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[Bright @Briytlyfe]

New to cybersecurity, a new joyful ride I hope, please welcome me.
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[Bright @Briytlyfe]

New to cybersecurity, a new joyful ride I hope, please welcome me.
#Cybersecurity
#CybersecurityProfessionals
#NeedAllTheHelpICanGet

[Branko @brankopetric00]

Top 10 AWS security risks and how to mitigate them

1. Weak IAM Policies & Overprivileged Users
Issue: Granting excessive permissions to users, roles, and applications increases the risk of compromise.

Solution: Follow the principle of least privilege (PoLP). Use IAM roles instead of long-term IAM user credentials. Regularly review IAM policies to ensure they align with security best practices.

2. Unrestricted Security Groups & Open Ports
Issue: Security groups with open ports (e.g., 0.0.0.0/0 on SSH or RDP) expose services to unauthorized access.

Solution: Restrict access using the principle of least privilege, allowing only necessary IP addresses. Implement AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF) and Network ACLs for additional protection.

3. Exposed S3 Buckets
Issue: Misconfigured S3 bucket permissions can lead to data breaches.

Solution: Use S3 Block Public Access settings, enforce proper bucket policies, and leverage IAM roles to restrict access. Regularly review bucket permissions.

4. Lack of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Issue: AWS users without MFA are more vulnerable to credential theft and unauthorized access.

Solution: Enforce MFA for all IAM users, especially for administrative accounts. Consider using hardware-based MFA devices for added security.

5. Using Root Account for Daily Operations
Issue: The AWS root user has unrestricted access, making it a high-risk target for attacks.

Solution: Use IAM roles for daily operations instead of the root account. Disable root API access keys and enable MFA for root login.

6. Unmonitored AWS Access Logs
Issue: Without proper logging, it is difficult to detect and respond to security incidents.

Solution: Enable AWS CloudTrail, configure GuardDuty, and set up CloudWatch alarms to monitor account activity and detect anomalies.

7. Hardcoded AWS Credentials in Code & Repositories
Issue: Storing AWS access keys in code or public repositories can lead to unauthorized access.

Solution: Use IAM roles instead of hardcoded credentials. Store sensitive information securely using AWS Secrets Manager or AWS Systems Manager Parameter Store.

8. Misconfigured AWS Lambda Permissions
Issue: Overly permissive IAM roles assigned to Lambda functions can be exploited to escalate privileges.

Solution: Follow the principle of least privilege when assigning IAM roles to Lambda functions. Regularly review and minimize granted permissions.

9. Unpatched EC2 Instances & Outdated Software
Issue: Running outdated operating systems and software on EC2 instances increases the risk of vulnerabilities.

Solution: Implement AWS Systems Manager Patch Manager for automated updates. Regularly review EC2 security configurations and enforce patching policies.

10. No AWS Backup & Disaster Recovery Strategy
Issue: Without a proper backup and disaster recovery plan, data loss can be catastrophic.

Solution: Use AWS Backup for automated backups, enable S3 versioning, and configure cross-region replication to enhance data resilience.

[Bright @Briytlyfe]

New to cybersecurity, a new joyful ride I hope, please welcome me.
#Cybersecurity
#STUDYTECH💻⌨️👾
#NeedAllTheHelpICanGet

[Bright @Briytlyfe]

New to cybersecurity, a new joyful ride I hope, please welcome me.
#Cybersecurity
#NeedAllTheHelpICanGet

[AlexFx @itzalexfx]

Cybersecurity roles and their certifications.

[Bright @Briytlyfe]

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