AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C02) Exam Prep Course - 2021 UPDATED! - Web Application Firewall (WAF)

The video tutorial explains the concept and functionality of Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) in AWS, highlighting their importance in controlling access to web servers. It covers configuration options, including open-to-closed and closed-to-open settings, and the integration of monitoring tools like CloudWatch and SNS. The tutorial also discusses error handling, default behaviors, and the role of AWS Shield in providing advanced network protection against DDoS attacks, emphasizing cost considerations for large-scale deployments.

What is the primary function of a Web Application Firewall (WAF)?

• To provide cloud storage solutions

• To manage network traffic

• To control access to web application servers

• To store data securely

Which AWS services can be integrated with WAF for monitoring purposes?

• Amazon S3 and EC2

• CloudWatch and SNS

• AWS Lambda and RDS

• Amazon DynamoDB and S3

What HTTP error code does a WAF return when access is denied?

• 200

• 404

• 403

• 500

When is a WAF particularly important to implement?

• For applications running on local servers

• For internal-only applications

• For public-facing web applications

• For applications with no internet access

What is AWS Shield primarily used for?

• Network configuration

• Data storage

• DDoS protection

• Application development

What is the cost of enabling AWS Shield Advanced per month?

• $1000

• $2000

• $4000

• $3000

Which type of organizations would benefit most from AWS Shield Advanced?

• Local businesses with no online presence

• Large organizations with significant AWS deployments

• Organizations with minimal AWS usage

• Small startups