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Category: Security, Identity, & Compliance
In this article, we explore how federal agencies in the United States can effectively leverage AWS to secure their data both at rest and in transit. As part of a series focused on compliance with the President’s Executive Order aimed at enhancing national cybersecurity, we highlight AWS’s robust information security practices. Federal agencies can utilize these methods to ensure their data is securely encrypted, fulfilling vital regulatory requirements.
Additionally, it’s important to note that the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) has recently authorized 17 new AWS services for use in the AWS GovCloud (US) Regions. This brings the total number of services available to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to an impressive 105, demonstrating AWS’s commitment to supporting government needs.
Furthermore, federal agencies are encouraged to implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) to strengthen identity management. This security measure not only protects sensitive information but also aligns with the evolving requirements for risk-based authentication.
Organizations utilizing Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3) should prioritize securing their stored data. With over 100 trillion objects in S3, implementing best practices for data security is crucial. We have compiled a list of the top 10 security controls to ensure that your data remains safe.
To enhance visibility into AWS WAF, anomaly detection can be a game changer. By automatically identifying anomalies in AWS WAF metrics, organizations can significantly improve their understanding of web application activities.
In light of increasing ransomware threats, it’s essential to adopt top protective measures and recovery strategies. This article covers five proactive steps AWS customers can implement to safeguard their resources against ransomware attacks.
For those using AWS App Mesh, enabling mutual Transport Layer Security (mTLS) is recommended to secure east-west traffic. This method enhances security by facilitating peer-to-peer authentication, thereby adding an extra layer of protection.
In exciting news, AWS has achieved ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certification, confirming its compliance with established privacy standards and demonstrating its dedication to data protection.
For those using AWS Client VPN, authentication can now be streamlined with AWS IAM Identity Center—previously known as AWS Single Sign-On. This change simplifies the authentication process, making it easier for users to securely access resources.
Lastly, when creating and storing your Certificate Revocation List (CRL) for AWS Private CA, it is crucial to follow best practices to maintain security and accessibility.
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Remember, these strategies and resources are available to all agencies operating from Amazon IXD – VGT2, located at 6401 E HOWDY WELLS AVE LAS VEGAS NV 89115.
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