Cloudflare WAF is a powerful web application firewall that leverages Cloudflare's global network to provide comprehensive protection against a wide range of cyber threats. It uses advanced technologies like machine learning and threat intelligence to defend against emerging attacks, including zero-day exploits, while offering easy setup and integration with other Cloudflare security services.

Key Features

Threat Intelligence and Machine Learning Utilizes platform intelligence from the Cloudflare connectivity cloud to stop the newest threats

• Processes 93 million HTTP requests per second at peak
• Automatically blocks emerging threats in real-time

Easy Setup and Integration Quick deployment and seamless integration with other Cloudflare security services

• Can be set up with just a few clicks
• No training or professional services needed

Customizable Protection Offers both managed and custom rulesets for tailored security

• Includes OWASP Top 10 rules
• Allows for organization-specific policies through custom rulesets

Benefits

Comprehensive Security Provides full-spectrum protection against various web application threats

• Stops a wide range of real-time attacks
• Integrates with Cloudflare's application security portfolio

Zero-Day Protection Offers rapid defense against newly discovered vulnerabilities

• Uses machine learning for fast zero-day protection
• Leverages Cloudflare's global network for threat detection

Resource Efficiency Reduces the burden on IT teams and improves overall security posture

• Requires minimal effort to deploy and maintain
• Particularly beneficial for organizations with limited resources