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AWS security News

April 30, 2018 30 Apr'18
AWS Lambda features rev Node.js support

Breathe easier, serverless application developers -- your lengthy wait is over, with AWS Lambda's added support for a newer Node.js runtime After a year's wait, AWS developers can now use Node.js ...
April 25, 2018 25 Apr'18
BGP routing security flaw caused Amazon Route 53 incident

A BGP routing security flaw enabled unknown threat actors to steal cryptocurrency by hijacking internet routing and rerouting traffic to a phishing site in Russia.
April 05, 2018 05 Apr'18
AWS security tools fill platform gaps

AWS added more features to secure data on its platform, including private certificates, a managed service for secrets and a hub for policies regardless of where applications run.
March 30, 2018 30 Mar'18
Extended duration for IAM roles appeases some, alarms others

Cloud security best practices and IT convenience don't always align, but as standards such as GDPR take hold and new vulnerabilities constantly emerge, maybe it's ok to loosen the reins from time ...

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AWS security Get Started

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Use service-linked IAM roles to simplify user permissions

While AWS IAM enables control over a cloud environment, it can become a management nightmare. Automate part of this process via service-linked roles to free up time for other tasks. Continue Reading
Remove AWS security credentials for outgoing employees

Personnel changes are inevitable at an enterprise, and security teams need to revoke AWS credentials accordingly to ensure the integrity of their cloud data. Continue Reading
AWS Artifact

AWS Artifact is a portal that provides an enterprise with access to security and compliance reports that apply to the Amazon Web Services (AWS) public cloud. Continue Reading

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Evaluate AWS security Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

Amazon Virtual Private Cloud 101: Features, pricing and more

Evaluate the key features of Amazon Virtual Private Cloud, learn about its advantages and disadvantages, and consider pricing and best practices before implementing the platform. Continue Reading
Protect your serverless app with this mix of AWS tools

As they move to serverless platforms, such as Lambda, development and operations teams need to acquire a new mindset -- and set of tools -- to keep their workloads safe. Continue Reading
Management tools emerge from VMware-AWS partnership

VMware provides a series of tools, including Discovery, Cost Insight and Wavefront, to lighten the multi-cloud management burden for VMware Cloud on AWS customers. Continue Reading

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Manage AWS security

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Build an AWS incident response plan in four key steps

Enterprises should develop and test an incident response plan for an AWS deployment -- before a hack ever occurs. Follow these four steps to get started. Continue Reading
To secure AWS, a human touch goes a long way

Even with recent advancements around cloud automation, security and resiliency still require a human touch. Sharpen your skills to keep AWS disruption-free. Continue Reading
Rotate AWS access keys to boost cloud security

Access key rotation helps an enterprise avoid security lapses, and you can do it without disrupting your cloud environment. Follow these five steps to secure cloud access. Continue Reading

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Problem Solve AWS security Issues

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Test your AWS security tools knowledge

AWS offers a myriad of native tools and services that enterprises can use to protect their clouds. Sharpen your knowledge of these services, and tighten up your cloud. Continue Reading
Follow this expert advice to improve security in AWS

AWS security encompasses server tools and concepts. Enterprises that use the right services, VPCs, encryption and DevSecOps can avoid major gaffes that can expose valuable data. Continue Reading
Troubleshoot a faulty Amazon VPC connection

Many businesses prefer to operate some of their workloads within an Amazon VPC. While VPC offers an additional layer of security, connectivity issues could arise. Continue Reading

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