API Gateway V2 Does Not Have Access Logging Enabled

Overview

This check verifies whether access logging is configured for stages within Amazon API Gateway V2. The control reports a failure if access log settings are not defined.

Access logs in API Gateway offer comprehensive insights into API usage, revealing the identity of users accessing your API and the methods they employ. These logs serve a vital role in applications such as security assessments, access audits, and forensic investigations. By enabling access logs, you gain the ability to analyze traffic patterns and effectively diagnose any issues that may arise.

Vendor

AWS

Cloud Service

API Gateway V2

Related Controls

APIGateway.9

Severity

3

Item Types

AWS::ApiGatewayV2::Api