Implement the necessary steps to comply with the rule for enabling AWS Security Hub.
Rule | AWS Security Hub should be enabled for an AWS Account |
Framework | NIST 800-53 Revision 4 |
Severity | ✔ High |
Rule Description:
Enabling AWS Security Hub for your AWS account is essential to meet the security requirements set by NIST 800-53 Revision 4. Security Hub provides a comprehensive view of your security posture and helps you identify and prioritize security issues in your AWS environment. By enabling Security Hub, you gain access to a wealth of security insights, findings, and recommendations to enhance your overall security posture.
Remediation Steps:
To enable AWS Security Hub for your AWS account and comply with NIST 800-53 Revision 4, follow the steps outlined below:
Step 1: Log in to the AWS Management Console
Access the AWS Management Console using your account credentials.
Step 2: Navigate to AWS Security Hub
Step 3: Enable Security Hub
Step 4: Configure Security Standards
Step 5: Review Security Findings and Recommendations
Troubleshooting:
If you encounter any issues during the enabling process or while reviewing security findings, consider the following troubleshooting steps:
Issue: Error in enabling Security Hub.
Issue: Security findings are not being generated.
Additional Information:
To learn more about AWS Security Hub and how it can help you align with NIST 800-53 Revision 4, refer to the AWS Security Hub documentation:
It's recommended to regularly monitor and address any security findings identified by Security Hub to ensure continuous compliance with NIST 800-53 Revision 4 and maintain a secure AWS environment.