The June 2023 report provides a strategic view of modern web application firewall (WAF) capabilities, stressing their essential role in an organization’s security posture. CISOs must understand exactly what WAFs protect against, as capabilities have expanded beyond traditional definitions. Regular reviews are advised, especially for long-standing vendor relationships, due to evolving features, costs, and deployment models. The market includes both stand-alone products and integrated solutions, with competition intensified by the rise of web application and API protection (WAAP) offerings, requiring vendors to adapt to stay viable.

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