MEDIUMCIS 3.9

Ensure VPC flow logs are enabled

VPC Flow Logs capture information about IP traffic going to and from network interfaces in the VPC, essential for security monitoring and troubleshooting.

Security Impact

Without flow logs, network traffic analysis for security incidents or troubleshooting is not possible.

How to Remediate

Enable VPC flow logs for each VPC with log destination set to CloudWatch Logs or S3. Capture ACCEPT, REJECT, or ALL traffic as needed.

Affected Resources

AWS::EC2::FlowLogAWS::EC2::VPC

Compliance Frameworks

CIS AWS v1.5.0CIS AWS v2.0SOC 2PCI-DSSHIPAANIST 800-53

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Check Details

Check ID
aws-vpc-1
Service
Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
Category
Logging
Severity
MEDIUM
CIS Benchmark
3.9

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