If your website runs on AsiaGB's Singapore Hosting powered by OVHcloud, you're receiving network-level DDoS protection that works automatically 24/7 without any additional configuration
1. What is DDoS? Why do websites in Asia become targets?
DDoS stands for Distributed Denial of Service, a cyberattack in which attackers send a large number of requests to a server simultaneously, overwhelming the system and preventing it from serving legitimate users. DDoS attacks don't aim to steal data; instead, they're designed to temporarily shut down a website, which can damage a business's reputation and revenue.
Websites in the Asian region are targets for DDoS attacks just like websites in other regions, due to the growth of the digital economy and increasing business competition. Attackers have multiple motives, ranging from harassing competitors to extortion.
OVHcloud has long been aware of this risk and has built a powerful DDoS protection system embedded in all of its datacenters. This protection operates automatically on every server, whether Shared Hosting or VPS, and doesn't require any additional configuration from users.
2. OVHcloud's Network-Level DDoS Protection Architecture
OVHcloud was founded in 1999 in France and is currently the largest cloud service provider in Europe, with over 40 datacenters worldwide. What sets OVHcloud apart is its own server manufacturing, proprietary water-cooling system, and ownership of its own backbone network. Owning all this infrastructure allows OVHcloud to consistently embed DDoS protection at every layer of its network.
OVHcloud's Network-Level Anti-DDoS Protection operates automatically 24/7. The system filters various types of attacks, such as abnormally large traffic volumes, before the data reaches your server, allowing only legitimate traffic to reach your website.
OVHcloud Singapore has 2 datacenters in the region, directly connected to SGIX (Singapore Internet Exchange) and Equinix Singapore. This DDoS protection is built into the fundamental architecture of the servers, meaning all customers automatically benefit from this protection.
OVHcloud's DDoS protection is embedded in the datacenter's network itself, making it automatic protection that covers all servers in the Singapore region.
3. Additional Protection Layers Recommended by AsiaGB
Although OVHcloud already has network-level DDoS protection, AsiaGB recommends adding additional protection layers, especially for websites running commercial applications or storing security-sensitive data. An important additional protection layer is cPGuard, which is a supplementary security service for AsiaGB's Shared Hosting customers.
cPGuard has multiple protection layers, including a Web Application Firewall (WAF) that prevents SQL Injection and XSS, an IP blocklist and firewall (IPDB) that blocks dangerous IP addresses, malware scanning in website files, and brute-force login protection. cPGuard operates at the application level, complementing OVHcloud's network-level protection.
Besides cPGuard, you can also use Cloudflare as an additional protection layer by pointing your domain's DNS nameservers to Cloudflare. Using Cloudflare together with OVHcloud's network-level protection provides more comprehensive multi-layer protection.
| Protection Layer | Where it operates | What it protects against |
|---|---|---|
| OVHcloud Network-Level Protection | Server network level | DDoS attacks, network flooding |
| cPGuard | Application level (Shared Hosting) | SQL Injection, XSS, malware, brute-force login, IP threats |
| Cloudflare (Optional add-on) | DNS and edge network level | Additional DDoS protection, bot traffic, web application attacks |
4. Signs Your Website is Under Attack and What to Do
Although OVHcloud's DDoS protection is highly effective, there are still signs to watch for, such as your website slowing down suddenly, server response speed dropping significantly, or periodic 503 (Service Unavailable) error messages. These signs may indicate your website is under attack.
If you suspect your website is under attack, contact AsiaGB's support team immediately through the ticket system at billing.in.th/submitticket.php. AsiaGB's Thai-speaking support team is available 24/7 to analyze server logs and provide additional recommendations. If you use Cloudflare or cPGuard, check the logs of those services as well.
5. Comparing Singapore Hosting to Servers Without Network-Level DDoS Protection
Let's compare the difference between Singapore Hosting on OVHcloud and servers rented from providers that don't have network-level DDoS protection. On OVHcloud Singapore, DDoS attacks are automatically filtered out before reaching your server.
In contrast, servers without network-level DDoS protection must handle all attack traffic themselves. Heavy DDoS attacks can quickly exhaust a server's CPU, RAM, and bandwidth, causing the website to crash and potentially taking a long time to recover.
AsiaGB chose OVHcloud Singapore as its datacenter for customers to benefit from this network-level DDoS protection without any additional cost. AsiaGB has 19 years of experience (since 2007) providing secure hosting services and has been using OVHcloud Singapore since 2016.
6. Frequently Asked Questions
What type of DDoS protection system does OVHcloud Singapore use?
OVHcloud uses a Network-Level Anti-DDoS Protection system embedded in its datacenter network. It operates automatically 24 hours a day and doesn't require any additional configuration. This system filters DDoS attacks before they reach your server.
What types of attacks does cPGuard protect against?
cPGuard protects against SQL Injection, XSS, malware, brute-force login attacks, and IP-based threats through a combination of Web Application Firewall, IP blocklist, malware scanner, and brute-force protection.
Does AsiaGB's Singapore Hosting DDoS protection system work 24 hours?
Yes, it works 24/7. OVHcloud's DDoS protection operates automatically on all AsiaGB Singapore Hosting packages, whether SG Starter, SG 5, or SG 10.
If I suspect I'm under DDoS attack, who should I contact and where?
Contact AsiaGB's support team through the ticket system at billing.in.th/submitticket.php. The Thai-speaking team is available 24/7 to analyze logs and provide recommendations.