Amazon Web Services
This video explores common architecture patterns and configuration strategies for AWS WAF (Web Application Firewall). The presenter, a Senior Solutions Architect at AWS, discusses how WAF is typically implemented with services like Route 53, CloudFront, and Application Load Balancers to protect web applications. He covers use cases for serverless applications, on-premises resources, and hybrid infrastructures. The video then dives into a detailed example WAF configuration, explaining how different rule types and actions can be combined to create a robust security setup. Key concepts covered include IP reputation lists, bot control, rate limiting, and integration with other AWS security services. The presenter emphasizes the importance of customizing WAF rules to suit specific application needs while leveraging AWS-managed rule sets for common protections.