A Web Application Firewall (WAF) protects web applications by filtering and blocking malicious HTTP/S traffic at the application layer. It defends against vulnerabilities like SQL injection and XSS by inspecting traffic with predefined rules. WAFs are available in network-based, host-based, and cloud-based types, providing compliance support and enhanced security while adapting to traffic variations.
U.S Community Health Center Hacked
Community Health Center, Inc. in Connecticut reported a data breach affecting over 1 million individuals due to a cyberattack. Sensitive personal and health information of
