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AWS Client VPN

AWS Client VPN is a managed remote access VPN service using OpenVPN-based clients to connect remote users to AWS and on-premises networks.

What is Client VPN? (Simple Explanation)

Client VPN is an AWS service in the Network category. AWS Client VPN is a managed remote access VPN service using OpenVPN-based clients to connect remote users to AWS and on-premises networks.

When Would You Use This?

  • Remote workforce access to VPC
  • Developer access to private subnets
  • Third-party vendor access
  • Secure administrative access

Who Uses Client VPN?

From startups to enterprises, Client VPN powers:

StartupsMid-size CompaniesLarge EnterprisesGovernmentNonprofits

What Makes Client VPN Powerful

OpenVPN-based client compatibility
AD, SAML, and certificate authentication
Split tunneling for bandwidth optimization
Elastic capacity scaling
VPC Flow Logs and CloudWatch integration

Services That Work with Client VPN

Client VPN is rarely used alone. It's typically combined with:

Compliance & Security

How AWS Client VPN fits into major compliance standards:

CIS AWS Foundations

Client VPN configuration is audited by CIS Benchmarks 1.5–3.0 for secure cloud defaults.

NIST 800-53

Client VPN access controls, encryption, and audit logging map to NIST 800-53 AC, SC, and AU control families.

PCI DSS 4.0

Client VPN encryption, access control, and logging support PCI DSS for cardholder data environments.

SOC 2

Client VPN security, availability, and confidentiality controls evaluated under SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria.

ISO 27001

Client VPN configuration and monitoring controls map to ISO 27001 Annex A information security management.

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