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Data mask feature with layer2 transparent ?

Sakkarin_Westco
Altostratus
Altostratus

I need to know F5 AWAF can use the data mask feature with layer2 transparent?

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Erik_Novak
F5 Employee
F5 Employee

AdvWAF can mask certain data in an HTTP transaction at layer 7. Think of payload data such as user credentials or other information that a client passes to a web application. What are you trying to mask?

Sakkarin_Westco
Altostratus
Altostratus

Thanks, Erik. It supports layer2 and layer3 deployment, right?

Erik_Novak
F5 Employee
F5 Employee

If I understand your question the answer is yes, BIG-IP supports layer 2 and layer 3. Advanced WAF only secures HTTP at layer 7. Does that make sense?