vercel-firewall

Configure Vercel Firewall WAF rules, rate limiting, and bot management.

246|42|Updated Mar 4, 2026
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Skill: vercel-firewall
Source: https://github.com/vercel-labs/vercel-plugin/tree/main/skills/vercel-firewall
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vercel-labs/vercel-plugin --skill vercel-firewall

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides expert guidance on configuring and managing Vercel's robust security features, including DDoS protection, WAF rules, rate limiting, and bot management, to safeguard your applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • DDoS Protection: Understand and leverage Vercel's automatic, always-on DDoS mitigation.
  • WAF Custom Rules: Define granular rules to block malicious traffic based on various conditions like IP, headers, and paths.
  • Rate Limiting: Implement effective rate limiting strategies to prevent abuse and ensure service availability.
  • Bot Management: Configure protection against malicious bots and AI crawlers.
  • Use Case: You need to protect your Vercel-hosted e-commerce site from a surge of malicious traffic targeting login attempts. This Skill will guide you through setting up custom WAF rules and rate limiting specifically for your login endpoints.

Quick Start

Use the vercel-firewall skill to block all requests originating from Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Syria.

Frequently Asked Questions about vercel-firewall

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure WAF custom rules to block malicious traffic on Vercel?

Configuring WAF custom rules on Vercel involves defining granular conditions based on IP, headers, and paths to block malicious traffic. This Skill provides comprehensive guidance on rule structures and mitigation actions for securing deployments.

What is the best way to implement rate limiting for login endpoints on Vercel?

The best way to implement rate limiting for login endpoints is by configuring effective rate limiting strategies to prevent abuse. This Skill guides you through setting up specific rules to ensure service availability against malicious traffic surges.

Does Vercel Firewall provide automatic DDoS protection for hosted applications?

Yes, Vercel Firewall provides automatic, always-on DDoS mitigation for your hosted applications. You can understand and leverage this built-in protection to safeguard your deployments against various distributed denial-of-service threats.

How can I block requests from specific countries using Vercel security features?

You can block requests from specific countries by setting up custom WAF rules and IP block lists. The Skill demonstrates how to configure these conditions to restrict access from designated regions like Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Syria.

Can I configure bot management to block AI crawlers on my Vercel deployment?

Yes, you can configure bot management on your Vercel deployment to protect against malicious bots and AI crawlers. This Skill details the configuration process to filter unwanted automated traffic from your application.

What limitations should I consider when using IP allow lists for Vercel application security?

When using IP allow lists for Vercel application security, consider that rule structures and condition types dictate mitigation actions. Carefully configure these rules to avoid accidentally blocking legitimate traffic while restricting access.