Resource Group: cloud-shell-storage-eastus

Overview

The resource group cloud-shell-storage-eastus is designed to provide storage solutions primarily utilizing Azure Storage accounts. This group facilitates the storage of blobs, files, queues, and tables, enabling efficient data storage management. The resources located in this group are positioned within the East US region and are configured to adhere to best practices regarding security and data accessibility.

Resources

1. Storage Account

• Type: Microsoft.Storage/storageAccounts
• Name: cs210032002c4d82f02
• API Version: 2023-05-01
• Location: East US
• SKU: Standard_LRS (Locally Redundant Storage)
• Properties:
  • Access Tier: Hot (Optimized for access frequency)
  • Allow Blob Public Access: False (Prevents public access to blob data)
  • Encryption: Enabled with Microsoft.Storage key source
  • Minimum TLS Version: TLS 1.2 (Ensures data protection in transit)
  • Network ACLs:
    • Bypass: AzureServices (Allows Azure services to access this storage account)
    • Default Action: Allow (Access is permitted by default; no IP rules specified)
  • Supports HTTPS Traffic Only: True (Ensures secure connections)

2. Blob Service

• Type: Microsoft.Storage/storageAccounts/blobServices
• Name: cs210032002c4d82f02/default
• API Version: 2023-05-01
• Depends On: Storage Account
• Properties:
  • CORS Rules: Empty (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing rules are not set)
  • Delete Retention Policy: Disabled

3. File Service

• Type: Microsoft.Storage/storageAccounts/fileServices
• Name: cs210032002c4d82f02/default
• API Version: 2023-05-01
• Depends On: Storage Account
• Properties:
  • CORS Rules: Empty
  • SMB Protocol Settings: Optimally configured for SMB
  • Share Delete Retention Policy: Enabled for 7 days

4. Queue Service

• Type: Microsoft.Storage/storageAccounts/queueServices
• Name: cs210032002c4d82f02/default
• API Version: 2023-05-01
• Depends On: Storage Account
• Properties:
  • CORS Rules: Empty

5. Table Service

• Type: Microsoft.Storage/storageAccounts/tableServices
• Name: cs210032002c4d82f02/default
• API Version: 2023-05-01
• Depends On: Storage Account
• Properties:
  • CORS Rules: Empty

6. File Share

• Type: Microsoft.Storage/storageAccounts/fileServices/shares
• Name: cs210032002c4d82f02/default/cs-farrellw-wustl-edu-10032002c4d82f02
• API Version: 2023-05-01
• Depends On:
  • File Service
  • Storage Account
• Properties:
  • Access Tier: Transaction Optimized
  • Enabled Protocols: SMB (Server Message Block)
  • Share Quota: 6 GB (Maximum space allowed for the file share)

Data Storage

Data is primarily stored within a single Azure Storage Account named cs210032002c4d82f02, which supports multiple services: Blob, File, Queue, and Table. Within the file services, a dedicated file share has been created to allow structured and easy access to files. All services within the storage account operate under a unified standard (Standard_LRS), ensuring redundancy and reliability of data across the East US region. This setup makes it suitable for applications requiring different data formats like unstructured data in blobs, file shares for file access, and queue/table services for message and structured data handling.

Networking

The networking details within this resource group are minimal as specific IP rules or virtual network configurations are not defined. The network ACLs for the storage account allow bypass for Azure services and have a default action of allowing traffic, but no explicit IP restrictions mean that this configuration could expose the resources if not monitored properly. The absence of virtual network links suggests that this storage configuration operates independently from any Azure Virtual Network unless explicitly connected.

Security Overview

Despite the secure configurations such as the enforced use of TLS 1.2, disabled public access to blobs, and enabling encryption, there remain potential security concerns:

• Lack of IP Rules: Without specifying IP restrictions, the resources in this storage account may be exposed to unwanted traffic from the internet. It is advisable to restrict access to known IP addresses or client applications to minimize risks.
• CORS Configuration: Currently, there are no CORS rules set up, which is good if public access is undesirable but may limit functionality if inter-service communication is needed. If CORS rules are required in the future, they should be implemented cautiously, ensuring only trusted domains are allowed.

Other Information

This resource group is configured for scalability with the use of locally redundant storage, providing an extra layer of data protection against regional failures. The use of storage accounts ensures a flexible pricing model, where costs can be managed based on data access patterns.

In terms of resource management, developers should periodically review the configuration as needs expand or security policies alter. There may also be potential for connecting this storage account to other Azure services such as Azure Functions or Logic Apps for enhanced workflows.

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