
Summary
The detection rule 'AWS RDS Master Password Updated' is designed to monitor AWS CloudTrail logs for sensitive modifications to Amazon RDS instance configurations, particularly the master password. Such operations are considered sensitive and should ideally occur infrequently and under strict controls. This rule enables organizations to track any attempts to alter the RDS master password or modify infrastructure elements that can potentially expose sensitive data. The rule is focused primarily on ensuring that any changes to the master password are flagged, allowing for a review of the action to ensure that it was authorized and legitimate, thus enhancing the security posture surrounding sensitive database operations. It leverages specified AWS attributes relevant to the operation, like the AWS region, user identity, and database instance identifier, to assess the potential risk associated with the changes made.
Categories
- Cloud
- AWS
- Database
Data Sources
- Cloud Storage
- Logon Session
- Application Log
- Network Traffic
- Cloud Service
ATT&CK Techniques
- T1098
Created: 2022-09-26