I need to create checklist for aws waf like cis benchmark, with directions how to perform audit and

Verify that AWS WAF is enabled for your account.

Ensure that you have the necessary IAM permissions to manage WAF rules and web ACLs.

Confirm that you have a backup of existing WAF configurations.

Create a Web ACL for your application if not already created.

Ensure that the Web ACL is associated with relevant resources (e.g., CloudFront distributions, Application Load Balancers).

Review the rules associated with the Web ACL to ensure they align with best practices.

Implement rules to allow, block, or count requests based on specified criteria (e.g., IP addresses, geographic regions).

Configure rate-based rules to limit requests from specific IP addresses.

Regularly review and update rules based on emerging threats and application changes.

Enable AWS WAF logging to Amazon Kinesis Data Firehose or S3 for analysis.

Set up CloudWatch metrics to monitor the request counts and rule matches.

Review logs regularly to identify suspicious activity or false positives.

Implement a set of security policies that define acceptable traffic patterns.

Regularly audit and adjust security policies based on application behavior and threat landscape.

Ensure that the security policies are documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.

Develop an incident response plan for WAF-related alerts.

Create playbooks for common scenarios (e.g., DDoS attacks, web scraping).

Train relevant personnel on how to respond to WAF alerts and incidents.

Conduct regular audits of AWS WAF configurations against the CIS Benchmark.

Document compliance findings and any remediation steps taken.

Generate reports for stakeholders to demonstrate adherence to security best practices.

Schedule regular reviews of WAF rules and policies to adapt to new threats.

Stay informed about AWS WAF updates and new features.

Encourage feedback from development and security teams to improve WAF configurations.

1. Gather all necessary documentation related to your AWS WAF setup.

2. Review the Web ACLs and associated rules against the checklist.

3. Analyze logging data to identify any anomalies or areas for improvement.

4. Consult with team members to understand the application context and security requirements.

5. Document findings and create an action plan for any identified issues.

Feel free to modify or expand upon this checklist based on your specific requirements and organizational policies!