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Vercel Blog·Sep 24·5 min read
Preventing infrastructure abuse with Vercel Firewall
TL;DR
Infrastructure abuse, such as DDoS attacks, poses significant risks to web applications. Vercel Firewall was developed to provide a comprehensive, multi-layered security solution that protects against these threats.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can implement Vercel Firewall to significantly enhance the security of their web applications against various threats.
Key Takeaways
- Enable the Vercel Firewall for enhanced security.
- Customize rules to block unwanted AI bot traffic.
- Monitor bot activity with logging features.
- Stay ahead of DDoS threats with proactive measures.
How It Works
The Vercel Firewall operates by allowing users to set specific rules that can detect and block traffic from known AI bots. By default, these rules log bot activity, but users can switch to a 'Deny' setting to prevent access entirely.
This flexibility enables developers to tailor their security measures based on their unique needs.