Security through design: Creating the improved Firewall experience

Vercel has launched a redesigned Firewall experience to enhance user interface and usability, aiming to make security more intuitive and less obstructive while maintaining application resilience against attacks. The redesign was informed by user feedback, highlighting the need for improved visibility and faster investigation of traffic alerts and DDoS events. The new UI offers a unified overview page that provides a high-level view of security events, with clear navigation to sections like Traffic, Rules, and Audit Log. It features detailed tables and feeds to monitor and manage Firewall activity, including alerts, rules, and traffic patterns, helping teams quickly identify and respond to potential threats. The updates ensure that security professionals, developers, and SREs can efficiently configure rules, monitor unusual activity, and resolve issues without compromising on shipping velocity.