AWS - S3 Fundamentals
You want to restrict access to your S3 static website so only users from a specific IP range can view it. Which method is best to implement this restriction?
You want to restrict access to your S3 static website so only users from a specific IP range can view it. Which method is best to implement this restriction?
hard📝 Application Q9 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand IP restriction options
S3 bucket policies can restrict IPs but only for authenticated requests, not public website access.Step 2: Use AWS WAF with CloudFront
Placing CloudFront in front of S3 and using AWS WAF allows IP-based filtering for public website access.Final Answer:
Use AWS WAF with CloudFront in front of the bucket -> Option DQuick Check:
IP restriction on public site = Use WAF + CloudFront [OK]
Quick Trick: Use WAF with CloudFront for IP-based website restrictions [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Relying on bucket policy IP condition for public access
- Blocking public access disables website
- Setting private ACLs blocks all users
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