API key header enforcement (header name + expected value; blocks if missing/mismatch)

Feature

API key header enforcement (header name + expected value; blocks if missing/mismatch)

Description

Static API key header validation.

How it works

AegisWAF applies this capability inside the API Shield module. The engine evaluates configuration, applies matching (path/method/tokens/counters/providers), then records evidence into the event log and executes the configured enforcement action when conditions are met.

How to access / Enable or disable

  • Access: AegisWAF → API Shield
  • Enable/Disable: Use the module toggle/switch on this screen (or the relevant category toggle) to enable/disable.

Recommended setting

Enable only for private/internal APIs; rotate keys and keep the header name unique.