Rule: EFS File Systems in Backup Plan
Ensure that EFS file systems are included in the backup plan for high severity compliance.
| Rule | EFS file systems should be in a backup plan |
| Framework | GxP EU Annex 11 |
| Severity | ✔ High |
Rule Description:
According to GxP EU Annex 11 guidelines, EFS (Elastic File System) file systems should be included in the backup plan to ensure data integrity, availability, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Troubleshooting Steps:
- 1.Verify if an EFS file system is being used within the GxP (Good Practice) environment.
- 2.Check if the backup plan includes the EFS file system.
- 3.Ensure that appropriate backup frequency and retention policies are defined for the EFS file system.
- 4.Review the backup logs and reports to ensure regular backups are being performed.
Necessary Codes:
No specific code is required for this rule as it primarily involves configuration and documentation.
Remediation Steps:
- 1.Identify the EFS file systems being used within the GxP EU Annex 11 environment.
- 2.Include the identified EFS file systems in the backup plan.
- 3.Define the backup frequency and retention policies for the EFS file systems based on the criticality of the data and regulatory requirements.
- 4.Document the backup procedures and ensure they are followed consistently.
- 5.Regularly review backup logs and reports to validate the successful completion of backups.
- 6.Test the restoration process periodically to ensure the recoverability of EFS file systems in case of data loss or system failure.
Note: The following CLI commands can be used for managing EFS file system backups:
- To create an EFS backup plan:
aws backup create-backup-plan - To associate EFS file systems with the backup plan:
aws backup put-backup-vault-access-policy - To define backup rules and frequency:
aws backup put-backup-vault-notifications - To monitor backup status and logs:
aws backup get-backup-vault-events
Please consult the official AWS documentation for further details on the usage of these commands.
By adhering to this rule, you ensure that EFS file systems within the GxP EU Annex 11 environment are included in the backup plan, helping to safeguard data integrity and compliance with regulatory guidelines.