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Azure SSE offers network security, threat inspection, and data security precautions. By the end of 2024,
it is projected that 47% of enterprises will have strategies to adopt SSE.

What does SSE do?

SSE helps protect network traffic and protect against cyber-attacks, such as DDoS strikes or malware
infections. According to the survey data, a staggering 72% of questioned businesses had 20-50 DDoS
attacks per month irrespective of the cause. Two in 100 network-layer DDoS attacks lasted longer than
an hour and surpassed 1 gigabit per second (gbps). This includes firewalls, intrusion detection and
prevention programs, and other security procedures.

In addition, SSE can assist businesses in achieving compliance with various regulations and standards,
such as GDPR or HIPAA, by enabling sensitive data to be stored and secured. These aspects might
include encryption, access controls, and various security instruments. The following are the most
important components of SSE:

• Secure Web Gateway (SWG): SWG enforces security policies for web traffic, protecting against
web-based threats, such as SQL injection and cross-site scripting and providing secure access
to cloud applications.
• Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB): CASB provides visibility and control over cloud-based
applications, ensuring compliance, data protection, and threat prevention.
• Firewall as a Service (FWaaS): FWaaS delivers advanced firewall capabilities as a cloud-based
service, securing network traffic and preventing unauthorized access.
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP): DLP monitors and protects sensitive data from unauthorized
access, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA): ZTNA provides secure access to applications and
resources based on user identity and device trust, regardless of network location.

Implementation of Security Service Edge and Potential for Market Growth

SSE has the potential to create significant market growth by providing organizations with a cost-effective
solution for protecting their networks. The analysis indicates that security service edge market size will
reach USD 15 Billion by the end of 2036, with a CAGR of 25% for the projection period 2024-2036. The
market for security service edges was USD 2 Billion in 2023. Moreover, with the implementation of SSE,
organizations can enhance their security posture and protect their sensitive data.

Here are some guidelines for implementing SSE in cloud-based applications, along with best practices
and considerations:

• Secure Access Control: Implement strong access controls to ensure only authorized users and
devices can access the cloud-based applications. This can include multi-factor authentication,
role-based access control, and secure VPN connections.

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