AWS WAF's pricing model allows cost-effective web application security by configuring allow/block rules, rate-based rules, scope-down statements for paid rule groups, intelligent threat mitigation rule sets with token handling, optimal logging, and utilizing services like AWS Shield Advanced and CloudFront Security Savings Bundle.

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<p>This article provides guidance on how to configure AWS WAF (Web Application Firewall) in a cost-effective way to secure your web applications.</p>
<p>Specifically, the article covers:</p>
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<li>AWS WAF pricing model and cost factors</li>
<li>Building a base configuration with allow/block rules, AWS Managed Rule groups, and rate-based rules</li>
<li>Using intelligent threat mitigation features like AWS Bot Control and AWS WAF Fraud Control efficiently</li>
<li>Cost-effective logging options with CloudWatch Logs, Kinesis Data Firehose, and Amazon S3</li>
<li>Considerations for AWS Shield Advanced and Security Savings Bundle</li>
<li>Summary of best practices for cost-optimized AWS WAF configuration</li>
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Cost-effective ways for securing your web applications using AWS WAF

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