Thales Expands Cloud Security with Imperva WAF on AWS Marketplace
Event summary
- Thales launched Imperva for AWS, a SaaS-based web application firewall (WAF) available on the AWS Marketplace.
- The solution deploys natively on Amazon CloudFront, keeping all traffic within the AWS network with zero added latency.
- Imperva WAF protects against 53% of automated internet requests, including 27% of bot attacks targeting APIs directly.
- Thales positions the offering as enterprise-grade security with simplified deployment and centralized management.
The big picture
Thales' move underscores the growing demand for cloud-native security solutions as automated threats escalate. By integrating Imperva WAF directly into AWS's infrastructure, Thales aims to reduce latency and operational complexity, aligning with broader industry shifts toward seamless, scalable cybersecurity in multi-cloud environments.
What we're watching
- Market Adoption
- How quickly enterprises will migrate to Imperva for AWS given the competitive landscape of cloud security solutions.
- Competitive Response
- Whether existing WAF providers like Cloudflare or Akamai will counter with enhanced AWS integrations.
- Regulatory Compliance
- The pace at which highly regulated industries adopt this solution to meet evolving cybersecurity standards.
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