensuring seamless, high-performance connectivity for Brazil's ISPs. Their 'clean pipe' solution enhances security, reliability, and service quality."
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