This blog was already published by Jazz Cyber Shield. In 2026, a growing number of attacks are aimed directly at firewall infrastructure. Platforms like SonicWall and Fortinet — widely trusted in enterprise environments — are now common entry points for attackers. According to recent industry trends, 56% of networks have faced firewall-related attack attempts. For developers, DevOps engineers, and sysadmins, this isn’t just a security issue — it’s an architectural one. 🚨 What’s Actually Happening? Attackers are no longer relying on traditional intrusion methods. Instead, they’re targeting weaknesses in the systems we trust most. Common attack vectors include: Exploiting unpatched firmware vulnerabilities Attacking exposed SSL VPN endpoints Brute-forcing or bypassing authentication Misconfigured firewall rules and open ports API and management interface exposure If your firewall is reachable from the internet, assume it’s being scanned — constantly.…