HIGH

Ensure Redshift cluster snapshots are encrypted

Snapshots should be encrypted to protect data at rest in backups. Encrypted clusters automatically create encrypted snapshots.

Security Impact

Unencrypted snapshots can be restored by unauthorized parties who gain access to snapshots, exposing all cluster data.

How to Remediate

Ensure cluster encryption is enabled, which automatically encrypts snapshots. For manual snapshots from unencrypted clusters, enable encryption.

Affected Resources

AWS::Redshift::ClusterSnapshot

Compliance Frameworks

PCI-DSSHIPAASOC 2GDPR

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Check Details

Check ID
aws-redshift-6
Service
Amazon Redshift
Category
Encryption
Severity
HIGH

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