All IAM Access Keys

Overview

The "All IAM Access Keys" widget provides a comprehensive view of all IAM access keys across the AWS environment. It allows administrators to track and manage the usage of access keys associated with IAM users. By offering visibility into these keys, the widget helps in identifying over-permissioned or inactive keys that could pose security risks.

Why It Matters

For IT Engineers:

1. Access Key Visibility:

   • Provides a centralized view of all IAM access keys in use, helping IT engineers manage and monitor key distribution across users.

2. Key Lifecycle Management:

   • Enables tracking of when keys were created and helps enforce rotation policies to minimize security risks.

3. Operational Oversight:

   • Assists in identifying and addressing keys that may be unused or over-permissioned, enhancing the overall operational efficiency.

For Security Engineers:

1. Risk Reduction:

   • Helps reduce security risks by identifying unused or unnecessary access keys that could potentially be exploited by attackers.

2. Compliance:

   • Assists in ensuring that the use of IAM access keys complies with organizational security policies and regulatory requirements.

3. Key Rotation Enforcement:

   • Aids in enforcing key rotation best practices, ensuring that access keys are periodically updated to reduce the risk of credential compromise.