Microsoft Azure · Security

Web Application Firewall

Azure’s Web Application Firewall handles the dirty work of filtering traffic for web apps, specifically blocking SQL injection and cross-site scripting attacks. It sits in front of your applications to inspect incoming requests, acting as a gatekeeper against common web-hacking techniques without requiring custom rule sets for every minor threat.

This setup suits teams already operating within the Azure ecosystem who need managed security controls without building their own WAF infrastructure. The main friction point is the lack of a free tier, meaning you pay on a strict pay-as-you-go basis from the start, which can feel steep for smaller projects or initial testing phases.

• Free tier No
• Pricing Pay as you go
• Regions 12 · 6 continents
• SLA uptime 99.99%
• Compliance 13 certifications
• Provider health A