Introducing CloudGuard WAFaaS: A Fully Managed Solution for Simplified Web Application Firewall Security
Check Point Software, a leading cybersecurity company, has unveiled its latest innovation in web application security with the introduction of CloudGuard WAFaaS. This new offering aims to revolutionize the way organizations protect their cloud applications and APIs by providing a fully managed, automated, and AI-powered web application firewall.
Traditional WAF setups have long been a headache for security teams, requiring intricate configurations and ongoing maintenance. According to a recent report by Check Point, 96% of respondents struggle with managing cloud security risks effectively. CloudGuard WAFaaS addresses these challenges by offering a hassle-free, fully managed solution that can be deployed in just minutes.
Oded Gonda, VP of Technology & Innovation at Check Point Software Technologies, emphasized the importance of straightforward and effective protection for modern cloud operations. He highlighted CloudGuard WAFaaS as a game-changer in application security, providing essential threat prevention within a managed solution that can be set up in under five minutes.
In addition to simplified management, CloudGuard WAFaaS boasts AI-powered threat detection capabilities that can identify and block zero-day attacks, DDoS attempts, and bot activity. The solution also offers advanced API security, DDoS prevention, automated certificate management, and comprehensive security for various cloud environments.
Brian McHenry, Head of Cloud Security Engineering at Check Point Software, emphasized the dynamic nature of CloudGuard WAFaaS, which leverages AI to adapt to new threats in real-time without generating false positives. This ensures that organizations have a proactive defense mechanism that evolves with the ever-changing threat landscape.
CloudGuard WAFaaS is now available through Check Point’s global partner network, offering organizations a cost-effective and efficient way to secure their cloud applications and APIs.