Ensure EC2 instances use current generation instance types
Current generation instance types provide better performance, security features, and cost efficiency compared to previous generations.
Security Impact
Previous generation instances may lack security features like IMDSv2 enforcement and Nitro-based security.
How to Remediate
Migrate to current generation instance types (m6i, c6i, r6i, etc.). Use AWS Compute Optimizer for recommendations.
Affected Resources
Compliance Frameworks
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Check Details
- Check ID
- aws-ec2-30
- Service
- Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2)
- Category
- Performance
- Severity
- LOW
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