Smarter Web Security, With Your Help

Matthew Prince discusses how traditional web security relies on installing appliances or software deep in a network, making it difficult for them to receive updates on new threats and respond effectively. In contrast, CloudFlare's approach involves building a performance and security network in the cloud, allowing sites to form a "neighborhood watch" for the internet. The company analyzes hundreds of megabytes of log data every minute to identify potential attacks and monitors attackers for new behaviors that are incorporated back into their security layer. Additionally, CloudFlare ensures legitimate users can access websites by watching for evidence of good behavior and incorporating feedback from its community members. As more sites join CloudFlare, the company continues to improve its security system and accelerate the internet as a whole.