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AdminIAMPoliciesAttachedToDynamoDBStatCard

Admin Policies Attached to DynamoDB Resources​

Overview​

The "Admin Policies Attached to DynamoDB Resources" widget displays IAM policies that provide admin-level access to DynamoDB resources. This widget helps identify users or roles that may have excessive privileges on DynamoDB, ensuring that only those with a legitimate need have full control over database resources.

Why It Matters​

For IT Engineers:​

  1. Access Control:
    • Helps ensure that only authorized users and roles have admin access to DynamoDB resources, following best practices for least privilege.
  2. Resource Security:
    • Prevents over-permissioning by identifying and addressing unnecessary admin access to DynamoDB resources.
  3. Auditing and Monitoring:
    • Aids in regular auditing of IAM policies attached to DynamoDB resources, ensuring compliance with security standards.

For Security Engineers:​

  1. Risk Mitigation:
    • Flags any over-permissioned IAM policies attached to DynamoDB resources, reducing the likelihood of data manipulation or unauthorized access.
  2. Data Protection:
    • Helps protect sensitive data stored in DynamoDB by ensuring that admin access is only granted when necessary.
  3. Compliance:
    • Supports compliance with internal and external security frameworks by ensuring proper IAM policy configuration.