diff --git a/src/content/docs/security/firewalls.mdx b/src/content/docs/security/firewalls.mdx index cf35a07bf4..2db20ef9ac 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/security/firewalls.mdx +++ b/src/content/docs/security/firewalls.mdx @@ -15,6 +15,8 @@ The concept of firewalling is to prohibit access to your system via the network,
  • Firewalls can separate parts of your network to reduce the spread of potential security breaches.
  • Firewalls can mitigate Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks by controlling traffic flow and blocking malicious requests.
  • +*In the case of DDoS attacks, you must have available bandwidth (the attack volume must be lower than your total available bandwidth) to continue operating during the attack.* +*If you forsee anything larger than 10Gbps attacks (common) and don't have DDoS protection, try getting hardware firewall access or a 3rd party DDoS protection provider.* Depending on your host, your system has some sort of firewall already installed. If not, your host may offer a firewall panel to access and configure a hardware absed firewall, like a switch or a router.