AWS Shield
AWS Shield provides managed DDoS protection. Standard is included free. Advanced provides enhanced protection, 24/7 response team access, and cost protection.
What is Shield? (Simple Explanation)
Think of Shield like a bulletproof vest for your website. It absorbs massive DDoS attacks that would otherwise take your site down, automatically and without you doing anything.
When Would You Use This?
- Always-on DDoS detection
- Layer 3/4 protection (Standard)
- Application-layer protection (Advanced)
- 24/7 DDoS response team
Who Uses Shield?
From startups to enterprises, Shield powers:
What Makes Shield Powerful
Services That Work with Shield
Shield is rarely used alone. It's typically combined with:
Compliance & Security
How AWS Shield fits into major compliance standards:
Shield configuration is audited by CIS Benchmarks 1.5–3.0 for secure cloud defaults.
Shield access controls, encryption, and audit logging map to NIST 800-53 AC, SC, and AU control families.
Shield encryption, access control, and logging support PCI DSS for cardholder data environments.
Shield security, availability, and confidentiality controls evaluated under SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria.
Shield configuration and monitoring controls map to ISO 27001 Annex A information security management.
Ready to secure your Shield configuration?
Pavora continuously monitors your AWS Shield for misconfigurations, compliance violations, and security risks.