AWS Inspector
An automated security assessment service for applications deployed on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Description
AWS Inspector is a security assessment service designed to help developers and security teams identify vulnerabilities in their applications that are running on the AWS cloud. It automates the process of assessing applications for exposure, vulnerabilities, and deviations from best practices. By providing detailed security findings, AWS Inspector enables teams to prioritize remediation based on severity and impact. The service integrates seamlessly with other AWS services, such as Amazon EC2 and AWS Lambda, allowing for continuous assessments throughout the development lifecycle. AWS Inspector employs a set of predefined rules, known as the Common Vulnerability and Exposures (CVE) database, to evaluate the security state of the applications. This helps organizations maintain compliance with security standards and best practices while reducing the risk of security incidents. Additionally, AWS Inspector supports both network and host assessments, providing a comprehensive view of an application's security posture.
Examples
- A company uses AWS Inspector to regularly scan its web applications hosted on Amazon EC2 instances to identify and fix vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
- An organization implements AWS Inspector in its CI/CD pipeline to ensure that new code deployments are assessed for security vulnerabilities automatically.
Additional Information
- AWS Inspector provides detailed reports with recommendations for remediation, helping teams to prioritize their response based on risk.
- It supports integration with AWS CloudTrail, which helps track changes and activities related to security assessments in the AWS environment.