As security incidents and sophisticated cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent, organizations are prioritizing security in their budgets, but the integration of security features into enterprise software pricing strategies raises concerns. Vendors often capitalize on customers' security needs by bundling essential security features like single sign-on (SSO) and two-factor authentication with premium pricing tiers, despite these features not incurring additional costs for the vendor. This practice can lead to unnecessary expenses for customers seeking to implement fundamental security measures across their platforms. Tines, for instance, acknowledges the importance of such features and offers them as standard across its plans, promoting best security practices for organizations of all sizes. To avoid the pitfalls of hidden costs, organizations must conduct thorough due diligence when selecting software solutions, ensuring transparency in pricing and the inclusion of critical security features without incurring extra charges.