Running EC2 Instances

Overview

The "Running EC2 Instances" widget provides a detailed view of all active EC2 instances in your environment, allowing IT and Security teams to monitor instance states, configurations, and performance in real-time. This widget helps in understanding the operational health of EC2 instances and provides insights into ongoing workloads.

Why It Matters

For IT Engineers:

1. Real-time Monitoring:

   • This widget allows IT teams to track the real-time status of all running EC2 instances, making it easier to identify instances that may be running unexpectedly or require attention.

2. Performance Optimization:

   • IT engineers can monitor instance metrics such as CPU utilization, memory usage, and disk I/O, which help in optimizing instance performance and resource allocation.

3. Scalability Management:

   • By reviewing running instances, IT teams can ensure that the correct number of instances are running to handle load, facilitating auto-scaling and resource planning.

For Security Engineers:

1. Security Posture:

   • Security engineers can identify instances that may have inadequate security configurations, outdated patches, or exposed ports, helping to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

2. Access Control Verification:

   • This widget can be used to verify that only authorized users are accessing running instances, reducing the risk of unauthorized access and ensuring compliance with security policies.

3. Incident Response:

   • By monitoring running EC2 instances for abnormal behavior or performance, security teams can quickly detect signs of potential security incidents such as compromised instances or resource misuse.

By leveraging the "Running EC2 Instances" widget, IT and Security teams can ensure optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and security for all active EC2 instances in your environment.