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Users with AWS Access​

Overview​

The "Users with AWS Access" widget provides a focused view of users in the Okta environment who have access to AWS resources. This insight is crucial for managing and monitoring AWS-specific user permissions and ensuring proper governance of cloud resources.

Why It Matters​

For IT Engineers:​

  1. Access Visibility:
    • Ensures that only authorized users have access to AWS resources.
    • Facilitates cross-checking between Okta and AWS IAM for accurate permissions.
  2. Resource Management:
    • Helps identify over-permissioned users to prevent unnecessary consumption of AWS services.
  3. Compliance:
    • Assists in meeting cloud governance and regulatory requirements by maintaining clear visibility into AWS user access.

For Security Engineers:​

  1. Risk Reduction:
    • Identifies users with potential over-permissioning, reducing the likelihood of accidental or malicious access to critical resources.
  2. Anomaly Detection:
    • Flags unexpected AWS user additions or deletions that may indicate unauthorized changes.
  3. Policy Adherence:
    • Ensures that AWS users comply with organizational policies for secure access and role assignments.