Streamlined Security, Reduced Costs for Businesses!
June 18, 2024

Streamlined Security, Reduced Costs for Businesses!

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Modules Used

  • VoltMesh

Overall Satisfaction with F5 Distributed Cloud WAF (Web Application Firewall)

As a CommScope Service Desk Engineer, keeping web apps secure can feel like whack-a-mole! F5 Distributed Cloud WAF changed the game. It's like an invisible shield, blocking attacks on all our apps, public or internal. No more data breaches or downtime – just happy users and a stress-free me! Plus, it's cloud-based, so setup's a breeze. F5 Distributed Cloud WAF keeps our apps safe and me focused on what matters: helping users!

Pros

  • It protects web applications from a wide range of threats, including common attacks like SQL injection and cross-site scripting (XSS).
  • The cloud delivery model eliminates the need for on-premise hardware and simplifies management.
  • A centralized management console allows for easy configuration and enforcement of security policies across all web applications.
  • By preventing attacks, the F5 Distributed Cloud WAF helps ensure web applications are always available and performing optimally.

Cons

  • While the platform likely offers reporting features, the ability to customize reports for specific needs (e.g., reports tailored to different web applications or user groups) could be helpful.
  • Integration with Existing Tools would be great! Currently that lacks here.
  • Mobile Accessibility is one of the features that would be handy for a job role like mine.
  • Reduced downtime and data loss
  • Fewer security breaches build trust with customers and partners.
  • The cloud-based nature of F5 Distributed Cloud WAF likely meant a quicker deployment and easier integration compared to traditional on-premise WAF solutions.
We had a minor breach at our Organization which lead to many application issues. F5 Distributed Cloud WAF helped us with the protection as we moved many applications to cloud later on after keeping them on a server. This has been very helpful for us and we feel we are protected.

Do you think F5 Distributed Cloud WAF (Web Application Firewall) delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with F5 Distributed Cloud WAF (Web Application Firewall)'s feature set?

Yes

Did F5 Distributed Cloud WAF (Web Application Firewall) live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of F5 Distributed Cloud WAF (Web Application Firewall) go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy F5 Distributed Cloud WAF (Web Application Firewall) again?

Yes

F5 Distributed Cloud WAF is a security superhero for CommScope's web apps! It blocks attacks on public apps and keeps us on the right side of regulations. But for simple internal apps or situations needing tons of customization, there might be a simpler solution out there. Think "powerful guard dog" for important apps, but maybe not for your grandma's website.

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