Introducing our Web Application Firewall: Enhanced Security with IP & Country Blocking

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Over the past year, the need for robust security has skyrocketed, especially for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). With 73% of SMBs experiencing cyberattacks or data breaches in the last 12 months (up from 43% in 2022), it’s clear that securing websites is more crucial than ever. Additionally, there’s been a 24% increase in detected plugin vulnerabilities, putting businesses at greater risk.

Traditional WordPress security plugins often struggle to detect and mitigate specific threats. That’s why integrating a more robust solution became essential—leading to the introduction of Imunify360, a powerful security tool designed to protect websites from evolving threats.

Why Imunify360?

Imunify360 brings cutting-edge security with features that go beyond traditional WordPress plugins. This advanced solution operates at the server level, meaning it protects websites without consuming site resources. It includes malware protection, automated cleanup, and real-time defense against PHP-based attacks, all designed to keep your website running smoothly and securely.

New Web Application Firewall: Simplifying Security for Your Business

One of the most exciting new features is the server-level firewall integrated across all CloudWays Flexible servers. This firewall adds a layer of protection that works efficiently in the background without compromising performance.

Unlike most WordPress plugins that only scan traffic when it reaches your site, this firewall works at the server level, preventing malicious traffic from ever affecting your website. Whether you’re a business owner, blogger, or freelancer, this provides a seamless and efficient way to safeguard your online presence.

Key Features of the Imunify360 Firewall

The new firewall offers a range of features tailored to improve security and site performance, including:

  • IP & Country Blocking: Control which IPs and countries can access your site, helping to block known malicious traffic.
  • Automated Threat Detection: Identify and block malware and other threats automatically, decreasing your risk of data breaches or site hijacking.
  • CMS-Based WAF Rules: Protect your WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal site with CMS-specific rules designed to defend against targeted attacks.
  • DoS & Brute-Force Protection: Shield your site from denial-of-service (DoS) attacks and brute-force login attempts.
  • Web Honeypot: Attract and trap malicious bots, reducing the risk of automated attacks on your site.

How a Firewall Works

Think of a firewall as your website’s security checkpoint. It monitors incoming traffic, blocks suspicious behavior, and keeps harmful attacks at bay. Like airport security, firewalls use predefined rules to filter out the “bad” traffic—such as attempts to inject malicious code—while allowing legitimate users to access your content.

Imunify360’s firewall comes with built-in protection, including general web application rules, vulnerability-specific rules, and CMS-specific rules, all tailored to safeguard your website from the most common attacks.

Managing Your Firewall on CloudWays

The firewall has already been activated on all CloudWays Flexible servers. Here’s how you can manage it:

  • Overview: Navigate to “Server Management” and click the “Security” tab to view your firewall metrics and malware protection.
  • Incidents: Review and manage blocked threats, including whitelisting or blacklisting IP addresses.
  • IP & Country Allow/Block: Customize rules to allow or block specific IP addresses or countries based on your site’s traffic.

How Does This Affect Other Security Solutions?

This new firewall brings significant improvements to your hosting environment. Previously, security was managed through plugin-based solutions, which often consumed site resources. With the introduction of server-level protection, you no longer need to rely on additional plugin firewalls.

However, this doesn’t affect the use of CloudFlare or other CDN services. CDNs offer essential protection against distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks and can significantly boost website performance. We recommend pairing your firewall with a CDN for a comprehensive security setup that protects against a wide range of threats.

Conclusion

The integration of Imunify360’s advanced security features provides businesses with an efficient, resource-friendly solution to combat modern cyber threats. With server-level protection now active on CloudWays, your website enjoys stronger defenses, helping you focus on growing your business without worrying about security vulnerabilities.

For those looking to further enhance site performance and DDoS protection, consider adding CloudWays Firewall Protection as an additional layer of security. Together, these tools offer a comprehensive, streamlined solution to protect your website from a wide range of potential threats.

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