What is an 'Access Denied' Error Message?
An 'Access Denied' error message indicates that the requested page or resource cannot be accessed due to security restrictions or permissions issues.
- Cloudflare uses a combination of network and client-side technologies to implement its security measures.
- Layers such as firewall rules, IP blocking, and DNS filtering help prevent unauthorized access to your website.
- The Cloudflare API allows developers to integrate custom security logic into their applications.
Cloudflare Security Features that Prevent 'Access Denied' Errors
Cisco WebApplication Firewall (WAF) and Cisco IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) help block malicious traffic.
- Cookies are used to track user activity on your website, preventing unauthorized access if they expire or are deleted.
- Cloudflare's Content Security Policy (CSP) helps prevent cross-site scripting (XSS) and cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.
How Cloudflare Prevents 'Access Denied' Errors
Cisco WebApplication Firewall (WAF) and Cisco IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) help block malicious traffic.
- Cookies: Tracking user activity helps prevent unauthorized access if they expire or are deleted.
- CSP: Prevents cross-site scripting (XSS) and cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.
- Firewall Rules: Blocks malicious traffic based on IP addresses, ports, and protocols.
