Launching Third-Party IDS in AWS
A company wants to enhance security by launching a third-party ISP intrusion detection system from its AWS account. Which AWS service or resource should the company use to meet this requirement?
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50% of anonymous learners picked answer B. Votes are pick records left by other test-takers — they are not the verified answer.
Community Insight
The question tests the distinction between security monitoring services and the software distribution platform used to acquire third-party solutions.
AWS Marketplace is the correct service for procuring and deploying third-party software, such as intrusion detection systems, directly within an AWS account. This page clarifies why other security tools are unsuitable for this specific acquisition task.
Many candidates select AWS Security Center (now Amazon GuardDuty/Security Hub context) because it relates to security, but they miss that the requirement is to 'launch' a third-party product, not use a native AWS tool.
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Expert Analysis
Why the Answer Is Correct
AWS Marketplace is the digital catalog where customers can find, buy, and deploy third-party software and appliances on AWS. The question explicitly mentions launching a 'third-party ISP intrusion detection system,' which fits the exact use case of AWS Marketplace. It provides seamless integration with billing and allows for one-click deployment via CloudFormation or direct EC2 launch.Why the Other Options Are Wrong
AWS Security Hub aggregates security data from various sources but does not host or distribute third-party installation packages. AWS Quick Starts are reference architectures for deploying well-scanned, best-practice environments using AWS-native services or partner templates, but they are not the primary storefront for purchasing individual third-party vendor software licenses. AWS Security Center (often referring to GuardDuty or Security Hub in exam contexts) is a native AWS security management service, not a marketplace for external vendors.Community Comment Notes
Community consensus strongly favors AWS Marketplace. As user Yak_Yeti noted, "AWS Marketplace offers a variety of third-party IDS/IPS solutions." User ShaiTay highlighted the keyword connection: "B. AWS Marketplace - third party apps." Another commenter simply stated, "It's B, AWS Marketplace. The keyword is third-party," reinforcing that the source of the software is the key discriminator.Official Reference
Exam Strategy
Always look for keywords like 'third-party', 'vendor', or 'buy' when selecting AWS Marketplace. If the question asks about aggregating findings or managing native AWS security controls, look toward Security Hub or GuardDuty instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why not use AWS Quick Starts for third-party apps?
Quick Starts automate deployments of best-practice architectures, often using AWS-native services. While some partners have listings there, AWS Marketplace is the dedicated storefront for buying and licensing third-party software.
Is AWS Security Center a valid option here?
No. AWS Security Center (or GuardDuty/Security Hub) are native AWS security management services. They do not provide a mechanism to purchase or install software from external third-party vendors.
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