AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C01)- AWS WAF, Shield, and Inspector

The video provides an overview of AWS security services, including WAF, Shield, and Inspector. AWS WAF is a web application firewall that protects against common web exploits. AWS Shield offers protection against DDoS attacks, with two levels: Standard and Advanced. AWS Inspector is an automated security assessment service that identifies vulnerabilities and compliance issues. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming content on encryption tools.

What is the primary function of AWS WAF?

• To protect web applications from common web exploits

• To manage AWS resources

• To provide cloud storage solutions

• To monitor network traffic

Which AWS service can be used to prevent SQL injections and cross-site scripting?

• AWS WAF

• AWS Inspector

• AWS CloudFront

• AWS Shield

What type of attacks does AWS Shield protect against?

• Phishing attacks

• Data breaches

• Distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks

• Malware attacks

What additional feature does AWS Shield Advanced offer?

• Free AWS WAF subscription

• Access to AWS DDoS Response Team

• Enhanced encryption services

• Automatic data backup

What is the main purpose of AWS Inspector?

• To manage user access

• To assess applications for vulnerabilities and compliance

• To automate application deployment

• To provide real-time analytics