User accesses app via HTTPS
App fetches data from external API (TLS)
Data is processed in AWS backend (secure & isolated)
Data stored securely with encryption
Logs and access monitored for threats and anomalies
Secure Web App Architecture on AWS
Where is my data stored and how safe is it? Collects external data via APIs, processes and stores everything in AWS with encryption
Core Components
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o Hosted on AWS, accessed via HTTPS
o Serves frontend to users securely
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o Uses TLS/SSL to securely fetch data from external sources
o Handled via AWS API Gateway or custom service
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o Runs in EC2, ECS, or Lambda inside a VPC
o Protected by Security Groups and IAM Roles
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o Data is encrypted at rest using AWS KMS
o Only accessible from private subnets
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o Routes traffic to app instances
o Enforces HTTPS with AWS-managed certificates
Security Highlights
| Area | Security Feature |
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| In-transit encryption | TLS, HTTPS for all communication |
| At-rest encryption | KMS-managed keys for storage |
| Access control | IAM roles, no hardcoded secrets |
| Threat detection | GuardDuty, CloudTrail, CloudWatch |
| App protection | WAF, Shield for DDoS & app threats |
| Network security | VPC, private subnets, security groups |
| Compliance-ready | SOC 2, ISO, PCI, HIPAA, etc. |