Even with a powerful platform like Akamai, many organizations don’t leverage its full security potential. Here are the three most common reasons:
Inadequate resource segmentation
Best practices recommend separating application resources based on their functionality and sensitivity. For example:
- APIs should have dedicated configurations distinct from standard HTML pages.
- Internal applications require different treatment than public-facing sites.
Proper segmentation allows for maximum tuning of security controls and ensures each type of traffic is protected appropriately.
Lack of regular traffic reviews
WAF and DoS controls require frequent audits, at minimum quarterly, and whenever there are significant changes in workflows or increased traffic.
Applications evolve dynamically as users interact with them, and to maintain strong security, this dynamic behavior must be mirrored in Akamai configurations through regular tuning and updates.
Outdated WAF versions
Failing to keep WAF updated reduces protection against the latest threats. Implementing automatic updates ensures that your WAF is always running the most recent rules and security features.