For years, Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) have been the go-to security tools for businesses. And hey, they’re great at what they do:

• WAFs act as gatekeepers, blocking obvious threats like SQL injections and XSS attacks.
• MFA adds that extra security layer, forcing users to prove they’re not just someone with a stolen password.

But here’s the hard truth: These tools alone can’t keep up with today’s crafty cybercriminals.

Why? Let’s break it down:

• WAFs block code-based attacks but miss account takeovers, credential stuffing, and sneaky fraud. It’s like having a guard dog that barks at strangers—but not at someone who stole your house keys.
  
• MFA helps, but hackers bypass it with phishing, SIM swaps, or spamming users with approval requests until they cave (cough MFA fatigue cough).

The stakes? Sky-high.
In 2024, 83% of organizations faced account takeover attempts. Losses are projected to hit $16B this year—and $343B by 2027. Yikes.

So what’s missing?
AI-Powered User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)
Unlike WAFs and MFA, UEBA works after login, watching for suspicious behavior in real time. Think of it as a security guard who knows your team’s habits—and spots imposters instantly.

Meet CrossClassify

• Device fingerprinting: Catches fraudsters hiding behind proxies or fake devices.
• Behavioral analysis: Flags anomalies like “impossible travel” (e.g., logging in from NYC and London in 2 hours) or sudden spikes in account activity.
• AI-powered intelligence: Learns and adapts to new attack methods as they happen. No manual updates needed!

The bottom line:

• MFA is crucial… but not invincible.
• WAFs are valuable… but blind to insider threats.
• CrossClassify bridges the gap—securing real users without slowing them down.

Cybercriminals aren’t hitting pause. Why should your security?
Ready to future-proof your defenses? Let’s talk.
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