243 - Are Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) Obsolete in 2025? Pros, Cons, and Future of Application Security - Part 2

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This is part 2 of where we will continue covering the debate that's been heating up in security circles: Are Web Application Firewalls obsolete?
Now, if you've been in the security game for a while, you've probably heard the whispers. Some people are saying WAFs are dead weight, legacy technology from a bygone era. Others swear by them as the cornerstone of application security. So which is it?
Well, listen to these two part episode. I suggest you start with episode 1 first then come back to this one. In episode 1, we covered all the foundational parts and background. In our second part, we will kick off with modern attacks. Enjoy.
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