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enabling-lambda-vpc-internet-access

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Your VPC Lambda functions can reach the internet.

What it does

Enables outbound internet access for VPC-attached AWS Lambda functions by configuring gateways, subnet routes, and security groups.

When to use it

Use when a VPC-attached Lambda function cannot reach the internet.

How to use it

Give it a Lambda function name or ARN; it analyzes the network and asks for approval before creating infrastructure.

What you provide

  • a Lambda function name or ARN

Uses

Good to know

  • cannot be undone: AWS

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What you need · 2

Requires an existing Lambda function in a VPC subnet without internet access.

Uses AWS CLI to retrieve the Lambda configuration and inspect and modify VPC infrastructure.


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Creates billable AWS network infrastructure (irreversible)