Web Application Firewall Protection

This question asks whether you use a Web Application Firewall - a security system that sits between the internet and your application, blocking malicious traffic before it reaches your servers. Think of it as a security guard that checks everyone trying to enter your building and turns away anyone who looks suspicious or is carrying prohibited items.

WAFs block common attacks that could compromise customer data, preventing breaches that could end your business. They're considered a minimum security requirement by enterprise customers and can stop 99% of automated attacks. Having a WAF demonstrates security maturity, helps meet compliance requirements, and can be the difference between winning and losing enterprise deals.

Some companies install a WAF but never configure it properly, leaving it in 'monitor only' mode where it doesn't actually block attacks. Another mistake is relying entirely on the WAF without fixing underlying vulnerabilities, creating a false sense of security.