Attacks on web applications and servers come in different forms such as SQL injections, cross-site scripting (XSS), distributed denial of service (DDoS), file inclusion, security misconfigurations, cookie poisoning, field manipulation, parameter tampering, forced browsing, stealth commanding, and malware infections. Without a protective layer that stands between the network and the application, hackers can get into the server and access a company’s sensitive information. Learn more about WAFs now.