Client VPN

  • A managed service based on OpenVPN.

  • Allows client devices (laptops, phones, etc.) to securely connect to AWS VPCs over the internet.

🧳 Key Features

  • Fully managed by AWS (no server setup required).

  • Secure remote access for users and devices.

  • Supports scaling automatically to handle many connections.

  • Integrates with AWS Directory Services and other identity providers for authentication.

🛡️ Use Cases

  • Remote workers securely accessing AWS resources.

  • Secure connections to private subnets within VPCs.

  • Cross-account or hybrid cloud access scenarios.

🧠 Quick Summary

Feature
Description

Based On

OpenVPN protocol

Main Purpose

Secure client access into AWS VPCs

Management

Fully managed by AWS

Authentication Options

AWS Directory Service, Active Directory, SAML, Mutual Auth

Split Tunnel

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