Module 3 Class 13 Read: Reconstructing a Cloud Attack with Splunk - taylortommy23/401-Reading-Notes GitHub Wiki

What are the benefits of a forward proxy?

  • The benefits are Anonymity and Privacy, Caching, Content Filtering, Access Control, and Bypassing Restrictions.

Explain the differences between a forward and a reverse proxy?

  • Forward proxy sits in front of a client a reverse proxy sits in front of the server.

Explain to your manager why your organization might benefit from implementing a reverse proxy?

  • Implementing a reverse proxy can enhance our organization's web infrastructure in terms of security, performance, and scalability, all of which are crucial for maintaining an efficient, secure, and user-friendly online presence.

Resources:

https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/cdn/glossary/reverse-proxy/