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AWS Shield introduces network security director (preview)

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AWS Shield introduces Network Security Director, a new preview feature designed to enhance network security management for AWS users.

  • Provides comprehensive visibility into network topology and resource connections
  • Discovers and evaluates AWS network security services like AWS WAF, VPC security groups, and NACLs
  • Identifies missing or misconfigured network security resources
  • Prioritizes security findings by severity level
  • Offers actionable remediation recommendations
  • Integrates with Amazon Q Developer for natural language security configuration queries

Currently available in preview at no additional cost in US East (N. Virginia) and Europe (Stockholm) regions, Network Security Director aims to simplify network security management and help users proactively address potential vulnerabilities.

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