Check Point WAF (formerly CloudGuard WAF) Reviews

CloudGuard for Application Security came to provide a layer and organization of security to our company. The management of the devices became easier and faster to manage. In addition, the tool had very good reviews since it is the one in the market with the best detection rate of threats.

The solution is scalable, reliable, and does not present many false positives. 

In addition, CloudGuard for Application Security helped us with its AI. With the ability to assess vulnerabilities, it helps us with the best practices to implement in the company.

CloudGuard for Application Security one of its most valuable features is that it can be integrated into an API more easily and effortlessly. 

It is also a very scalable and stable solution. That is one of the points that a company looks for when implementing something like this in an organization. 

With this tool, we have been able to release the overload that was being caused in the IT department and be able to focus on other security functions and thus be able to apply all good practices and be able to manage security 100% of the time. 

CloudGuard for Application Security, like the other Check Point applications, has been presenting major latency problems when entering their administrative portal. That should be one of the priorities to take into account. 

They must also improve the support provided to the client and improve the documentation library. 

The tool fulfills the functionality very well. Hopefully, the next improvements will surprise us with something new since at present it fulfills the security expectations very well.

it was implemented approximately one year ago.

The stability it presents is excellent. It goes up to 100%.

The scalability that it presents is very good.

The support must be improved. It presents a lot of deficiency.

No previous solution was implemented.

The configuration is very simple and the product is easy to implement.

We had an engineer that helped us with the implementation. Overall, it was fast and good.

The investment that is made is an investment that will be reflected in the security. It's worth it. 

The cost is competitive in the market.

We wanted to continue with the same horizon as we have several Check Point solutions in our environment.

The solution works very well. They just need to improve the support and documentation.

Check Point CloudGuard Application Security is a one-stop unified solution for securing workloads and IT assets most efficiently. The Web Application Firewalls of this solution are designed in a most customizable and advanced manner, which suits different requirements in an effortless way.

Also, all APIs integrated with our IT system are completely prevented and secured by this product. It helps restrict malware attacks on our APIs and enables the blacking of any malware and phishing elements in the system.

One of the highly versatile and deployable products for any kind of IT security. 

CloudGuard Application Security strengthened the IT security of our organization. We faced lesser trouble in managing the endpoints and it went through quite smoothly. Also, the trial version of the solution is extremely beneficial and has enormous utility features to test the features before final deployment. My IT administrator understood the requirement well and also propose API integration with our internal cloud and server system.

The application security is an advanced product with high threat detection rates with full agility and also is a highly scalable solution for any organization. It takes less time to comprehend the features and their utilities are of paramount importance.

It is a highly scalable solution with a quick turnaround time for deployment and running of the software across any IT system.

Easy and effortless API integration of this application security tool with any other IT assets and software on-premise and cloud.

The solution is highly replicable across diverse IT environments. No problem or hassle faced in running the same.

Cost-effective application security product with high utility features available for testing in their trial version. It helps in making mindful buying decisions as per customer requirements.

Cost reduction and trial period extension should be considered with some lucrative discount offerings in buying standard versions. This will attract more and more new vendors and customers to partner and will be a win-win situation for all stakeholders involved.

Also, the IT security environment is dynamic and ever-evolving, with new developmental changes every now and then. We are customizing our needs and requirements for business mindfully, and this requires a lot of effort in immersing new and advanced features to enhance customer satisfaction.

Cloud Guard Application Security should attune their working and new developments in alignment with the business requirements in these changing environments.

I've used the solution for the past year now.

The solution has good stability and replicability.

It's a highly scalable solution.

Technical support is good.

Positive

We were using an in-house solution with few features and more of manual intervention. It was not very satisfactory.

The solution is an effortless go-to software tool for IT security.

We implemented via a vendor ONLY.

We've seen an ROI of over 70%.

We are at the inception phase but can undoubtedly recommend Cloud Guard Application Security solution for prospective organizations as the product is an advanced and customized solution with a high-performance rate in detecting malware and fewer false negatives.

A lot of options were chosen by the IT team before the final buy decision. We looked into McAfee, IBM, and other security solutions, which were examined, tried, and tested thoroughly.

They are offering fantastic IT security solutions and should keep evolving this way to keep up with the pace of IT security advancements in a recent technological era.

With CloudGuard WAF, I can deploy a cloud-based network protection solution that secures my applications, endpoints, and data.

The features I have found most valuable are the comprehensive threat prevention capabilities, automated policy management, and seamless integration with cloud environments.

For the next release, I would suggest considering features like enhanced threat intelligence integration.

I have been using Check Point CloudGuard WAF for about two years.

The stability of the product has been good so far.

Check Point's technical support is helpful and knowledgeable overall, but there can be delays in response, especially regarding licensing issues.

The main reasons I chose this vendor for web application security were their ability to consolidate management facilities, their comprehensive features, and their flexibility in addressing different security needs.

We have seen ROI from using CloudGuard WAF.

I believe that the pricing or licensing of CloudGuard WAF could be more competitive.

Implementing CloudGuard WAF allowed me to address the challenges of securing my applications and data in a rapidly evolving cloud environment.

Using CloudGuard WAF has brought significant benefits, including improved threat protection, streamlined policy management, and enhanced usability. I noticed these advantages shortly after the first deployment.

It is extremely important to me that CloudGuard optimizes security to protect my applications without solely relying on signatures.

To access the false positive rate, I typically review assessment reports available on platforms like AWS or Azure. By evaluating how effectively the solution preemptively blocks zero-day attacks and minimizes false positives, I can reduce the total cost of ownership for my web application security.

The solution's privacy features, user-friendly web console, virtual deployment options, and physical appliance capabilities have all contributed to reducing my total cost of ownership.

Overall, I would rate CloudGuard WAF as an eight out of ten.

We use AppSec. The primary use case was for our client's app. We did a successful project with the biggest university in Mexico. It was a big survey for all the former students. There were thousands of them, and it needed to be completed based on some specifications from the security team.

The service was available for the client on time. They had a go-to-market or a due date to start sending the app to various students to apply. We were there 24/7 hoping and waiting for everything to be fine, and it worked perfectly and smoothly.

The client was very happy with the performance of Check Point on this project. When comparing it with Imperva, we strongly feel that the formula that Check Point delivers on WAF was what the client needed.

Check Point CloudGuard works perfectly for preemptively blocking Zero Day attacks and detecting hidden anomalies. Check Point is all about prevention. We strongly believe that if you want to prevent threats, Check Point is the one. There is no one else.

There are two main features. The first valuable feature is that it is not a complex process to get it up and running. It was not complex at all. We were in a close relationship with the team that developed the app, and it worked in a few hours.

The second valuable feature is the information that comes out of it. With the dashboard or the information that came from it, we made some executive reports for the client. They were very happy with it.

I do not know if it is already there, but I would like to have complete visibility between the posture management and firewall as a service. I would like the complete visibility of every product for the client to see in an executive way. I do not want it in a very complex way with so many warnings and threats. They should focus on the main things in all the products. I would like to see that.

We started using it six months ago.

Its stability is perfect. We have had no issues.

It is made for scalability. We have no issues on the matter. 

Check Point helped us a lot with the project. We interacted with Check Point engineers. They knew it was our first project, and we came across as one strong team in front of the client. I would rate their customer service and support a ten out of ten.

Positive

The client had Imperva, but for this project, they used Check Point. They have some current contracts and some expiration dates. We are hoping to have more deals with them.

They went for this solution for multiple reasons. The first reason was our service as a partner. The client needed somebody to handle the solution. They are not specialists in handling WAF or security. The second reason was that Check Point has authority over security. We were not delivering a solution that was new in the market. We were not an underdog. The third reason was that when we did the workshop, not a POV, the client saw that the solution was intuitive. The dashboards were executive. They liked it a lot. It provided visibility to focus on the efforts. It gave a list of all the threats. It was focused on the main ideas and threats.

Check Point CloudGuard WAF can reduce the total cost of ownership for your web application firewall, but in this case, it was not a big deal. 

Our client could see that they can have a great solution that does not cost much more than Imperva.

It is not cheap, but it is worth it. For this project, our channel manager and our territory manager helped us a lot. We got a lot of flexibility on the license. I do not know how much discount there was, but it was big enough to win the opportunity.

For those evaluating WAF solutions, there are so many options, but I would recommend relying on a company like Check Point that has a great ecosystem. Their solutions are not only made for the cloud. They also have specialization in all types of security. With their AI and ThreatCloud, you have information about what is happening in the security world. The information that they provide is very useful, so rely on a company that is big enough to provide the security that you deserve.

In this project, there were a lot of technical issues that we had to manage through our engineers. It was our first project and the interaction with the development teams was important. It was very important to get the due dates and stay on track. For a successful project, you need to have a close interaction with the client, especially if the client is not a specialist in security. Check Point also helped us a lot with this project.

Overall, I would rate Check Point CloudGuard WAF a ten out of ten.

The solution's strongest point is that you can connect everything to it, giving you a full view of what's connected. If you configure it right, it works perfectly.

You need to know exactly the system. You cannot have someone running the system if they don't have the knowledge to do so.

I've been working with the solution for about a year.

The solution is stable. It doesn't matter which device is running Check Point. The solution works. It has never gone down. I rate the solution's stability a ten out of ten.

My clients are large, but they are not enterprise-sized or small.

I rate the initial setup a five out of ten because it is easy if you have the required knowledge and difficult if you are new to the system. The challenge isn't installing it: "Next, next, next, finish." Even a less knowledgeable person can do that. The challenge is configuring the system. There are a lot of blades in CloudGuard. You need to keep each type of security in your view, except for the Check Point view.

The initial setup is very fast, but you need to pray that the solution does all the work itself.

Other unified platforms like QRadar and Cisco are comparatively easier to use.

You need someone knowledgeable to run the system. Today, with all the technology and everything, the company just wants to buy control and be lazy. "Let Check Point do the work." But this does not happen with Check Point because you need professional eyes. Check Point's price is very low compared to those controlling the system. You have to learn to investigate the solution to work better with it. The knowledge costs more than the system. The solution has a hybrid deployment, and I don't know a company that only chooses one deployment or another.

There is no support available for Check Point. There are things you have to look for, and that's it.

Check Point is the world's first and probably best security company. They might change its face, give it new names, separate into new models, and so on, but in the end, they are the best security company in the world. I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

The importance and use of this product were required to improve new application deployments made in the Microsoft Azure cloud. They were not one hundred percent secure, however with this CloudGuard application security from Check Point has managed to improve all these requirements to obtain greater security.

The applications are generally internal to the company, however, they are secure thanks to Check Point CloudGuard.                                   

Check Point CloudGuard Application Security is a cloud-based security solution designed to protect web applications and APIs from various types of cyber threats.

This tool has managed to improve security considerably in our apps and the APIs created for the company. We have not presented problems, threats, or leaks even when some are exposed to the Internet and are more susceptible to attacks. The company is now more secure, thanks to Check Point.                                             

The solution is created one hundred percent on the cloud; the portal is easy to manage.

The solution offers continuous security monitoring and alerting, which can help organizations detect and respond to security incidents in real time.

CloudGuard Application Security provides comprehensive visibility into web applications and API traffic

The solution offers support for compliance regulations such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR, helping organizations to meet their regulatory obligations.

One of the big problems we found in Check Point, in general, is the support. It is always attended very late or they take a long time to answer.

The cost of this tool is extremely high, which is why it must be analyzed before implementing it.

The support language is only English. This causes some problems in Spanish-speaking countries. They could expand the languages offered to help the client.

This excellent security tool, Check Point CloudGuard, has multi-cloud security and is also perfect for secure developments. It's been used in recent years by the company.

Previously we did not use a technology like this.

We always carry out tests and validations before acquiring a solution.

As one of the solutions that we need for protection at the API level, we have found the level of attack detection needed to comply with the internal regulations of the corporation.

It protects both financials and identity searches. It is a new generation of security that can help us seek, implement, and select different brands products for enhanced protection. This is important due to the acceleration and development of many applications. It helps us reduce the risk of vulnerability in productive applications. 

The use of CloudGuard Application Security protects the page and online web services against SQL injection attacks. This prevents attackers from accessing our databases and stealing financial information from customers. These services help identify and fix vulnerabilities in our application and allow us to identify when there is a vulnerability, such as a code injection, and click on the site to see recommendations in order to fix issues before attackers can exploit weaknesses.

The solution offers sophisticated security techniques with unique characteristics that can be particularly valuable for the financial sector, which is where we develop apps. It helps us to guarantee that financial applications are secure, protected, and resistant to attacks, which is essential to maintain trust and reputational power with any client that is subscribed to our services.

Deeper and more transparent integration between Cloud Application Security and analysis monitoring tools could be very valuable - although the solution currently offers integrations with third-party security tools. Still, a deeper integration could provide better visibility of all the threats. It would be ideal if they could be found in real-time, allowing our financial or security team to offer a more effective response to attacks. 

I've used the solution for two years.

We were looking for a solution that met the following criteria: 

• A web application security solution that uses real-time attack prevention techniques and vulnerability scanning to protect applications and data running in public or private cloud environments. 
• Monitoring and logging of application traffic to detect anomalies and suspicious attacks.
• Integration with automation and orchestration tools for cloud application security management and scalability. 
• Detection and prevention of SQL injection attacks, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other types of injection attacks. 

The product benefits my business by giving enhanced protection for useful cloud applications. 

Using enhanced visibility and analytics, the product provides visibility into security. By using a cloud application security solution, our company can save costs by reducing the need for additional security hardware and software and improving operational efficiency. 

With this product, we are achieving regulatory compliance. CloudGuard Application Security can help businesses meet security regulatory requirements, which makes for an outstanding organization. 

This cloud web application security solution can be quickly and easily deployed in public or private cloud environments, allowing a company to protect web applications and reduce downtime quickly. 

This solution provides us with enhanced visibility, giving us the ability to provide web application security analysis in the cloud.

A feature we'd like to see in the future is something that could protect against other attack vectors, with a focus on application protection. We need to protect against other attack vectors like network or device email attacks in order to provide the greatest protection possible. It is very understandable that there are many characteristics of an attack, including if it is from the inside or outside the organization. However, it would be important to validate threats and have all manner of solutions on hand to help protect the company.  

I've used the solution for one year.