LOW

Ensure WAF rules use proper action types

WAF rules should use Count action for testing before switching to Block.

Security Impact

Blocking without testing may cause legitimate traffic to be denied.

How to Remediate

Test new rules in Count mode. Monitor for false positives before enabling Block.

Affected Resources

AWS::WAFv2::WebACL

Compliance Frameworks

SOC 2

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Check Details

Check ID
aws-waf-9
Service
AWS WAF
Category
Configuration
Severity
LOW

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