Unencrypted EBS Snapshots Stat Card

Overview

The "Unencrypted EBS Snapshots Stat Card" provides insights into EBS snapshots that are not encrypted. Encryption is crucial for protecting data at rest. This stat card helps IT and Security teams identify unencrypted snapshots, which may pose a security risk by exposing sensitive data to unauthorized access.

Why It Matters

For IT Engineers:

1. Security Posture:

   • Monitoring unencrypted EBS snapshots ensures that sensitive backup data is properly encrypted, helping to safeguard data from unauthorized access.

2. Compliance and Auditing:

   • Many compliance frameworks require encryption for all data at rest. The stat card helps IT teams ensure that all snapshots, especially those containing sensitive information, are encrypted in accordance with organizational security policies and regulations.

3. Data Protection:

   • By identifying unencrypted snapshots, IT teams can take immediate action to encrypt them and ensure that all backup data is adequately protected.

For Security Engineers:

1. Risk Mitigation:

   • Unencrypted EBS snapshots expose data to greater security risks. The stat card helps security engineers identify these vulnerabilities and take corrective actions to mitigate risks by ensuring that all snapshots are encrypted.

2. Compliance Monitoring:

   • Encryption is often a regulatory requirement for data protection. The stat card helps security teams monitor the encryption status of snapshots to ensure compliance with industry regulations.

3. Incident Detection:

   • The stat card helps detect any instances where backup data may not be encrypted, providing security engineers the ability to investigate and rectify these issues before they result in data breaches.