Ensure ElastiCache Redis AUTH passwords are rotated regularly
Regular password rotation reduces the risk of compromised credentials being used for unauthorized access.
Security Impact
Static passwords increase risk if credentials are compromised over time through logs, code repositories, or social engineering.
How to Remediate
Rotate AUTH passwords at least every 90 days. Store passwords in Secrets Manager and use rotation lambda functions.
Affected Resources
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Check Details
- Check ID
- aws-elasticache-18
- Service
- Amazon ElastiCache
- Category
- Credential Management
- Severity
- MEDIUM
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