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Cloud Config:Use Web Application Firewall to protect websites or apps

Last Updated:Sep 23, 2026

Websites or apps are compliant when protected by Web Application Firewall (WAF).

Scenarios

Enterprises use WAF to protect websites and apps from web-layer threats such as SQL injection and cross-site scripting (XSS), ensuring data security and business continuity.

Risk level

Default risk level: high.

Adjust the risk level as needed.

Detection logic

Websites or apps protected by WAF are considered compliant.

Rule details

Parameter

Description

Rule name

Use Web Application Firewall to protect websites or apps

Rule identifier

use-waf-instance-for-security-protection

Automatic remediation

Not supported

Rule trigger

Periodic: Every 24 hours

Supported resource types

ACS::::Account

Input parameters

None

Remediation guidance

For more information, see Website protection best practices.