Web Application Firewalls (WAF) Resources
Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
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Web Application Firewalls (WAF) Articles
What Is Cross-Site Scripting? How To Prevent XSS Attacks
When we think of cyberattacks, we think about data breaches, viruses, and malware, but have you ever heard of cross-site scripting, aka XSS attacks? Probably not. Even though it’s one of the most notorious and common threats in web applications we use today. So what is it?
by Soundarya Jayaraman
2023 Trends in DevSecOps Software
This post is part of G2's 2023 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Emily Malis Greathouse, director, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts.
by Adam Crivello
G2 on Cloud Security: Investigating the Risks of Cloud Computing
The rapid adoption of cloud computing services has given businesses a false sense of security when it comes to protecting their data.
by Aaron Walker
The G2 on the Cloud: The History of Cloud Adoption
The concept of cloud computing isn’t new. References to cloud computing have been around since the 1960s, although at the time, “cloud” wasn’t a part of the lexicon. Back then, using remote computing and processing elements was called “network-based.”
by Zack Busch
Web Application Firewalls (WAF) Glossary Terms
Web Application Firewalls (WAF) Discussions
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Question on: Reflectiz
What is Reflectiz used for?
What is Reflectiz used for?
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Reflectiz is a comprehensive web security solution designed to help organizations manage and mitigate web risks effectively. Its continuously detects, prioritizes, and validates potential web threats, enabling users to address security, privacy, and compliance challenges proactively.
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Question on: HAProxy
Is HAProxy a firewall?
Is HAProxy a firewall?
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Answered: Rahul Choudhary on March 9, 2023
HAProxy is not a firewall. It has features that let you stop suspicious traffic: rate limiting, IP banning, and detecting web scrapers and login brute forcing. But I wouldn't call it a firewall. The enterprise version does include a web application firewall feature.
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Question on: F5 NGINX
Can I use nginx for free?
Can I use nginx for free?
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Answered: Robert Haba on May 23, 2023
Web Application Firewalls (WAF) Reports
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
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G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Spring 2026
G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report





